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Heart Foundation Publications

Helpful and practical heart health information for patients, their families, and the general public.

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Current publication topics

Australian cardiovascular risk charts

Australian acute coronary syndromes capability framework 2015
A framework for overcoming disparities in management of acute coronary syndromes in the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, 2014
2011 addendum to the National Heart Foundation of Australia/Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand guidelines for the management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS) 2006
NHFA and CSANZ Australian Clinical Guidelines for the Management of Acute Coronary Syndromes 2016 document (full version)
Economic Cost of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Australia: The Cost to Governments
Economic Cost of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Australia: The Cost to Individuals and Their Families
Economic Cost of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Australia: Overview of reports

Angina: Understanding chest pain and discomfort

Position statement: Antioxidants in food, drinks and supplements for cardiovascular health, updated 2010

Atrial Fibrillation

Heart transplants and organ donations

Position statement: Salt and Heart Healthy Eating

Neighbourhood walkability checklist

Smoking and your heart health

Copyright

All Heart Foundation publications and resources are subject to copyright. If you would like to reproduce or use material from any of these resources, you must make a request to copyright@heartfoundation.org.au. The Heart Foundation reserves the right to refuse requests to reproduce or use materials from our resources.

Support us and help save Australian hearts

Join the fight against Australia’s biggest killer by supporting the Heart Foundation. ...

Are you at risk of heart disease?

There is no single cause for any one heart condition, but there are risk factors that increase your chance of developing one. ...

MyMarathon

The fundraising race where you set the pace. Run, jog or walk MyMarathon at your own pace during October....

Support and resources for health care professionals

Our range of clinical and patient support resources are available for you to use in your daily practice....

Help make heart disease history!

48 Australians die from heart disease every day. You can help save lives....

Fundraise to save Australian hearts

Join the Heart Foundation community. Together, we can make a real difference for Australian hearts. ...

Clinical Guidelines

Full list of clinical guidlines and references for CVD, heart failure, ACS, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, SCAD and RHD...

Maryanne was shocked to find she had a hidden heart problem

At first, it didn’t cross my mind it could be something serious. ...

Heart Foundation recipes

Check out our recipe categories to find your next heart healthy meal....

Snack recipes

Search for healthy snack ideas...

Blueprint for an active Australia

The Blueprint for an active Australia provides evidence-based actions to help address physical inactivity....

What is a heart attack?

The most common cause of a heart attack is coronary heart disease....

Queensland Cardiovascular Research Network

QCVRN provides a framework to strengthen cardiovascular research in Queensland...

Workplace giving for employees

Your employer’s workplace giving program makes it easy to setup regular, tax-deductible donations from your pre-tax income. ...

Sodium and salt converter

Convert the sodium listed on food products into grams of salt or vice versa. ...

Physical activity resources for patients and consumers

Physical activity information for professionals...

Jump Rope for Heart

Jump Rope for Heart teaches school children how to keep fit and healthy through skipping!...

What's your BMI?

Are you within a healthy weight range for your height?...

Atrial fibrillation resources for patients

Action Plans

Recovery is a long journey, so having a plan makes a huge difference. Using an action plan gives you a step-by-step guide to improving your lifestyle....

Food and nutrition position statements

Workplace giving program

Workplace giving is a simple and tax effective way for employees to make regular donations to a cause they care about. ...

The Heart Foundation Research Program

We are Australia’s biggest non-government funder of world-class research into heart health. Learn more about our high impact research. ...

Heart procedures and devices

If you have a heart condition, your doctor may recommend treatment or procedures...

Reading food labels

Nutrition information panels and ingredients lists are a good way of comparing similar foods so you can choose the healthiest option....

About the Lighthouse Hospital Project

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in Australia, but the burden of disease disproportionately affects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples....

Supporting local Councils in South Australia

Resources to help support your council region to be healthy, connected and safe....

What is coronary heart disease?

Coronary heart disease (CHD) or coronary artery disease occurs when a coronary artery clogs and narrows because of a buildup of plaque....

What is angina?

Angina is a type of chest pain or discomfort that’s a symptom of an underlying heart problem, usually coronary heart disease (CHD)....

Donate to the Heart Foundation

Every dollar that you donate will help fund research, support and programs that help save lives....