Alex Samuels

While vaping (or the use of e-cigarettes) is sometimes viewed as a “safer alternative” to smoking, the reality in Australia is that it carries significant health risks, many of which are only now becoming clear. The regulatory landscape is also…

It’s always such a pleasure to me to be invited as guest speaker, presenting on cardiovascular disease and educating people on preventative measures we can all take to reduce our risk of heart disease. After all, 80% of coronary artery…

In today’s corporate climate, the pursuit of business excellence often demands sacrifices—unfortunately, personal health is frequently among them. Recent findings suggest that chief executives are not just steering their companies—they are also navigating significant health risks, particularly cardiac disease. In…

Chronic stress is a major contributor to heart disease. When you’re under stress, your body goes into “fight or flight” mode – an ancient survival mechanism designed to get you out of danger by either fighting or fleeing. In that…

Is Your Heart Trying to Tell You Something? As a nurse who has spent over a decade working in Cardiology, Coronary Care and Cardiac Rehabilitation, I have cared for far too many people who have dismissed the early signs of…

When we talk about heart health, we often focus on personal responsibility, what we eat, how much we exercise, and whether we make lifestyle choices that support our cardiovascular system. But what about workplace responsibility? For businesses, cardiovascular health isn’t…

For over a decade, I have worked closely with individuals facing the realities of cardiovascular disease. From the high-intensity environment of Cardiology and Coronary Care hospital wards to the community setting of Cardiac Rehabilitation, I have seen firsthand the impact…