Among other things, stress and anxiety can have a negative impact on our heart health. Stress is a state of mental or emotional strain resulting from a negative situation or demanding circumstances. It can have a major influence upon mood, our sense of well-being, behaviour, and health. Dr Miranda Say, clinical neuropsychologist, states that heightened
Lead Researchers: Prof Geoff Tofler, A/Prof Tom Buckley Increasing evidence shows that heart attacks in some instances can be triggered by external factors such as heavy physical exertion, acute emotional stress, heavy meals, and respiratory infection. For instance, Professor Tofler’s group published their findings that respiratory infection acutely increases the relative risk of heart attack
World-first research led by Heart Research Australia Chair Professor Geoffrey Tofler suggests the risk of a heart attack in early bereavement may be reduced by using commonly used preventative medications in a novel and innovative way.