Welcome to the New Zealand Heart Foundation

Do you know your heart age?

My Heart Check is a free, online heart health check. It uses your personal risk factors to assess your heart age and gives you tips for reducing risk.

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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]

$99m

The Heart Foundation has invested into research since 1968

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News & Stories

10 June 2026 in Stories

Fit, active and gone at 57: the silent heart risk that claimed the life of a Kiwi dad

Grant was a fit dad who died suddenly at 57. His only symptom - high blood pressure. His daughter hopes his story will save others.

5 important numbers for heart health

Here are 5 numbers that can help you look after your heart. Understanding them helps you spot risks early and take simple steps to protect your heart and stay healthy.

Missed high blood pressure signs, one crucial check, and a life saved

When 38-year-old Stephen Clarke started suffering from frequent headaches and eye issues a decade ago, he tried everything. His GP and ophthalmologist could treat some symptoms, but they just kept coming back.

Thanks to our amazing supporters, in 2025 we were able to invest $4.9 million in vital research projects and training for cardiologists.

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