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Christmas Appeal

Make a donation to our Christmas Appeal on behalf of a family member or a loved one and receive a personalised eCard to let them know....

Looking for that perfect gift?

Make a donation to our Christmas Appeal on behalf of a family member or a loved one and receive a personalised eCard to let them know....

Snack recipes

Search for healthy snack ideas...

Heart-healthy drinks

While water is clearly the most heart-healthy drink, there are other drinks that can be enjoyed in moderation. ...

Automated Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD or AICD)

This is a device inserted into your chest to return abnormal heart rhythms to normal using electrical impulses. ...

Fundraise to save Australian hearts

Join our community of fundraisers who are committed to taking action to fight heart disease....

Heart Foundation recipes

Check out our recipe categories to find your next heart healthy meal....

WEBINAR | CVD & COVID-19

Ask the experts: caring for people with CVD during COVID-19...

Support us and help save Australian hearts

Join the fight against Australia’s biggest killer by supporting the Heart Foundation. ...

What is coronary heart disease?

Coronary heart disease (CHD) or coronary artery disease occurs when a coronary artery clogs and narrows because of a buildup of plaque....

Thai chicken lettuce cups

10 minutes

Serves 2

Q&A with Dr Louise Segan

Optimal treatment of atrial fibrillation in people with cardiac dysfunction and scarring of the heart ...

Women's heart stories

Women's stories from around Australia...

Support for young adults: Online events

Check back in for the latest updates on Supporting Young Heart events...

Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) clinical resources

Resources and clinical information for health professionals...

Italian recipes

Find heart healthy Italian recipes....

Support after a heart attack

Many different thoughts may go through your head after a heart attack and you may be presented with complicated medical info. Know where to get support. ...

Heart attack recovery – your first month

Explore the Heart Foundation’s guide on what to expect in the first month after your heart attack. ...

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Got a question about your heart?...

Breakfast tacos

5 minutes

Serves 1

Keeping your heart healthy

Keeping your heart healthy is something you can work on every day. ...

Lipid management clinical information and resources

Lipid management resources for health professionals...

Diabetes and heart disease

Diabetes is an ongoing health condition where your body’s usual ways of controlling your blood sugar, or blood glucose levels, don’t work properly. ...

For professionals: Heart failure tools and resources

Resources for healthcare professionals on the management of patients with heart failure ...

Breakfast recipes

Heart healthy breakfasts to start your day right...

Your heart medicines

Information about commonly prescribed heart medicines. ...

Heart Bypass Surgery

Coronary bypass surgery is a common procedure that can dramatically improve the health of your heart. ...

What is cardiac rehab?

Cardiac rehab is proven to keep you out of hospital and reduce your risk of death from heart conditions....

You’re probably not eating enough fish – here’s what you should do.

Fish and seafood is one of the most beneficial sources of omega 3. Incorporating more of it into your eating pattern can significantly lower your chances of heart disease and stroke. ...