Heart Week is here, and in 2025, we’re calling on our community to take one vital step: BOOK YOUR Heart Health Check today. Heart disease is still one of the leading causes of death in Australia, but with early detection and prevention, we can change that—together.
Why Heart Health Matters
Many heart conditions develop silently over time, showing little or no symptoms until it’s too late. That’s why a Heart Health Check is essential. It’s a simple 20-minute appointment with your GP that could save your life.
Heart Health Facts
- Heart disease is Australia’s leading cause of death, responsible for around 1 in 4 deaths each year.
- 1.2 million Australians are living with heart disease, stroke, or vascular conditions.
- Many people don’t know they’re at risk—early heart disease often has no symptoms.
- A Heart Health Check is free for eligible adults through Medicare and takes just 20 minutes.
- More than 90% of Australians have at least one modifiable risk factor for heart disease (e.g., high blood pressure, smoking, poor diet, physical inactivity, or high cholesterol).
- High blood pressure is one of the biggest silent killers—and 1 in 3 adults don’t know they have it.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are more than twice as likely to die from heart disease than non-Indigenous Australians.
- Physical activity can reduce your risk of heart disease by up to 35%.
- Smoking doubles your risk of having a heart attack compared to non-smokers.
- Heart disease is largely preventable with lifestyle changes and early medical intervention.
Know Your Risk, Change Your Future
A Heart Health Check assesses your risk of having a heart attack or stroke in the next five years. It includes a discussion about your lifestyle, family history, and measurements like blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar for people aged 45 and over (or 30 and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people).
Why Book Today?
- It’s quick, easy, and free.
- Early detection is key. Many people don’t know they’re at risk.
- You’ll walk away with a personalised action plan to improve your heart health.
Healthy Heart Habits Start Now
- Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
- Stay active—30 minutes a day is all it takes
- Quit smoking and limit alcohol
- Get enough sleep and manage stress
- Know your numbers: blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar
Don’t Wait. Protect Your Heart Today.
Heart Week is the perfect time to act. If you’re 45 or over (or 30+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), book your Heart Health Check with us now. It’s one appointment that could change everything.
Your heart deserves attention—not just this week, but every day. Start with a check.
Call 8382 3900 or book online at www.reynellamedical.com.au to make your Heart Health Check appointment today.