Did you know that around 1.4 million Australians are at high risk of having a heart attack or stroke in the next five years — and many are not even aware of it?
A 20-minute Heart Health Check with your GP at Fitzwilliam Road Medical Centre will help you understand your personal risk and support you in making informed, positive choices to protect your heart health.
A Heart Health Check is a routine appointment with your GP and practice nurse designed to assess your risk of heart disease.
During your check, your healthcare team will:
The goal of your heart health check is to give you a clearer picture of your overall heart health and what steps may help you stay well in the years ahead.
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness in Australia. Many risk factors, such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, or diabetes, may not cause noticeable symptoms at first until sudden emergencies happen.
Doing a heart health check can help you:
Regular heart health checks are part of routine preventive care recommended for adults aged 45 years and over (or 30 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples).
For more information and guidance about heart health, check The Heart Foundation website.
Your heart works hard every day, often without you realising it. Taking a few minutes to understand how it’s doing can make a meaningful difference to your overall well-being.
Book a Heart Health Check today at Fitzwilliam Road Medical Centre and take an informed step toward protecting your long-term health.
