Chloe Steele, our heart health nutritionist. Heart disease and disorders of the brain are among the leading causes of death in Australia, and recent research has started to find some intriguing links between the two. It has been observed that people suffering from anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, and major depressive disorder have an increased
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Are you at risk of heart disease? Book a heart health check with your GP
Heart health is something all men AND women need to be aware of. With heart disease being Australia’s single leading cause of death*, it is important for ALL Australian’s to be aware of their risk factors and share their family history with their GP. 1.4 million Australians have a high chance of having a heart
Embrace the chill! Our tips to keep you moving this winter
As the temperature drops it’s tempting to cosy up indoors and hibernate until spring arrives. However, maintaining a regular exercise routine during the colder months is still important in promoting heart health and overall well-being. While you might need a little extra motivation, physical activity in winter comes with numerous benefits that can significantly improve
Could you be at risk of a heart attack or stroke in the next 5 years and have no idea?
When did you last get your car serviced? Is it something you do every year without fail? “why is it we religiously get our cars serviced yet don’t take the time to get ourselves checked up?” These are the wise words of a Heart Research Australia ambassador who lost her husband to heart disease whilst
Stress & Heart Health
Among other things, stress and anxiety can have a negative impact on our heart health. According to Dr Miranda Say, Clinical Neuropsychologist, many people are experiencing more stress and anxiety than usual in this current Covid-19 environment. With so many uncertainties and fears for the present and the future this isn’t surprising. Many people experienced anxiety
Mindfulness
Research has shown that mindfulness may have the potential to improve both blood pressure and heart health in many people (1, 2). What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a centuries-old practice, grounded in Buddhist traditions and Tibetan meditation techniques. In recent years, psychologists and doctors have increasingly recognised the positive impact mindfulness can have on the
7 Tips For Maintaining A Healthy Immune System
Associate Professor Tom Buckley RN, PhD, has provided some tips on how to maintain a healthy immune system during this continuing COVID-19 crisis. Associate Professor Tom Buckley RN, PhD – Sydney Nursing School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney and Department of Cardiology, Royal North Shore Hospital. 7 tips for maintaining a healthy
Sun Run 2020
We did it!! The Heart Research Australia Crew turned up on a 30* day to run, walk, or a bit of both, 7km (some super keen ones doing 10km…..) from Dee Why to Manly, to raise awareness and funds for research into heart disease. A super early start but it was buzzing and we were
What is a Heart Attack?
Each year, around 54,000 Australians suffer a heart attack. This equates to one heart attack every 9 minutes. Heart Research Australia has produced this episode to help people understand what a heart attack is, learn about the warning signs, and how a heart attack is treated. Heart Research Australia, in association with Royal North Shore Hospital and
Matters of the Heart video series
This video series offers valuable information about the different heart procedures and also give a personal insight into life after a heart event.