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MyMarathon

The fundraising race where you set the pace. Run, jog or walk MyMarathon at your own pace during October....

Sit less, move more

You may be surprised to know that on average, adults sit for nine hours a day....

Cardiac arrests in young people — what causes them, can they be prevented or treated?

Remember a loved one with a tribute

Honour the life of a loved one with a donation to the Heart Foundation. Your donation offers hope for Australian hearts....

Benefits of physical activity for your heart

Physical activity and exercise can do wonders for your physical and mental health....

For Professionals: Coronary artery calcium scoring

The National Heart Foundation of Australia Position Statement: Coronary artery calcium scoring for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in Australia.¹...

What is heart valve disease?

Heart valve disease means that your heart valve or valves don't open or close properly....

Nutrition after a heart attack

Discover key information on heart-healthy eating and drinking....

How to volunteer with us

Join our volunteers and make a difference to the heart health of Australians....

Matilda signs up for Jump Rope just one month after open-heart surgery

Media Release - 26 June 2020...

What is an arrhythmia?

Arrhythmia is a fault in the heart’s electrical system, which affects your heart’s pumping rhythm....

Women and heart disease

Information on women and heart disease for consumers....

Cheesy Mexican vegetable pie

1 hour

Serves 4

Lunch recipes

Search our lunch recipe ideas...

Dinner recipes

Search our heart healthy dinner recipes for tonights main meal...

Endorsement of externally developed clinical resources

Women's heart stories

Women's stories from around Australia...

Clinical guidelines and position statements

We have developed a range of resources for you to use as part of routine care. ...

Find a cardiac rehabilitation service near you

This cardiac services directory presents information on cardiac rehab programs offered across Australia....

Health Professional Ambassador Program

Would you like to improve the cardiovascular health of your patients?...

What's your BMI?

Are you within a healthy weight range for your height?...

Sweet potato breakfast hash

15 minutes

Serves 2

Meatloaf

40-50 minutes

Serves 6

Blood pressure and your heart

Understand blood pressure and how it can impact your heart health....

Returning to work after a heart attack

Discover how to plan for your return to work....

Keeping a close watch on brain and kidney health during heart surgery.

Supporting local Councils in South Australia

Resources to help support your council region to be healthy, connected and safe....

Women and heart disease

Information and resources for healthcare professionals....