Heart Disease

Concerned about heart disease? Our website connects you with specialists who can help you understand and manage heart disease effectively. Heart disease can present a range of symptoms, including chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, and fatigue, significantly affecting your overall health.

Dive into our extensive resources, including informative articles, expert-led podcasts, and engaging digital communities, all focused on heart disease. Learn about various heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Discover effective strategies for preventing and managing heart disease through lifestyle changes, diet, exercise, and medical treatments.

Our mission is to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed decisions about your heart health. Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in heart disease care and connect with specialists who can provide personalised advice and support. Take charge of your health journey with our comprehensive resources and expert guidance on managing heart disease.

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Taking Control: Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome in Australia

As a qualified Diabetes Educator, with over 35% of Australian adults estimated to have Metabolic Syndrome, a cluster of risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes and cardiovascular disease [1] and millions already living with Type 2 Diabetes itself [2], it’s a topic close to many of our hearts. Today, I want to empower you with knowledge about Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome in Australia. Whether you're newly diagnosed, have a family history, or simply want to optimise your health, this blog is for you.

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Healthy Heart Recipes

Heart Foundation healthy heart recipes including breakfast, lunch, dinner, kid-friendly and vegetarian recipes.

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ARF RHD Guidelines

The Guidelines app includes a summary of key information from the ARF and RHD Guidelines and an ARF diagnosis calculator. The Guidelines app is designed to support the Australian health workforce with clinical aspects of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease. It contains key information from the 2020 Australian guideline for prevention, diagnosis and management of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease (3rd edition) including primary prevention, diagnosis, and management of ARF, and information about the management of RHD, including secondary prevention. It also contains contact information for the Australian RHD register and control programs, and requirements for notification of ARF and RHD in relevant jurisdictions.

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Heart Foundation

The MyHeart MyLife community is a safe online group moderated by the Heart Foundation where you can share your experience living with a heart condition, give and receive support, and discover ways to lead a heart healthy life with others who are on a similar recovery journey. This community is open to adults living with a heart condition from anywhere in Australia, and people caring for a loved one, family member or friend.

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RHD Treatment Tracker

Treatment Tracker is a free app designed for individuals receiving regular penicillin injections for rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease. It helps manage injection schedules by providing reminders, logging injections, and rewarding timely adherence. The app also supports multiple users, appointment scheduling, and features a customisable avatar and reward system. It is intended for 28-day treatment regimens only and relies on user-provided information. This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice, and users should consult their healthcare providers for treatment management.

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Is heart disease a common condition?

Yes, heart disease is one of the most common health conditions globally, and it is a leading cause of death, particularly in developed countries. It affects millions of people each year, with risk increasing with age and lifestyle factors such as diet, smoking, and lack of physical activity.

What are the common types of heart disease?

Common types of heart disease include:

Coronary artery disease (CAD): Narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart.
Heart failure: A condition where the heart cannot pump blood effectively.
Arrhythmias: Irregular heartbeats, such as atrial fibrillation.
Heart valve disease: Damage or dysfunction in one or more of the heart valves.
Congenital heart defects: Structural heart problems present at birth

What are the symptoms of heart disease?

Symptoms of heart disease can vary depending on the specific condition but may include chest pain or discomfort (angina), shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, irregular heartbeats, swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet, and pain in the arms, neck, jaw, or back. In some cases, heart disease may present no symptoms until a heart attack or other serious event occurs.

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Taking Control: Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome in Australia

Preventative Cardiology and Heart Failure

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