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hearts4heart was founded in 2011 in recognition of 3.4 million Australians living with heart disease. Yet there are clear deficits in the provision of educational resources, prevention strategies and support for the wide range of heart disease that exists. hearts4heart addresses this gap through education and support to all people affected by heart disease. The primary goals of the organisation ar
01/04/2026
“I thought I was just tired…”
Jillian didn’t realise her symptoms were something serious, until she needed urgent open-heart surgery.
What she thought was just fatigue turned out to be something far more serious.
As a hearts4heart Advocate and graduate of our Advocacy Training Academy, Jillian is now using her lived experience to raise awareness of heart valve disease and help others recognise the signs earlier. ❤️
The SLOW symptoms of heart valve disease aren’t just a normal part of ageing, they’re often overlooked, but they matter.
Look out for:
🫁 Shortness of breath
💫 Lightheadedness on exertion
⏳ Feeling older than your years
😴 Unusual or ongoing fatigue
A big thank you to New Idea Magazine for helping share Jillian’s story and amplify this important message.
And thank you, Jillian, for using your voice to support others ❤️
👉 Learn more: https://hearts4heart.org.au/
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Perth, WA
6892
