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Monique Bradley is in many ways like her father – artistic, musical and entrepreneurial – and always on the go.

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Summer in New Zealand is a time of sunshine, outdoor activities, and relaxation. It’s also a time to pay close attention to your health, especially your heart health. We’ve put together ten essential tips that will be sure to keep your heart healthy this summer.

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High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects a million New Zealanders and is the single biggest risk factor for New Zealand’s biggest killer - heart disease.

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Throughout her thirty-year career looking after others, Diane has seen the impact heart disease has on New Zealanders. Now, following her own diagnosis, she knows exactly how important it is to support life-saving heart research.

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US $10 million (NZD $17 million) funding will support trial to identify opportunities for earlier heart disease prevention for women.

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After surviving a heart attack with unexpected symptoms, Debbie has embraced lifestyle changes and actively supports the Heart Foundation, raising awareness about heart health and the importance of prevention.

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There’s something quietly powerful about coming home to a wagging tail or a purring cat after a long day. For many of us, a pet is simply whānau. But research shows that the bond we share with our animals may go beyond the warm fuzzies – it could also help…

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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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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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When Phil visited his GP after a nasty cold left him with residual chest pains, he never imagined the result would be double bypass surgery. Six months later he suffered a cardiac arrest. Luckily the actions of a quick-thinking colleague saved his life. Here is his story in his own…

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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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