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Why We're Walking
In July 2021, I was struck down by Endocarditis, a rare but life-threatening bacterial infection of the heart's inner lining. What followed was a battle I wasn't sure I'd win.
"I underwent open heart surgery, received a prosthetic heart valve, and developed complete heart block, requiring a permanent pacemaker to keep my heart beating."
I was one of the lucky ones. Endocarditis can strike anyone, at any time, from an infection that would otherwise seem minor. Cardiac research that could improve survival, recovery and outcomes for people like me remains chronically underfunded.
Hike For Hearts is my way of turning a frightening experience into a force for good. Every dollar we raise goes directly to funding the research that saves lives.
- Dave Padden
Heart disease remains Australia’s biggest killer, claiming 48 lives every day. Your donation will help the Heart Foundation to transform Australia’s heart health by:
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Funding life-changing heart research
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Supporting health professionals working to prevent, diagnose and treat heart disease
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Providing heart-healthy programs and resources for everyday Australians.
Please make a donation today, click the donate button. Every donation, big or small will help me get closer to my goal.
All donations over $2 are tax deductible and you’ll get a receipt by email as soon as you make your donation
Thank you for your support.
Thank you to my Sponsors
$5.97k
Hike For Hearts Trivia Night
$516
Matt Denehy - Crafted Insurance
Nice work Dave, well done. One of my son's had heart surgery at 13 yrs old.
$322.50
Julian Spinetti
Love you mate. Wish I was well enough to trek with you all
$300
Annette Baxter
Good luck, hope you reach your target.
$269.13
Marcus Croker
All the best for a great cause mate. We are all forever grateful to the wonderful medical team who got you through that horrible experience.
$220
Anonymous
$106.75
Steve & Jen Fairall
Fantastic challenge Dave & team. Go well!
$106.75
Carl N
Privileged to have spent the night with you. Good luck with your hike.
$106.75
Dory Zaouk
Super proud of you, Dave.
$100
Annette Baxter
Good luck.
$55.95
Rhiannon Marsh
Go get em Tiger raaaaaagh
$55.95
Carol Edmondson
$55.95
Trent Ottawa
Good luck on the hike!!
$55.95
Charlie & Lulu Aitchison
Woohoo !!! Go Aunty Jess
$55.95
Drew
Amazing effort Jordan and crew!
$55.95
Edwina, Andrew And Thomas West
$54.75
Luke And Al
$54.75
Anonymous
Wong and the kids need you.
$50
Adam Baxter
$23.81
Sean Clanchy
Nice one mate! Enjoy!
$11.80
