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Cardiac and Respiratory Foundation NZ is dedicated to improving heart and lung health outcomes. It brings together the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ, Kia Manawanui Trust – The Heart of Aotearoa, Lung Foundation NZ, and the Bronchiectasis Foundation NZ.

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Your health

Find trusted evidence-based information, resources and support for heart and respiratory health, including understanding conditions, accessing care, creating a healthier home, and learning about the impacts of smoking and vaping.

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Getting help

Find support for living with heart and respiratory conditions, including asthma societies, COPD support groups, pulmonary rehabilitation classes, and financial support for families living with bronchiectasis. Connect with services and programmes to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Resources for family and whānau

Access trusted evidence-based resources, information and support for patients, families and whānau.

Understanding conditions

Understand the signs, symptoms and treatment of heart and respiratory conditions for yourself and your family. From asthma and bronchiectasis to atrial fibrillation and heart failure, explore trusted, evidence-based information to help you navigate diagnosis, treatment and day-to-day management.

Your home and your health

A warm, dry, well-ventilated home is good for everyone, but if you or someone in your whānau lives with a respiratory condition, it can be the difference between staying well and ending up unwell.