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MEDIA ALERT: Heart Week 2024 event today at NSW Parliament

Heart Foundation < 1 mins read

This year’s event promises to be an engaging and insightful experience at NSW Parliament House 

 

When:  Today, Wednesday 8th May

Time: 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Where: Ground Level, Fountain Courtyard, Parliament House NSW

Who:  David Lloyd, Heart Foundation CEO 

      Natalie Raffoul, Senior Healthcare Programs Manager, Heart Foundation

  

During this event, you can explore our Activation Space, designed to engage, inform, and inspire. Here’s a glimpse into the activities planned: 

 

  • Meet Happy Heart: Our beloved heart health mascot will greet attendees and be available for a photo. 
  • Heart Health Checks: A cornerstone of our advocacy, these checks are crucial for early detection and management of heart health risks. We encourage you to experience one firsthand. 
  • Jump Rope for Heart Demonstration: Witness the energy of our flagship program, which combines fun and fitness and showcases the importance of physical activity for heart health.

 

Learn more about Heart Foundation initiatives like our national walking program, the cardiac rehab program MyHeart MyLife, healthy eating resources and the NSW Cardio Vascular Research Network.


Contact details:

Shaun Inguanzo

Media Manager

0404 769 054

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