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“I want to be around for my son for a long time”
50-year-old Korie Nicol wakes up every day knowing he is just one heartbeat away from a heart attack or stroke.
A dad’s battle with heart disease highlights gaps in healthcare system
Despite four heart stents, Matt's inherited high cholesterol remains high, and life-saving medicines are not funded.
Unsettled spring weather likely to spark asthma and allergy flare-ups
Spring weather shifts are increasing pollen exposure and asthma flare-ups across NZ, worsening symptoms for 1 in 8 Kiwi.
Urgent relief for Christchurch kura battling unhealthy buildings
With support from partner AHI Carrier Toshiba, the Foundation provided air purifiers to Te Pā o Rākaihautū.
Running with purpose: One athlete’s mission to inspire others
North Shore footballer Callum Massey is running 21km for the Cardiac and Respiratory Foundation NZ.
New report reveals the grim reality of heart healthcare in New Zealand
The first comprehensive report into heart disease and cardiac care in Aotearoa exposes major workforce shortages.
NZ hosts first-of-its-kind course on life-saving heart technique, halves deaths
A first-of-its-kind training course is helping New Zealand cardiologists adopt advanced heart imaging techniques.
Physiotherapy for bronchiectasis
Bronchiectasis physiotherapy focuses on clearing phlegm using breathing techniques like deep breaths and huffing to prevent mucus build-up, infection and lung damage.
Easier access to life-saving asthma inhalers now a reality
About 120,000 Kiwis will now be able to collect three months’ supply of their 2-in-1 asthma inhaler at once.
Joining forces for respiratory wellness
AHI Carrier Toshiba has joined our Friends of the Foundation programme, supporting work to improve indoor air quality.
Vaping law breaches fuel Foundation’s training rollout
OIA figures show 125 complaints were lodged and dozens of retailers were found breaching the rules.
Many rentals may still fall short as healthy homes deadline arrives
As winter grips the country, many Kiwis will go to sleep tonight in rental homes that put their health at risk.