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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) occurs when blood flow in the heart slows or stops because of a tear in the wall of an artery. Read about SCAD symptoms, causes and treatment, and hear from people who have experienced it.

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Atrial fibrillation is a life-long condition that changes over time. In this article you will find tips and ideas to help you manage your AF, overcome challenges you might face with the condition and helpful hints to make your life easier.

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There’s good evidence that following a heart-healthy diet can improve your blood cholesterol and heart health. Find out which foods are best at helping to lower your cholesterol.

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A global trial, led in part by New Zealand researchers, will test safer treatments for SCAD – a rare heart condition affecting women – offering hope for clearer guidelines and better outcomes worldwide.

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Heart troubles were the last thing young and healthy Kerrie expected, but at 12 weeks pregnant with her second child, she experienced a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD).

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Trudy was doing chores at home when she felt weird sensations in her arms and pain in her chest. As she arrived at hospital Trudy went into cardiac arrest and was later diagnosed with spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD).

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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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Join as a Heart Saver to help fund vital heart research and specialist training through regular, automatic, ongoing donations.

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A heart attack (myocardial infarction) happens when blood stops flowing to part of your heart. Find out about heart attack causes, what you can do to recognise a heart attack and speed your recovery.

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Feeling stressed for short periods of time isn’t likely to harm your heart health. However long-term stress can raise your risk of heart disease. Find out about the impact of stress on heart health and how you can manage it.

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Cardiac rehab helps with your recovery and wellbeing after a heart attack or heart condition diagnosis. It reduces your risk of future heart events and improves your quality of life.

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To look at me – a fit and healthy 42-year-old woman – you’d never guess that I’d had a heart attack. But that’s exactly what happened to me on 12th September 2013

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