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Never miss a BEAT, Heart Week

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Never miss a BEAT - Heart Week 4-10th May 2026

It’s Heart Week!

Now is the perfect time to understand your risk of heart disease. Visit the Heart Week webpage for free tools and resources to improve your heart health.

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2026 research funding open

Discover our diverse range of funding opportunities to support research advancements in cardiovascular health for people living in Australia.

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Living with heart disease?

No matter where you are on your heart health journey, our free MyHeart MyLife support program is with you every step of the way to help you live well with heart disease.

Improve your heart health

With one person in Australia having a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes, understanding your risk has never been more important. Take the first step and see your GP for a Heart Health Check this Heart Week.

Kylie’s heart story

After surviving a heart attack at just 48 years old, Kylie is sharing her story to remind others that protecting your heart starts with booking a Heart Health Check.

Kylie is sharing her story of surviving a heart attack

Tools and resources to keep your heart healthy

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Heart Age Calculator

Take the heart age test to check your heart health. Use our heart health check calculator to understand your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.

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Time to book a Heart Health Check?

A Heart Health Check with your GP will help you understand your risk of having a heart attack or stroke in the next 5 years and what you can do to prevent it.

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Blood pressure and your heart

Learn how blood pressure affects your heart health. Find out what high blood pressure means, how to measure it, and ways to keep it under control.

Ways to get involved

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Promote Heart Week

Get your hands on social media posts and newsletter content to help you start a conversation about heart health this Heart Week.

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Personal Walking Plans

Get more active with a free six‑week walking plan

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Visit the Heartshop

Every purchase helps fund lifesaving heart research.

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Derek Chew appointed to lead Heart Foundation’s next chapter

Professor Derek Chew appointed Chief Scientific and Medical Officer, strengthening leadership in cardiovascular research and care.

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Higher heart age prevalence

Heart Foundation data shows that 3 in every 4 people have a Heart Age higher than their actual age

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One healthy heart, three powerful benefits

Learn how supporting your heart can also protect your kidneys and reduce diabetes risk. Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference.