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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · 2d

In the latest blog, we outline 7 evidence-based steps patients w/ heart disease can take to start living well with heart disease - plus info on our free MyHeart MyLife support program. Share with your patients to support their recovery and self-management www.heartfoundation.org.au/blog/your-gu...

Your guide to living well with heart disease | Heart Foundation

Feeling overwhelmed after a heart disease diagnosis is completely normal. If this sounds like you, this guide offers seven steps you can take to look after your heart and live well with heart disease.

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · 11d

Proud to partner with Globla Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum. 🤝 Explore their new site to find out how this international alliance of 12 major funders is accelerating global progress in heart, stroke & circulatory disease research. gcrff.org

Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum

The Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum (GCRFF) is a global partnership of major funders accelerating international research in heart, stroke, and circulatory diseases. Founded in 2018, GCRFF...

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · 23d

Protect your heart, protect your brain.🤝

When your heart or blood vessels are damaged, your risk of dementia also rises. That’s because healthy blood flow fuels both your heart and your brain.

This Dementia Action Week, take action. Book a Heart Health Check. ❤️

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Sep 4

Cutting-edge science in action ➡️our QLD team toured Dr Simon Foster's lab at @qimrb.bsky.social, where research is uncovering new therapeutic targets for heart failure & cardiac fibrosis. Huge thanks to the team for sharing their work!

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Sep 1

Heart disease doesn’t always look the same in women.
This #WomensHealthWeek, know the right questions to ask and take charge of your heart health 💪❤️

Book a Heart Health Check with your GP today.
👉https://pulse.ly/foqkkjzq0t

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Aug 29

Excess sodium intake from salt is one of the most significant contributors to hypertension - Australia's leading cause of death & disability. Catalyst Partner Dr Kathy Trieu & the team behind "Switch the salt" have BIG ideas on how to change that with a simple switch. ⤵️

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Aug 26

Birthday? Thank you? Just ‘cause? 🎉 https://pulse.ly/kdlzmgvi4j

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Aug 18

High amounts of sodium, low fiber/protein & essential nutrients + frequent consumption links to metabolic syndrome. It's no surprise that eating instant noodles daily may raise heart-risk factors.

Great read w/ contributions from HF Catalyst Partner @proflaurenball.bsky.social @theconversation.com

Can I eat instant noodles every day? What does it do to my health?

While instant noodles offer comfort and familiarity, their nutritional profile has room for improvement. You can upgrade your bowl with a few easy additions.

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Aug 11

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Aug 11

Heading to #CSANZ2025? Visit our booth for an informal “Meet the ACS Guideline Experts” session.

✏️ Ask questions & clarify details about the guideline
🩺 Gain practical advice on applying the guideline in your practice
💭 Share your feedback directly with the chairs
🤝 Connect with peers & colleagues

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Aug 8

We're nearly at 1 MILLION HEART HEALTH CHECKS! 👏👏👏👏

Is it time you booked a Heart Health Check with your GP? 👩‍⚕️ Learn more: https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/your-heart/heart-health-checks

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 31

This week we put heart health on the national agenda. 👊 At Parliament House we launched 'Health for Every Heart: A generational vision for heart health in Australia 2025–2050' to MPs and Senators. 🚀 Want to learn more about our bold targets and goals?🔗 www.heartfoundation.org.au/health-for-e...

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 29

Fantastic to have you with us @sophiescott2.bsky.social 👏

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 29

The Heart Foundation proudly supports @menziesresearch.bsky.social updated guideline for preventing, diagnosing and managing ARF and RHD; bringing Australia in line with international best practice.

Find key updates on echo screening, primary and secondary prophylaxis, new tech and more.

ARF and RHD Guideline - RHD Menzies

(Available online only) Aunty Vicki Wade and Dr James Marangou talk about the 2025 Guideline. HERE (6:07mins) The Australian guideline for prevention, diagnosis and management of acute rheumatic fever...

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 28

Last Thursday we brought together experts to tackle the growing burden of obesity and CVD 📈 The feedback gathered will play a pivotal role in informing our upcoming Clinical Consensus Statement on Obesity and CVD! Thank you to everyone who joined us and shared their expertise 👏

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 17

We're thrilled to welcome Associate Professor Mohamed (Mo) Dirani to the team in the position of Entrepreneur-in-Residence – a first for the Heart Foundation. Read more on the appointment below. 🔗👇

Heart Foundation appoints A/Prof Mo Dirani as first-ever Entrepreneur-in-Residence | Heart Foundation

David Lloyd, Heart Foundation CEO, shares the news that renowned inventor and medical entrepreneur, Associate Professor Mohamed (Mo) Dirani, has been appointed to the position of Entrepreneur-in-Resid...

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 16

Incredible work!

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 15

Growing heart tissue from stem cells to fight a disease most people have never heard of.

Discover how Dr Jarmon Lees is using science to bring hope to families affected by Friedreich ataxia.

Learn more here 🔗 www.heartfoundation.org.au/research/q-a...

Research Q&A with Dr Jarmon Lees | Heart Foundation

Translating new therapies for Friedreich ataxia heart disease

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 8

Let’s walk alongside community leaders, health workers and families to keep young hearts strong - for generations to come. #NAIDOC2025📘 Explore and share these community-friendly ARF and RHD resources today. (3/3)

www.heartfoundation.org.au/first-nation...

www.heartkids.org.au/factsheets/d...

Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD) | Heart Foundation

Rheumatic heart disease is a serious disease that causes damage to your heart valves.

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 8

These conditions that continue to disproportionately affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, with First Nations children aged 5–14 are most at risk. 💔
Early prevention, community education and culturally appropriate care are vital steps forward. (2/3)

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 8

Yesterday marked the beginning of #naidoc2025, with the theme "The next generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy" offering a powerful opportunity to highlight the urgent need for prevention & resources to tackle acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD). (1/3)

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Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 7

Last week, NSW Police made the life-threatening decision to end a trial of AEDs in police patrol cars, and remove the units entirely. The reasons given are grossly incorrect.

AEDs are easy/safe for anyone to use, and are essential to saving a person in cardiac arrest. @chrisminnsmp.bsky.social

Removal of defibrillators by NSW police puts lives at risk | Heart Foundation

Why removing defibrillators from police cars is a dangerous mistake. By David Lloyd, Heart Foundation CEO

www.heartfoundation.org.au

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 1

Yesterday was a BIG day for heart health in Australia, as new tobacco laws came into full effect, changing the way tobacco products are sold, and what they look and feel like for people who smoke. 🚭 View the changes 👉 www.health.gov.au/tobacco-chan...

Heart Foundation AU @heartfoundationau.bsky.social · Jul 1

Each year, the creativity and passion of local groups and organisations shines through in the Active Australia Innovation Challenge – finding new ways to keep people active. Two recent grant recipients show just how powerful community-led action can be 👉 ruralhealth.org.au/partyline/sm...

Small grants, big impact: supporting regional communities to get active – Partyline

In communities across Australia, small ideas are sparking big change. With a focus on priority groups, including those living in rural and remote areas, the Hea

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