Search Results

Heart research is entering a thrilling new era. Advanced technology can pinpoint problems faster, cutting-edge techniques can repair hearts more precisely, and sophisticated diagnostic tools are reshaping how we identify, treat and even prevent heart disease.

Found in Articles

According to the Heart Foundation, a simple check of your heart strength can save your life as it launches its Stand Strong campaign.

Found in Articles

John Allan has sifted through tens of thousands of books in his time, but the one that caught his eye in April was a rare beauty.

Found in Articles

Inspiring stories, generous hearts, and a life-saving impact on the heart health of New Zealanders. This month, the Heart Foundation’s biggest annual fundraising campaign, the Big Heart Appeal, returns with New Zealanders sharing their stories to highlight the urgent need to raise funds for heart research.

Found in Articles

Rachel Turner says one of the hardest things about having a heart attack so young is that most people don’t believe she had one.

Found in Articles

Choosing heart-healthy protein foods can help to minimise your risk of heart disease. What foods are the best sources of protein and other nutrients?

Found in Articles

Christine, a North Canterbury resident and mother of Sarah, a “heart child” born with complex congenital heart conditions, has spent her life supporting heart health initiatives.

Found in Articles

Whether you live alone, flat with friends or you’re flying solo for the week, cooking a meal for one shouldn’t feel like a big task. We’ve got plenty of shortcuts to help you make quick, cheap and delicious meals that are packed full of nutrition.

Found in Articles

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.

Found in Articles

Having lost both her father and elder sister to heart disease, Susan was first in denial about her symptoms. Then she was afraid she wouldn’t make it.

Found in Journeys

When Simon Goss was growing up on his family’s farm in Mangamahu, he had an amazing team to help him learn how to shear. Now he’s set a new world record for a two-stand eight-hour lamb shear.

Found in Articles

“Our mental health is as important as our physical health.” Following her experiences with heart disease, Tara thinks it’s important to talk to friends, family, or health professionals about how you’re feeling through your journey.

Found in Articles