With cost-of-living pressure rising in recent years, stress has become the silent epidemic of modern life – and it’s quietly breaking our hearts. “Most people think of stress as emotional or mental, but the heart feels it too,” said Nicci Dent, CEO of Heart Research Australia. “Stress itself is not a bad thing – it’s critical for our safety and wellbeing,” Dr Say said. “A hug, a laugh, or a walk in the park aren’t luxuries – they’re medicine for the heart,” Dr Say said. The REDFEB Bingo ChallengeThis REDFEB, Heart Research Australia is encouraging Australians to have some fun with their heart health by taking part in the free REDFEB Bingo Challenge.