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Survivor stories

Without research, my chance of survival would have been zero.

Will Jones

Cardiac arrest survivor

Living with heart disease

Understand your diagnosis and treatment and make healthy lifestyle changes.

Coming home

Many things may change after you return home from the hospital. You may feel tired for a while; you may need a new daily routine to take your medication.... Read more

Cardiac rehabilitation

Cardiac rehabilitation is a program of exercise, education and counselling to help you recover from a heart attack or other heart conditions.... Read more

Emotions & feelings

Your emotions, feelings and actions have an impact on your heart disease and the effectiveness of your treatment.... Read more

Relationships

The support of family and friends after a heart attack or heart surgery can help you in many ways.... Read more

Talking to your doctor

Your healthcare team is there to help you learn how to live with coronary artery disease. So don’t be afraid to tell them about your health.... Read more

Take control of your recovery

Make healthy lifestyle changes and know your risks.

Eat well

Eat more fruits and veggies, cook at home, limit processed foods. Eating habits that protect your health.
More on healthy eating (PDF)

Stay active

Move more. Walk, rake leaves, play a sport. Find ways to be active in your daily life. Ideas and tips from the experts.
More on staying active (PDF)

Reduce stress

Learn your stressors and get expert strategies on how to manage them effectively.
More on reducing stress

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Make lifestyle changes

The key to making lifestyle changes is to develop healthy habits that stick.
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Living well with heart disease

A comprehensive guide for heart patients like you, your family and friends to improve your success of recovery, understand the diagnosis and treatment you will receive and make healthy changes to your lifestyle.