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These strength based videos aim to motivate and engage CALD women to discuss, think about, and plan beneficial physical activities in their daily lives as one way to reduce their risk of heart disease.

01 Dec 2023... This book is your guide to living with heart failure. It will help you and your family look after your heart.

01 Dec 2019... What are the warning signs of a heart attack? This fact sheet outlines the most common warning signs of a heart attack and what to do.

01 Oct 2022... Information about heart failure and physical activity.    Regular physical activity will strengthen your heart and reduce fatigue. Your healthcare team can help you develop a physical activity plan before you start regular exercise. Walking to the shops or walking the dog is a great start.

01 Oct 2022... Information about heart failure and mental health.  Mental and emotional health is just as important as heart health. Heart failure can come as a big shock and be difficult to come to terms with. Start by talking with your healthcare team about how you're feeling.

01 Dec 2020... This book is for people who have been to hospital because of a heart condition. It provides information to help you recover and keep your heart healthy. Inside, you will find questions to ask your doctor, a recovery checklist, information on cardiac rehabilitation, and practical steps for a healthy heart.

01 Mar 2023... Heart failureisa condition in which your heart isn't pumping blood to the rest of your body as well as it should. If your heart is damaged or not pumping properly, it can become enlarged, weak or stiff. If you suffer from heart failure, your muscles and organs receive less oxygen and nutrients, which can make you feel dizzy and tired. Extra fluid can build up in your body, which can make you feel short of breath and cause swelling in your legs or abdomen.

01 Mar 2022... People who experience joint pains are twice as likely to die of a heart attack or stroke in later years than people who don’t have joint pain. That’s why joint pain can be a “wake-up call” to improve both joint health and heart health. Most heart problems happen because risk factors such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure are not treated or are under-treated. Because these risk factors don’t cause any symptoms, people may not realise they have them until they have a heart attack or a stroke. So, if you have joint pain, this can be a good reminder to have a health check. Talk to your doctor about your general health and ask for any recommended tests to check your heart health.

01 Oct 2022... Information about things you can do to feel better and manage the effects of heart failure. 

01 Dec 2022... Will you recognise your heart attack? Warning Signs Action Plan with steps showing what to do if you experience heart attack symptoms.

01 Jul 2020... A guide for heart attack recovery during your hospital stay and post-discharge, featuring a structured recovery plan.

01 Dec 2016... When you smoke you are at higher risk of developing heart disease and having a heart attack.

01 Feb 2024... Heart disease isn't just a men's health problem. Despite big improvements in the last 40 years, on average, heart disease is the top killer of women (and men). The best way to reduce the risk of developing heart disease and to help prevent it from getting worse if it already exists is to improve or remove the risk factors over which you have some control. This brochure lists the main risk factors and shows the best way to reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

01 Mar 2023... Most people don't recognise they have a heart attack or know what to do. There are a number of warning signs, and they can be different for different people. Know the warning signs, and don't delay taking action. It could save your life.

01 Oct 2022... This is information about heart failure and what to do when you feel sick, and your symptoms get worse, including swollen ankles, legs, and stomach or changes in your weight within two days.   

01 Oct 2022... Information about prescribed medicine for heart failure, how to take your medicines, and how to fill your prescription will help you live longer, feel better, and stay out of hospital.

01 Aug 2023... Heart failure is a condition in which your heart isn't pumping blood to the rest of your body as well as it should. If your heart is damaged or not pumping properly, it can become enlarged, weak or stiff. If you suffer from heart failure, your muscles and organs receive less oxygen and nutrients, which can make you feel dizzy and tired. Extra fluid can build up in your body, which can make you feel short of breath and cause swelling in your legs or abdomen.