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Our purpose: to stop all people in New Zealand dying prematurely from heart disease and enable people with heart disease to live full lives

195,000
people in New Zealand are currently living with heart disease

That's more than one in 23 adults [1]

30%
Almost 30% of deaths in NZ are caused by cardiovascular disease

It is the leading cause of death in New Zealand and includes heart, stroke and blood vessel disease [2]

90 mins
Every 90 minutes a New Zealander dies from heart disease

Many of these deaths are premature and preventable [2]

$100m
The Heart Foundation has invested into research since 1968

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News & Stories
16 October 2026 in Blogs

Can physical activity lower cholesterol?

Moving your body is an important way to reduce your risk of high cholesterol and your risk of heart disease.

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29 September 2026 in Media Releases

Heart Foundation invests in AI and smart tech to fast-track treatment for heart patients

Treatment of heart patients could be revolutionised by funding research into artificial intelligence (AI), smart technology and advanced imaging, in a bid to ease waiting lists and fast-track treatment.

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29 September 2026 in Media Releases

Sky Tower beats red for World Heart Day

Auckland’s Sky Tower will pulse red for World Heart Day, raising awareness about heart disease, the country’s biggest killer, and encouraging New Zealanders to prioritise heart health.

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