Heart Foundation

Cardiovascular disease kills one person every 12 minutes. This needs to change. 💔 By pushing boundaries. By exploring new treatments. By continuing to inform. We can help save lives and improve lives. 💓 https://lnkd.in/d2murki

A big GOODLUCK to all the legends hiking for healthy hearts at Coastrek Sunshine Coast today 👏🌅 These trekkers will be taking on 50km, 30km or 20km from Mooloolaba to Noosa in support of their own hearts, the hearts of those they love and the hearts of all Australians. So far they've fundraised $564,658 to help fund life-saving heart research and vital heart health programs... How incredible! We're so grateful for every single dollar that has been fundraised - THANK YOU ❤️ Don't forget, it's not too late to get those final donations in! See you at the finish line champions 🥾 Wild Women On Top

The Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum invites scientific researchers to compete in a new data challenge to better accelerate science through funding. Win up to $20K USD using the American Heart Association Precision Medicine Platform to answer the question: How can the organisations that fund cardiovascular and stroke science most effectively fund research to drive discoveries and improve lives? As a member of GCRFF, National Heart Foundation of Australia encourages interested researchers to submit a proposal: https://lnkd.in/eYxZvmNJ Want to learn more? Attend an upcoming information session. 23 July @ 1AM AEST https://lnkd.in/eeJBkmxs 5 September @ 1AM AEST  https://lnkd.in/emW-sZ2m

If you're attending CSANZ 2024 conference in Perth, WA from 1 - 4 August, the Heart Foundation invites you to join us for a key session on the latest updates in Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) guidelines, with discussion led by Professor David Brieger and Professor Tom Briffa. These updates have been developed in collaboration with experts and consumer representatives from diverse backgrounds and geographic regions. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the newest advancements in diagnosing and managing ACS from top professionals in the field. 👇 📅 Date: Friday, 2nd August 🕥 Time: 10:45 – 11:15 AM 📍 Session: Clinical / Surgical: Paradigm changing data and new guidelines For more information and to view the full program, visit https://lnkd.in/ezatrdnu #CSANZ Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand

Today, our Australian Cardiovascular Disease Risk Calculator was recognised as a WINNER in the not-for-profit category of the iAwards, Australia's longest running innovation recognition program. We worked alongside our Australian Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance (ACDPA) members to develop a risk prediction calculator that helps doctors better estimate your chances of having a heart attack or stroke in the next 5 years. The tool was specifically recalibrated and modified for the Australian population in a first in a decade update to guidelines. We are actively working with the Federal Government, CSIRO and Australian Digital Health Agency to embed this calculator into clinical systems so that it is readily available to all doctors and patients in Australia. We are so proud to receive this recognition and will continue to find innovative ways to tackle Australia's single biggest killer! Garry Jennings Natalie Raffoul

Join us TOMORROW for our latest clinical webinar “Weighing in: Unpacking new evidence in managing obesity and CVD”. Date: Tomorrow Time: 7pm – 8:30pm (AEST) Heart Foundation Chief Medical Advisor Prof. Garry Jennings, along with international and Australian experts, ‘weigh in’ on the profound relationship between obesity and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Our experts will offer, practical insights and exploring innovative treatment modalities to optimise obesity and cardiovascular disease outcomes in primary healthcare settings. Reserve your spot now - https://lnkd.in/e57V2peN This webinar is accredited by the RACGP for 1.5 Educational Activity CPD hours (activity no. 893903). Education provider: Scius Healthcare Solutions.

As you age, knowing your cholesterol levels becomes more and more important 👀 Why? Here's why... If you're over the age of 45, start by seeing your GP for a Heart Health Check ✔️ https://lnkd.in/eVQkEtNA

Historically, women and individuals of non-European ancestry have been underrepresented in cardiovascular research, leading to health inequities. Dr Sonia Shah is changing that. ✨ Her current research is focused on understanding risk factor differences in men and women, with the goal of improving disease prevention in women. As the lead investigator for the South Asian Genes and Health Study, she’s also working to ensure South Asians are well-represented in this vital research. 🎥 Watch the video to learn more about Dr Shah's groundbreaking research! 👇 https://lnkd.in/ec5DCk3N

What do you do if you've inherited a rare heart condition that may be complex, life-changing or suddenly fatal? What if it could impact your own kids one day? 💔 In Episode 6 of our Stories from the Heart podcast we talk to A/Prof Jodie Ingles about genetic counselling for heart disease 🧬 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧

Did you know coffee can be included in a heart healthy eating pattern? Try to limit your total caffeine intake to no more than 400mg per day... that's up to four espresso shots (or four coffee pods) ✅ Pregnant or breastfeeding women should limit intakes to no more than half (ie 200mg) of the recommendations for healthy adults.