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Heart Week

May 3 – 9, 2021...

Heart Health Check Toolkit

Support for young adults: Online events

A series of virtual events for young adults on managing emotional wellbeing. ...

Support us and help save Australian hearts

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

Trek for Australian Hearts

Join the Heart Foundation in South Australia for the journey of a lifetime, trekking the ancient Flinders Ranges to help save Australian hearts....

Fundraise to save Australian hearts

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

Are you at risk of heart disease?

There is no single cause for any one heart condition, but there are risk factors that increase your chance of developing one. ...

Heart Foundation Recovery Support and Resources

Heart Foundation programs and resources to support your recovery....

Personal Walking Plan

Feel healthier and happier in six weeks with a free Personal Walking Plan...

Aboriginal heart health

Visit the St Vincents Hospital NSW and Heart Foundation Aboriginal heart health website for more information...

For professionals: Heart Health Checks

Heart Health Checks have been supported by Medicare since April 2019....

Q&A with Dr Lewan Parker

Identifying microvascular dysfunction as a novel mechanism of poor health in heart failure patients....

Clinical resources: Coronary heart disease and mental health

The prevalence of depression is high in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD)....

Sit less, move more

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

Supporting Young Hearts Program

Information and resources for health professionals who are treating patients between 18 - 40 years of age....

Cardiac rehabilitation resources for healthcare providers

Useful cardiac rehabilitation resources for health professionals....

Cardiomyopathy; another health curveball for Ange

A story from Ange Foster ...

How can I eat more fruit and vegetables for a healthy heart?

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....

Women's heart stories

Women's stories from around Australia...

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Training Centre

Training to support identification of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, in line with standard practice....

Chest x-ray for heart disease

This test can help your doctor determine if there is anything wrong with your heart....

How to make healthier meals at home

Cooking at home is often healthier than eating out....

NSW Cardiovascular Research Network

Encouraging cardiovascular research excellence in NSW ...

Heart Foundation Research Award Recipients

Explore our research award recipients and projects...

Heart-healthy drinks

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

Heart Foundation Walking

Learn more about Heart Foundation Walking and find your local walking group....

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. ...

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....

Get your family moving

Get your kids active and set them up for healthier habits into adulthood....