Heart Health

  • Your heart is the most valuable organ in your body, so it makes sense to take care of it. Follow our expert advice to keep your ticker in top condition, whether you want to find out more about heart disease, or just keep your cholesterol and blood pressure in check.

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  • Your Heart-Healthy Eating Plan

    Adopt these Dietary Commandments to keep your heart in its best shape.

    March 7, 2013, 11:32 am

  • Cut Your Heart-Attack Risk

    Cardiovascular disease is the biggest killer of Australian women—but the good news is that it’s almost entirely preventable.

    January 2, 2013, 9:54 am

  • Exercise for Your Heart

    Exercise and reap the rewards of a stronger ticker.

    November 19, 2012, 9:34 am

  • What You Need to Know About Heart Medication

    Thousands of Australians take prescription heart drugs, and their ranks are rising. We asked cardiologists Dr Steven Nissen and Dr Marc Gillinov to explain the risks and benefits of the main meds.

    July 25, 2012, 5:32 pm

  • Cut Your Heart-Disease Risk

    Heart disease is the number-one killer of Australian women. In this country, women are four times more likely to die from heart disease than from breast cancer. In fact, more women than men die of heart disease. Surprising, isn’t it?

    July 19, 2010, 4:22 pm

  • Your Heartbeat Explained

    Stethoscope in hand, Prevention ’s heart expert tunes in to your heartbeat to explain common heart rhythms and what they mean.

    June 29, 2010, 3:29 pm

  • Common Heart Questions Answered

    Our cardiologist gets his FAQs straight for your peace of mind.

    April 15, 2010, 4:50 pm

  • Exercise for Heart Health

    A heart-healthy way of life doesn’t take a lot of effort. Adopt an active lifestyle and let the benefits flow.

    March 29, 2010, 10:51 am

  • Heart Attack Symptoms

    Tune in to the main signs of heart failure to save your life or the life of someone you love.

    February 5, 2010, 12:51 pm

  • Discoveries In The Field

    How cholesterol-fighting mushies and blood-thinning clover contribute to our heart health

    January 12, 2010, 2:04 pm

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