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Jim thought heart attacks always came with the kind of crushing pain seen on TV. So he was surprised to discover he’d had a heart attack without knowing it. In 2004 he wrote this story about his experience of heart disease.

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It’s been a decade since Vivienne experienced her first atrial fibrillation symptoms. She says a positive mental attitude has ensured her condition hasn’t negatively impacted on her life.

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As a result of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and rheumatic fever, Connie has heart failure and valve problems, but she’s determined her heart conditions won’t stop her doing the things she loves.

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Life-long athlete Michael has completed Coast-to-Coasts and marathons and always placed a high priority on good nutrition. So, when he experienced jaw pain and chest discomfort, he never imagined a heart attack could be the cause.

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Jason was shocked to learn his symptoms of breathlessness and exhaustion were caused by heart failure. A life-changing stay in hospital has seen him embark on a successful weight loss journey and efforts to get his blood pressure under control.

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Nutrition is like fashion – trends fade into the background, only to regain popularity a few years down the track. Right now, the hot topic is whether we should be using butter or margarine. It’s an old debate that’s once again ‘rearing its head’.

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Don’t be afraid to challenge yourself - it’s the only way to know you will be okay, says Alec, a heart attack survivor who’s learned to face his fears.

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“Heart trouble? That would be ridiculous! I have been fit all my life, my heart must be as tough and good as when I was 20!” Here, Bob shares his experience of heart disease, and the symptoms that went undiagnosed.

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Janet never even suspected there was something wrong with her heart. And now, she still ponders if all the treatment was worth it. This is her account of what came to be.

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A series of frightening symptoms led Jack into a maze as he tried to locate the cause and solution to his pain. This is his story in his own words.

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As a former coronary care nurse, Annie had taught people in cardiac rehabilitation how to recognise symptoms of angina. Ten years ago, she had the chance to apply her knowledge personally.

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Phil was a little embarrassed when ambulance staff wheeled him in to hospital after he started feeling rough with what he thought was just bad heartburn. But he had actually had a heart attack. Now his motto is: ‘If in doubt, check it out.’

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