Heart Health Check funding uncertain With funding for the program set to expire in June, an extension is still being considered by the major political parties.
Clinic opens to fill ‘gender gap’ in cardiac care The uniquely female service focuses on making stress echo tests more accessible and comfortable, and GPs can now refer patients.
New tool could ‘change the trajectory’ of Indigenous heart consults Heart disease is the leading cause of preventable death for First Nations people, but there is hope a new GP resource could help address that.
Strong link between cardio fitness and long-term health High cardiorespiratory fitness can reduce the risk of mortality and morbidity by almost 20%, world-first research shows.
Preventive care for atrial fibrillation currently ‘less than ideal’ More than four-in-10 patients hospitalised with the condition die within a decade, according to a new Australian study.
Simple SMS prompt improves heart health A Heart Foundation pilot program that sent out 42,000 text messages to eligible patients resulted in a 14-fold increase in check-ups with GPs.
Is moderate exercise for statin users safe? According to new research, the commonly prescribed drug does not exacerbate muscle injury, pain or fatigue for people doing moderate exercise.
Research finds trees in urban spaces promote heart health An analysis of 10 years of hospitalisation and death data shows urban green space, particularly trees, can reduce cardiovascular disease risk.
Most eligible patients ‘have not had recent heart checks’ The reported results of a Heart Foundation survey suggest many at-risk patients have not been screened within the past two years.
Four patient groups that need GPs’ attention this Heart Week SPONSORED: The COVID-19 pandemic has made cardiovascular disease screening more critical than ever – but GPs can take practical steps to help.