2021 and earlier news archive
103 articles
Opinion Piece: COVID-19 in Western Australia
15 September 2020
Prof Livia Hool explains how WA could face a “secondary pandemic” in the form of a cardiovascular crisis and the long-term consequences of the virus.
Fixing the World's Biggest Hearts
25 August 2020
Medical breakthrough gives hope to children with an inherited heart disease called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
COVID-19 Progress Report
11 August 2020
Update on the most promising coronavirus vaccine candidates from around the world and how COVID-19 is impacting the heart
Coronavirus Research in Pictures
07 June 2020
This video captures the historic moments in the fight against COVID-19 at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.
Cattle Farmer Donates $300,000 to Heart Disease
07 May 2020
Read about how a generous cattle farmer has donated $300,000 to help fight heart disease
Australian Scientists at Heart of Research into COVID-19
03 May 2020
Three new research projects underway at Sydney's Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute to help fight coronavirus
Decline in Cardiac Hospitalisations During Coronavirus
27 April 2020
Cardiologists address alarming decline in cardiac patients who are afraid to go to hospital or visit doctor during COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Operations Update
24 April 2020
Due to government guidelines, and in the interest of the safety and health of our staff, the Institute has had to adapt the way we operate for the time being.
Coronavirus in Western Australia
17 April 2020
Cardiology scientist Professor Livia Hool answers questions about coronavirus and its status in Western Australia
Coronavirus FAQ
08 April 2020
Our scientists and cardiologists answer your frequently asked questions about coronavirus (COVID-19), the research, and your heart
Coronavirus Update - Heart Disease & the Latest Research
06 April 2020
Cardiologist Prof Jason Kovacic shares the experience of his cardiac patients with coronavirus and answers questions on the latest research.
New Executive Director - Jason Kovacic
03 April 2020
Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institutes announces the appointment of their new Executive Director Jason Kovacic
Coronavirus, heart disease and the science
30 March 2020
Cardiologist Prof Bob Graham looks at the scientific research behind coronavirus COVID-19 and cardiovascular disease
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and heart disease
13 March 2020
Expert Cardiologist Prof Bob Graham speaks about coronavirus COVID-19, pre-existing heart conditions, & cardiovascular disease
Matthew Grounds Order of Australia
26 January 2020
Matthew Grounds Receives Order of Australia Medal. The award acknowledges Matthew’s outstanding contributions to advancing and supporting medical research.
New treatment for heart attack scar
02 January 2020
A new study has shown that a protein growth factor therapy could improve outcomes following heart attack.
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