Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Australia's home of heart research, dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease You can help us find cures for Australia’s leading cause of death.

Heart disease is the number one killer of all Australians, claiming the lives of 24 people every single day. An estimated 1.2 million Australian adults aged 18 years and over had 1 or more conditions related to heart or vascular disease. At the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute, Australia’s Home of Heart Research, we know how important it is to be part of the community that shares in the st

ories of heart disease, creating awareness of its prevalence , the latest research underway and the major medical breakthroughs. This is your Community Page and we encourage you to be part of the conversation. However, please be aware that you must abide by Facebook’s Community Standards (https://www.facebook.com/communitystandards) and Australian Privacy laws. Facebook automatically reviews, hides, and flags content, which is deemed inappropriate, or makes other community members feel unsafe or disrespected. Such inappropriate material includes, but is not limited to, offensive, hateful, irrelevant, spam; any content which portrays/condones the consumption of addictive or illicit substances and activities; and/or misleading, unsubstantiated medical and scientific claims. Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute also reserves the right to hide or delete comments, or permanently ban any participant who fails to adhere to these Community Guidelines. Please understand that community comments posted to this page do not represent the opinions of the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute. Make your contribution to heart research here: http://bit.ly/1V55e8t

Heart Warrior Inayah was born with congenital heart disease and underwent five heart surgeries and a heart transplant be...
15/08/2026

Heart Warrior Inayah was born with congenital heart disease and underwent five heart surgeries and a heart transplant before she was five.

Today, with her new heart, she’s swimming, dancing, horse riding, doing Little Athletics and dreaming of becoming a heart doctor so she can help other kids just like her. 🩰🐎👟🫀

On Wednesday 9 September, Medical Research Giving Day will help accelerate discoveries that could give more families a second chance.

Save the date and register your interest, so you’re ready to stand with families like Inayah’s on Giving Day. ❤️ https://www.medicalresearchday.org.au/VCCRI/?utm_campaign=mri_giving_day&utm_medium=vccri&utm_source=facebook

14/08/2026

If you’re looking for a reason to nap, this might be it. 💤🫀

Short naps may help improve alertness, mood and memory, but timing matters.

Cardiologist, Institute Director and CEO Jason Kovacic explains why the ideal nap is around 15 to 30 minutes, and why naps should support good sleep, not replace it.

Learn more about sleep and heart health: https://www.victorchang.edu.au/blog/sleep

We were pleased to welcome Justin Clancy MP, Shadow Minister for Medical Research, to the Victor Chang Cardiac Research ...
12/08/2026

We were pleased to welcome Justin Clancy MP, Shadow Minister for Medical Research, to the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.

During his visit, Justin met with Dr Adam Hill and toured our Innovation Centre, learning more about the research underway to understand how genetic conditions and medicines can affect the heart.

Visits like these are an important opportunity to share the work of our scientists and the role medical research plays in improving the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

We look forward to continuing to advance this research and sharing the discoveries it enables with our community, as we work towards better outcomes for people affected by heart disease.

Thank you for visiting, Justin!

A chilly morning, a huge (Heartbreak) Hill and an even bigger show of support ❤️We’re feeling incredibly grateful for th...
12/08/2026

A chilly morning, a huge (Heartbreak) Hill and an even bigger show of support ❤️

We’re feeling incredibly grateful for the amazing runners who braved the cold to take on City2Surf in support of the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.

Thank you to those who fundraised to help power life-saving heart research, everyone who donated, and the many runners who spotted our team along the way and stopped for a photo — it was so fun to cheer you on! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Seeing so many of you out there reminded us just how special our community is, and how much we can achieve together. 🫀🔬

Incredible news for three of our researchers! 👏❤️Dr Zijing Zhou, Associate Professor Emily Wong and Professor Sally Dunw...
11/08/2026

Incredible news for three of our researchers! 👏❤️

Dr Zijing Zhou, Associate Professor Emily Wong and Professor Sally Dunwoodie AO have each been awarded a 2026 National Health and Medical Research Council - NHMRC Investigator Grant.

From uncovering new mechanisms involved in pain and blood pressure sensation, to harnessing deep learning to better understand our genome, and investigating the causes of congenital heart disease and embryo loss — their research is pushing into new areas of discovery and opening new possibilities for human health.

These grants are an incredible recognition of Zijing, Emily and Sally’s scientific leadership and the ambitious questions they continue to pursue.

Please join us in congratulating them on this fantastic achievement! 👏

07/08/2026

GLP-1 medicines like Wegovy and Mounjaro have made headlines for weight loss, but researchers are also looking at what they could mean for heart health. 🫀

Cardiologist, Institute Director and CEO Jason Kovacic explains why these medicines are attracting attention beyond weight loss, including their potential role in reducing cardiovascular risk in some people with obesity and heart disease.

Learn more about diabetes and heart disease: https://www.victorchang.edu.au/heart-disease/diabetes

31/07/2026

Cold plunging might be trending, but your heart still has to handle the shock. 🫀❄️

Cardiologist, Institute Director and CEO Jason Kovacic explains what cold plunging can do to your heart, who should be cautious, and the symptoms you should never ignore.

24/07/2026

Milo, fairy bread, lamingtons… but which Aussie snacks get a tick from a cardiologist? 👀

Cardiologist, Institute Director and CEO Jason Kovacic rates some nostalgic favourites from a heart-health perspective, looking at things like added sugar, salt, saturated fat and fibre.

Don’t worry, we’re not here to cancel your favourite snack. Some are everyday picks, and others are best kept in treat territory.

17/07/2026

Your oral health may say more about your heart than you think.

Cardiologist, Institute Director and CEO Jason Kovacic explains how poor oral health, especially gum disease and ongoing inflammation, has been linked with a higher risk of heart disease later in life.

Learn more about heart disease: https://www.victorchang.edu.au/heart-disease

10/07/2026

After menopause, a woman’s risk of heart disease rises, but it’s not something many people talk about. As oestrogen levels fall, changes in blood pressure, cholesterol, weight distribution, blood sugar and sleep can all affect heart health.

Cardiologist, Institute Director and CEO Jason Kovacic explains why menopause can be an important window to look after your heart, and why regular checks of your blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar matter.

Learn more about menopause and your heart: https://www.victorchang.edu.au/heart-disease/menopause

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