Are You at Risk?

General Information

There is no single cause for any one heart condition, but there are risk factors that increase your chance of developing one.

There’s no one cause for heart disease. However, there are risk factors that increase your chance of developing it. The more risk factors you have, the more likely you are to develop heart disease. More than two-thirds of Australian adults have three or more risk factors for heart disease. Yet many people don’t know they’re at risk.

Lifestyle Choices

You have the power to significantly lower your risk of heart disease. Small, healthy changes to your daily routine can have an important impact on your heart health. Discover your lifestyle risk factors and the steps you can take to lower your risk.

High blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes can increase your chance of developing heart disease. Understand your risk by seeing your GP for a Heart Health Check. Click the link below to find out more today!

Comorbid Health Conditions

Some medical conditions increase your risk of heart disease, but most of them can be managed with medication and making healthy lifestyle choices. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and poor mental health can lead to increase chances of heart failure and similar cardiovascular diseases.

Learn more tips today to live a healthier and longer life.

Concerned for yourself or a loved one?

If you or a loved one has experienced heart-related problems, it's time to speak to your doctor. Don't wait until it's too late.

Book in at your local doctor's surgery, or if it's an emergency contact 000 or visit your nearest hospital's Emergency Deparment immediately.

Even if you're not sure whether or not you're experiencing heart problems, it's better to be safe and have it checked out.

Heart conditions require medical attention and management, but with the right treatment plan, you can live a long and healthy life.


Click the links below to find the appropriate medical care in your local area.
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Discover ways to keep yourself safe.