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Cran never dreamed he could be a candidate for heart disease at 47, being physically active and healthy. But little did he know his diet was playing havoc with his cholesterol levels and his self-confessed male ego was stopping him from seeking help.

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Even though David’s family has a history of heart attacks, it took him three months to visit the doctor about the pain in his sternum. Further investigation revealed two blocked arteries.

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When Shirley first noticed breathlessness walking up a hill, she assumed it was a result of her congenital birth defect. She was “flabbergasted” to learn it was a heart condition. This is her story.

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Doctors were surprised to discover Kathleen’s heart attack had triggered a second, more unusual, heart condition – takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Now she’s celebrating the fact she’s here to tell her story.

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After a heart attack and cardiac arrest, Steve knows he’s lucky to be here. Since then he’s lost 20 kgs, taken up exercise, and - armed with his heart medication - is optimistically looking forward to the future.

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Lynnette, a 53-year-old mother of two, mistook her heart attack symptoms for acid reflux until she was diagnosed and received two stents. Now focused on a healthier lifestyle, she emphasises the importance of listening to your body and getting medical advice when something feels off.

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Given the contribution of sugary drinks to total sugar intakes in New Zealand, find out our position about why we support a sugar tax.

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Professor Jim Mann, Department of Human Nutrition, University of Otago has compiled guidance on the management of dyslipidaemia in primary care as this is frequently raised in terms of the complexity involved in assessment and management of lipids.

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If you have a family history of coronary artery disease you may be at higher risk of developing heart disease yourself. Learn more about family history and the changes you can make to help lower your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.

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Judy wasn’t worried about her aortic valve replacement – it wasn’t an uncommon operation and there was every indication that recovery would be straightforward. This is her story, in her own words.

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Whether you’re on medication for high blood pressure, raised cholesterol, heart failure or other heart conditions, following the right steps can make all the difference. Here are some tips to help you stay on track and get the best results from your heart medication.

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For someone who doesn’t like to sit still, recovering from open heart surgery posed a particular challenge for Graeme: “I just wanted to be up and doing something.”

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