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We represent the interests of those affected by & working within #cardiovasculardisease in #SouthAfrica. We are NOT a patient advisory group. #CVD #heartdisease

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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
14 days
Last Pulse for Registration! We’re in the final heartbeat leading up to the SA Heart® Congress 2025 — where we come together to Unify Hearts and Minds in advancing cardiovascular care and innovation. Join us from Friday, 17 October, as the SA Heart® community unites leading
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
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🌍 For more than a century, Terumo Interventional Systems has been advancing healthcare solutions worldwide. With a legacy of innovation, the company continues to drive progress in #cardiovascularcare. As a Gold Partner at the 25th Annual SA Heart®️ Congress, taking place 17–19
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
17 days
We’re excited to welcome Novo Nordisk as a Platinum Partner at SA Heart® Congress 2025.   With more than 100 years of innovation, Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company founded in Denmark, with a strong focus on chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
21 days
The countdown is on! In just two weeks, we gather at the Sandton Convention Centre for SA Heart® Congress 2025.   Here’s why you shouldn’t miss it:   •             Gain insights into the latest advances in cardiovascular care •             Connect with leading international and
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
High BP is 130/80 mmHg+—a concern for 1 in 3 South Africans; eat potassium-rich foods like bananas to manage it.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
Ginger fights aging and boosts heart health by tackling inflammation and mitochondrial dysfunction, a natural ally for South Africans facing high hypertension rates.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
SA Heart® 2025 Educational Grants now open! 🎓 Join us in JHB this October for SA’s premier cardiology congress 💙 🔹 Deadline: 14 July 🔹 For members, contributors, and first-time applicants 👉 Apply here: https://t.co/eJmcHThTY5 #SAHeart2025 #MedicalEducation #Cardiology
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
SA’s 2025 budget adds 28.9B rand for health, but a 0.5% VAT hike means affordable heart-healthy habits like walking are key.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
The March SA Heart® Journal is out now! Earn 3 CPD points by completing the quiz via MPC 👉 https://t.co/3BF0dTfWHc 📚 Stay informed with the latest in SA cardiology ✅ Points reflect in your MPC profile (not SA Heart member profile) #SAHeart #CPD #Cardiology #MedicalEducation
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
Swapping snacks for pecans can lower cholesterol and heart disease risk, a small change with big benefits for South Africans, though moderation is key to avoid weight gain.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
6 months
Young marijuana users under 50 face a 6x higher heart attack risk, 4x stroke risk, and 2x heart failure risk, a study of 4.6M shows—SA Heart calls for caution in SA.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
Kirsty Coventry, first African IOC president, could boost health advocacy in SA—30 mins of daily activity cuts heart disease risk by 20%.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
World Health Day 2025: ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures’ tackles maternal & newborn health—crucial in SA where 1 in 5 pregnant women face hypertension.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
ACC 2025: Semaglutide cuts CV death and heart failure risks in obese patients without diabetes—vital for SA where heart disease kills 200+ daily.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
🚨 Early bird registration is now LIVE for the 25th SA Heart® Congress 2025! 🫀 Unifying Hearts and Minds 📍 Don’t miss out—secure your spot now: https://t.co/ugFLUoqGT9 📧 saheartcongress@shiftideas.co.za #SAHeartCongress2025 #Cardiology #MedicalConference #EarlyBird
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
Sugary drinks linked to 2.2M type 2 diabetes & 1.2M heart disease cases yearly. In SA, this is a warning to swap sweet drinks for water.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
Obesity isn’t just an adult issue—it’s rising amongst South African kids, setting the stage for future heart problems. Excess weight can lead to high cholesterol and breathlessness early on.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
Save the date for the 25th Annual SA Heart® Congress, ‘Unifying Hearts and Minds,’ happening from 17 to 19 October 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre, where we’ll explore innovative approaches to cardiovascular health in South Africa. Registration opens in March 2025, so
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
The debate continues in 2025! Studies suggest black coffee could lower heart disease risk with its antioxidants, but sugary, creamy versions might spike blood pressure and cholesterol.
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@SAHeart_ZA
SAHeartAssocation
7 months
NY baby Mikey thrives with world’s smallest pacemaker (Medtronic Micra) for heart block, offering hope for SA kids with defects despite limited access.
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