Heart Health Check

A Heart Health Check is a 15 to 20-minute consultation with your General Practitioner (GP) to assess your risk of heart attack or stroke within the next five years. It's a simple but powerful way to protect your long-term health.

✅ What Happens During a Heart Health Check?

1. Medical & Lifestyle Questionnaire

• Your GP will ask about:

  • Personal and family medical history

  • Lifestyle habits (e.g. diet, physical activity, smoking, alcohol use)

2. Physical Examination

• Measurements may include:

  • Blood pressure

  • Cholesterol levels

  • Blood sugar levels

3. Risk Assessment

• Your GP will calculate your cardiovascular disease risk using Heart Foundation Risk Assessment Tools.

4. Action Plan

• You'll receive personalised recommendations:

  • Lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, quitting smoking)

  • Medication (if needed)

❤️ Why Is It Important?

• Early Detection: Catch heart issues before they become serious.

• Personalised Advice: Get recommendations tailored to your risk factors.

• Prevention: Lower your chance of a heart attack or stroke through early action.

👥 Who Should Get a Heart Health Check?

• All Australians aged 45–79

• People with diabetes from age 35–79

• First Nations Australians from age 30–79

• Anyone with a family history of heart disease (may benefit from earlier checks)

A quick check today could save your life tomorrow. Talk to your GP about booking a Heart Health Check.