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Heart failure resources and tools
Listen to patients, care partners, and healthcare professionals
Making connections for life
There are several patient organisations dedicated to helping you and your family by providing information on heart failure or by playing a supportive role when you need it.
Find support
Use the resources below to find a heart health support group and more information.
AVEC: Association Vie et Coeur (France)
HeartLife Foundation (Canada)
Heart UK (UK)
Herzschwäche Franken e.V. (Germany)
Mended Hearts (US)
Širdies Nepakankamumu Sergančiųjų Asociacija/Lithuanian Heart Failure Association
Wellness apps to support you
Apps that pair with devices to record data may help
If you’re living with heart failure or helping to care for someone who is, you know that there’s a lot to keep track of. Apps on your phone, watch, or tablet can make it easier to balance the things you need to help support you.
Apps paired with devices allow you to collect your health data at home. The data are then stored electronically in a simple, accessible format (such as a graph) that is easy to retrieve, view, and send to your doctor. These data can help you and your doctors make faster, better-informed treatment decisions.
Types of apps to look for
There are many general health apps available. Some helpful functions to look for include:
Weight tracking
Help monitor and identify sudden changes in weight that may indicate a buildup of salt and fluid in your body.
Blood pressure and heart rate tracking
Readings can be tracked directly from a home blood pressure cuff, entered by hand, or even managed through an app on your phone.
Symptom tracking
Keep track of any symptoms you may experience
related to heart failure (ie, shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling) in one convenient place.
Water/fluid intake tracking
Make sure you drink the right amount of fluid as directed by your doctor.
Activity tracking
Automatically track steps or other exercises and movement, as directed by your doctor.
Downloadable heart failure information
Whether you are a patient or care partner, Heart Talks has heart failure tools and resources for you. Be sure to check back often as more resources become available.
‘Your Guide to Living With Heart Failure’ brochure
This brochure explains heart failure, provides an overview of available treatments, and offers tips on lifestyle changes and establishing goals. Featuring content developed with patients, it is designed to educate and empower you to take a more active role in managing your heart failure.