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Which face mask should I wear?
There are many different ways to cover your face to protect against infectious diseases. Each type has its pros and cons.
HRI Director of Cardiovascular Research in the UK
HRI’s Director of Cardiovascular Research, Professor Shaun Jackson, recently travelled to the UK to hold discussions with scientific and clinical colleagues in the UK as well as members of the British Heart Foundation (BHF) about the global state of cardiovascular disease, its impact on the community, and how we can best fight it.
HRI calls for donations to stop Australia’s biggest killer this Christmas
The Heart Research Institute (HRI) is calling on public donations as part of their end of year Christmas appeal to help fund their cutting-edge research to fight cardiovascular disease.
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.
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Hot and bothered: heat affects all of us, but older people face the highest health risks
Heat is more likely to endanger the health of people with pre-existing conditions, who are often older members of the community.
Meet our Illuminate Award winners
The HRI’s annual Illuminate event recognises the achievements of some of our best and brightest early career researchers in their work to fight cardiovascular disease.
How to have a heart-healthy diet on a budget
As the cost-of-living crisis escalates, we are all looking for ways to save on grocery bills. Follow these tips for a heart-healthy diet – without breaking the bank.
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Brad's story
At the age of 5, Brad was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. He has faced a lifetime of health complications, including losing both his legs below the knee. And yet remarkably, he has remained incredibly positive through it all.
Christmas Donations Appeal: Heart Research
Every 19 minutes, one Australian will suffer a stroke
Cardiovascular Regeneration
Our mission is to investigate the pathophysiological aspects of cardiovascular diseases and the development of tissue engineering solutions for regeneration.
The Congenital Heart Fitness Intervention Trial bringing hope
HRI is embarking on “CH-FIT: The Congenital Heart Fitness Intervention Trial” to investigate the benefits of exercise for people with congenital heart disease.
Congenital heart disease in infants: Riley’s story
After trying to conceive for seven years, Samara was devastated to discover her baby had several heart defects. Riley had her first open heart surgery two weeks after she was born, and at nine weeks, she suffered a cardiac arrest.
Even mild COVID raises the chance of heart attack and stroke. What to know about the risks ahead
Even a mild case of COVID can increase the long-term risks of serious cardiovascular diseases such as stroke, heart attack and heart failure.
Bushfire smoke and heart health
Cardiologist and researcher at HRI, Dr Rahul Kurup, answers some common questions about bushfire smoke and heart health.
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.
What can you do to speed up your metabolism?
Rather than reaching for a supplement, there are things you can do to speed your metabolism up.
Things people say about exercise that aren’t true
Here are nine common misconceptions about exercise and what research actually tells us.
Are there better exercises for women and men?
In general, the size of a man’s heart is larger than a woman’s. So if you’re looking to take care of your heart health, are there better exercises depending on whether you’re male or female?
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.
A paramedic’s perspective on stroke
A stroke can happen at any time. Usually when you least expect it. If you have any combination of stroke symptoms, you urgently need to call emergency services to get paramedics to assess you, or at least get to hospital as soon as possible.
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.
Obstructive sleep apnoea: causes and symptoms
Obstructive sleep apnoea (apnea) is a sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
Do we really need to walk 10,000 steps a day?
A target of 10,000 steps a day is often recommended, and it has been shown to improve heart health. Find out where this number came from and how to achieve it.
Global media interest in HRI’s breakthrough anti-clotting drug for COVID-19
The revolutionary new anti-clotting medicine developed by HRI has attracted global media interest due to its far-reaching impact.