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If you have heart disease, you are more vulnerable to severe complications....

The Heart Foundation Research Program

We are Australia’s biggest non-government funder of world-class research into heart health. Learn more about our high impact research. ...

Fundraise to save Australian hearts

Join the Heart Foundation community. Together, we can make a real difference for Australian hearts. ...

My Heart, My Life - Managing your heart health

This booklet is for those diagnosed with heart disease and their support people....

Support us and help save Australian hearts

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

Cook with Heart

Join the Cook with Heart Challenge as seen on Channel 7...

Understanding your heart age

Try our Heart Age Calculator to understand what contributes to your risk of heart disease...

Clinical Guidelines

Full list of clinical guidlines and references for CVD, heart failure, ACS, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, SCAD and RHD...

Support and resources for health care professionals

Our range of clinical and patient support resources are available for you to use in your daily practice....

Sorting out your finances after a heart attack

Explore how to manage your financial concerns after a heart attack. ...

Is salt bad for your heart?

Most Australians are eating more than the recommended amounts and this can cause health problems....

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. ...

Physical activity after a heart attack

Discover what you need to know about being active after a heart attack....

Dairy and your heart health

Not all dairy products are equal. Discover different types of dairy foods and their impact on heart health....

Heart disease and pregnancy

Pregnancy is often referred to as the “ultimate stress test” for the body....

Mental health and heart disease

Having a mental health condition can have a negative impact on your heart health and increase your risk of heart disease....

What is cardiac rehab?

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

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Got a question about your heart?...

Advocating for healthy hearts throughout Australia

We're addressing the disparities in heart health so all Australians can live longer, healthier lives....

Key Statistics: Heart attack

Vegetarian recipes

Search through our vegetarian recipes...

Our Annual Reports

Discover our Annual reports from 2013 onwards. ...

Heart failure resources for patients

Educate your patients on everything they need to know about heart failure and managing their condition. ...

Heart attack recovery – quit smoking

Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease. Get the facts on quitting and how it can help you recover. ...

When The Heart Gets Heavy: Emotional Wellbeing and Heart Conditions

Emotional wellbeing is like having a garden, sometimes it grows green on its own, other times it needs watering, cutting back or fertilising....

Why are you playing this game? It’s putting your heart at risk.

The game is “hide and seek”. You play it without even realising. The shock is that when you play this game, you could be placing your heart health at risk....

Nutrition after a heart attack

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

Heart-healthy drinks

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

Heart Foundation recipes

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

What is a cardiac arrest?

With immediate help a cardiac arrest can be survived. Learn how to save a life....