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After losing her dad to a sudden and devastating heart attack, Dorothy Cutts made a decision to keep other families together for longer.

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Heart health is a cause very close to the heart of 31-year-old Buddisha Silva, so she leapt at the opportunity to volunteer at the Heart Foundation, launching a new career in New Zealand.

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As a former international triathlete Anna was used to pushing her body to its limits. So when she felt chest pain during a social Frisbee game, a heart attack was the last thing on her mind.

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This is my story… Our son was born in June 2010 - a very healthy 10.3lb! Less than 2 weeks later, in the early hours of the morning, I suffered sudden deep pain in the centre of my chest, so painful I knew something was drastically wrong.

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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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Nelson had always thought he was indestructible. But a heart attack changed all that. Here is his story in his words. Or, as he describes it, “The confessions of an obstinate old bugger.”

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Mark Taylor is blind, has lost the use of both of his legs and a portion of strength in his right arm, but despite this the Kiwi is attempting to row 100km in under just eight hours.

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Robyn woke up one morning and had no idea she was in Dunedin Hospital nor any recollection of how she got there. Here is an abridged version of her story as told to the Heart Foundation in an interview.

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Want to be healthier? For Men’s Health Month we’re sharing seven easy ways men can look after their health and wellbeing. Find out how you can start making positive changes to your lifestyle.

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This Kiwi mum remains positive despite her unpredictable heart condition, atrial fibrillation but she says some days are “just plain tough”.

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Meet a big-hearted Christchurch woman whose hard work at a sewing machine has benefited countless heart surgery patients.

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As a fit young medical professional, Kateshe Clark couldn’t believe it when she had a heart attack after a workout in November last year.

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