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Faye, a 48-year-old schoolteacher at a primary school in Whanganui, epitomises the term ‘busy mum’ juggling a job, husband Ivan, and three children. A cardiac arrest at a sports event brought her life to a screeching halt forcing her to reassess things.

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The Heart Foundation’s Food Reformulation programme has had a significant impact on supporting lower sugar levels in a number of everyday, low-cost food items on supermarket shelves. It is estimated that 760 tonnes of sugar per annum have been removed from targeted food categories.

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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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Callum doesn’t fit the stereotype of someone at risk of heart disease. But weeks after finishing an endurance race, he faced an urgent heart procedure.

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The Heart Foundation is celebrating $100 million invested in research projects and overseas training fellowships, since it began almost six decades ago.

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