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These stories and so many others that reach the North Shore Heart Research Foundation show us the human side of our work. Some of these people would not be alive today, without our fundraising efforts to support cardiac research and better treatments.

 

 

 

 

Chris

Chris

Heart attack symptoms are not always obvious – Chris tells how his life was saved by a miracle.


Garth

Garth

Younger people can have heart problems when there is a family history.


Sue

Sue

After life-saving surgery, Sue Ewart enjoys the simple things.


Angiogram and stent – a personal account

Angiogram and stent – a personal account

A patient describes this 90-minute procedure.


Claire

Claire

Women's symptoms of heart attack can be mild or non-specific.


Robert

Robert

This energetic retiree understands the value of cardiac rehab.


Neil

Neil

After a heart-stopping ambulance ride, Neil soon made a full recovery.


Michael

Michael

Experiencing 'heartburn' symptoms after a chest infection, Michael was unaware he was having a heart attack.


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