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The Israel Healthy Heart Foundation is Israel’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing illness and mortality from cardiovascular disease — the world’s leading cause of death.
The Foundation was established by a group of leading cardiologists, with the support of the Israel Heart Society, with the goal of creating real change through the advancement of research, medical innovation, and improved quality of life for patients and their families.
Heart health is one of the key factors in quality of life and longevity.
The Israel Healthy Heart Foundation works to make reliable, clear, and up-to-date medical information accessible to the public, with the goal of raising awareness, encouraging prevention, and providing knowledge that supports informed health decisions.
On the Foundation’s website, we have gathered professional information from leading experts in cardiology, alongside guides, articles, and explanations about risk factors and symptoms.
Together, we are working to protect and promote heart health.
Heart health is one of the key factors in quality of life and longevity.
The Israel Healthy Heart Foundation works to make reliable, clear, and up-to-date medical information accessible to the public, with the goal of raising awareness, encouraging prevention, and providing knowledge that supports informed health decisions.
On the Foundation’s website, we have gathered professional information from leading experts in cardiology, alongside guides, articles, and explanations about risk factors and symptoms.
Together, we are working to protect and promote heart health.
A condition in which the heart has difficult pumping blood efficiently. With proper medical follow-up and treatment, heart function can be improved and patients can continue maintaining an active daily routine.
Diseases that affect the heart valves, which are responsible for maintaining normal blood flow within the heart. In many cases, these conditions can be successfully diagnosed and treated with the help of advanced medical care.
One of the most common heart rhythm disorders, especially among older adults. With proper diagnosis and treatment, the condition can be managed effectively while maintaining a good quality of life.
Heart health in women has unique characteristics and may sometimes present with less typical symptoms. Awareness, early diagnosis, and a healthy lifestyle can help with prevention and support long-term heart health.
A medically supervised program that helps patients gradually and safely return to their daily routine after a cardiac event. It combines physical activity, guidance, and professional support.
A relatively new medical field focused on protecting heart health during cancer treatment. Its goal is to enable optimal oncologic care while helping protect the heart.
Physical activity is important for heart health at every age. This field helps tailor safe and appropriate exercise for each individual — from athletes to beginners.
Congenital heart defects are among the most common conditions present at birth. Thanks to advances in medicine, most children receive treatment and follow-up care that allow them to live full and healthy lives.
The main risk factors include smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, physical inactivity, and an unbalanced diet. Having several risk factors at the same time significantly increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, unusual fatigue, excessive sweating, dizziness, or pain that radiates to the arm, jaw, or back may be signs of a heart problem.
In the case of unusual symptoms or suspected cardiac event, seek immediate medical attention.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle — including regular physical activity, a balanced diet, avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and undergoing routine medical checkups — can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.
Yes. Heart and cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of illness and death in Israel, as they are in many countries around the world. However, awareness, prevention, and early diagnosis can significantly reduce the risk.
Routine checkups such as blood pressure measurement, cholesterol tests, and blood sugar tests are recommended from a relatively young age, especially for people with risk factors or a family history of heart disease.
Yes. Regular physical activity strengthens the heart muscle, improves blood flow, and helps maintain a healthy weight, balanced blood pressure, and healthy cholesterol levels.
High cholesterol can lead to the buildup of fatty deposits in the walls of the blood vessels, causing them to narrow. If left untreated, this condition may increase the risk of heart attacks and stroke.
