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What does a heart attack feel like: symptoms and warning signs
A heart attack occurs when the heart is deprived of oxygen due to a blockage in one of the coronary arteries that supplies blood to the heart.
Irregular heartbeat: symptoms and causes
An irregular or abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia) is when the heart rhythm is not steady.
10 tips for feeling great and living longer
Here are our top 10 tips to help you stick to New Year's resolutions for the long term.
Managing sleep problems
Getting enough sleep is important for your health. If you suffer from sleep problems, here’s how to get a good night’s sleep.
Atrial fibrillation: irregular heartbeat
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a type of abnormal heart rhythm where the heart beats irregularly – it may be rapid or slow.
15 of the best free walking apps
Make the most of your walks, no matter what your fitness level.
7 heart mistakes among women and how you avoid them
To help you stay ahead of heart health problems, here are some heart health mistakes you should keep in mind with solutions to help avoid them.
Stress and insomnia linked to irregular heartbeat after menopause
About one in four women may develop atrial fibrillation after menopause, with stress and insomnia being leading factors, according to a new study.
Keeping fit: how to do the right exercise for your age
The type and amount of exercise you should do changes as you age, so follow this simple guide for tips on the right type of exercise for your stage of life.
Obstructive sleep apnoea: causes and symptoms
Obstructive sleep apnoea (apnea) is a sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
Sleep apnoea, high blood pressure and cardiovascular health: joining the dots
Dr Melissa Farnham answers some common questions about sleep apnoea, its symptoms, differences between men and women, and what we can all do about it.
Women and heart disease
Heart disease and heart attacks are often associated with older men, but women are just as affected. It is important to be aware of the unique warning signs and risks that women experience.
How to help your body recover from exercise
Exercising is only the first part in improving our heart health and overall wellbeing. The benefits are determined by our post-exercise recovery.
Silent sleep danger for smokers uncovered in world-first study
HRI scientists have discovered people who smoke and also have sleep apnoea - known as the silent killer - are putting themselves in even greater danger of future health complications.
7 ways to avoid injuries when starting to exercise
If you’re looking to take charge of your heart health and overall wellbeing, exercise is one of the best ways. It can take a lot of willpower and motivation to get into an exercise program, and the last thing you want is for a simple and avoidable injury to derail you. Whether you’re returning to exercise after an absence, or starting from scratch, here are some ideas to help you get into it safely.
The 12 most common heart and cardiovascular conditions and what you can do about them
Heart and cardiovascular conditions can be life-changing. Understand the impact of these common conditions, and find out what you can do about them.
Link between dementia and atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat)
A major new report, led by HRI's Prof Ben Freedman, has confirmed a strong link between atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) and dementia.
What do lipids tell us in a blood test?
Get the facts on cholesterol and lipid profile blood tests. Discover what your results mean and how they affect your health.
Brain functions and how the brain works
The brain is an essential, complex organ. It controls the functions and processes that regulate the body.
The effects of long COVID on the heart
The impact of COVID long term is yet to be seen, and more data about “long COVID” needs to be gathered, but here’s what we know so far.
Setting up healthy habits for success
Taking care of your heart health and overall wellbeing is one of the best things you can do for yourself, but it can be difficult to build healthy habits. Here are some ways you can set yourself up for success by choosing healthy foods.
What is normal blood pressure by age?
Discover how your age affects your blood pressure. Find out the normal range of blood pressure by age to maintain good health and prevent disease.
High blood pressure: definition, causes and symptoms
High blood pressure (hypertension) is cause for concern as it can damage the arteries over the long term and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Obesity and overweight
Obesity and being overweight is a condition where a person carries excessive body fat that presents a risk to health.
Stress and the heart
Stress can affect the heart and your overall wellbeing. Here are some tips to better manage it.
Kelvin's story
Born with a hole in his heart, Kelvin nearly didn’t survive open heart surgery at just seven years old.
Elle’s Story
When Elle Pendrick was told she needed her fifth open heart surgery at age 33, she was completely numb and shell-shocked.
Cara's story
Congenital heart disease affects up to one in every 100 babies. I was that one baby. My name is Cara. I’m 35, and I’ve had five open heart surgeries.
Phil's story
Aged just 38, Phil had no reason to think the aches and pains he had been suffering were anything sinister. Here is his story in his own words.
Atherosclerosis: causes and risk factors
Atherosclerosis is the main underlying cause of cardiovascular disease.
Inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle
Lifestyles have become more sedentary, and this inactivity can negatively impact health.
Atherosclerotic plaque
Atherosclerotic plaque is composed of fat, cholesterol, calcium and inflammatory cells that build up on the inside of the body’s arteries.
Peripheral artery disease
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a type of cardiovascular disease in which the narrowing of arteries results in reduced blood flow to a body part outside of the heart or brain.
Kerri's story
Kerri always suspected there was a link between experiencing preeclampsia with her first child and developing hypertension later in life. She speaks from the heart to share her story.
World-first exercise study shows benefits for patients with congenital heart disease
The Heart Research Institute’s (HRI’s) world-first exercise trial for patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) is already seeing positive results, with participants reporting increased energy and reduced anxiety while being active.
Carly's story
Carly was 40 with a new baby at home, when she started feeling dizzy, nauseous and having vision problems. She put it down to lack of sleep, but it turned out to be something much worse.
Heart rhythm helping to take pulse on Aboriginal health
Aboriginal health experts at the Heart Research Institute (HRI) are sounding the alarm on atrial fibrillation (AF), a leading cause of stroke, as a pilot study aims to help prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) in this at-risk population by encouraging people to take a greater role in their own healthcare.
Life after a stroke
Discover what to expect and how to navigate life after a stroke. From physical rehabilitation to emotional challenges, explore insights on the journey to recovery.
Maryanne's story
Maryanne had been feeling run down, but she put it down to working long hours, driving long distances and being sick with a bad cough along with the flu.
How to work out without leaving the house
Exercise has well-documented benefits for decreasing the risk of conditions such as cardiovascular disease, but more than half of Australians are not getting enough physical activity. For many people, the hardest part of exercising is building the motivation to actually start doing it. For others, the expense of a gym or buying special equipment or activewear just isn’t in the budget.