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Heart failure happens when your heart can’t pump blood or relax as well as it should. The good news is that there’s a lot you can do to manage heart failure. Find out what you can do to feel better and stay out of hospital.

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There are many things someone with heart failure can do to manage their condition – and there is a lot you can do to support them. Here are some ways to provide support and places to get further help.

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Good heart failure management will reduce your symptoms and keep you out of hospital. This heart failure hub will give you all the information and resources that you need to stay well with heart failure and to support someone with heart failure.

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Heart failure happens when your heart can’t pump blood or relax as well as it should. The good news is that there’s a lot you can do to manage heart failure. Find out what you can do to feel better and stay out of hospital.

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A heart-healthy lifestyle is a great way to manage your heart failure and stay out of hospital. We look at ways to maintain your physical and emotional wellbeing when living with this long-term condition.

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ARNIs are a type of medication used to treat heart failure. Currently the only ARNI available in New Zealand is Entresto (valsartan/sacubitril). Learn how Entresto works and about its side effects.

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Heart failure can cause a range of symptoms. Checking these symptoms daily is a great way for you to manage your condition well. And it will help you know when to contact your doctor or nurse for further assistance.

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Beta blockers steady your heart rate and rhythm, lower your blood pressure and reduce the risk of you having a heart attack. Read about the types of beta blockers, how they work and their possible side effects.

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Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common heart rhythm condition that can cause stroke and heart failure. Read about AF symptoms, causes, risk factors and common triggers. You can also learn about treatment and find ways to manage your condition.

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Cardiomyopathy is a heart muscle disease that makes it difficult for the heart to pump. There are different types of cardiomyopathy and treatments are available. Learn what you can do to manage your cardiomyopathy.

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You are not alone. There are more than 170,000 people living with some form of heart disease in New Zealand. Find personal stories shared by Kiwis, learn from others’ life experiences, and find tips to help you and your family/whānau on your journey.

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Coronary artery disease, also called ischaemic heart disease, happens when the major blood vessels in the heart get narrow and stiff. It can cause heart attacks and angina. Read about its symptoms, causes and its treatment.

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