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Atrial fibrillation resources for patients
Patient-centred care – with a focus on patient education, self-management, shared-decision making and caregiver involvement – is recognised as one of the fundamental aspects of integrated care in the guidelines for atrial fibrillation (AF). These resources have been specifically designed to assist with patient education and self-management.
Atrial fibrillation information sheet
This AF information sheet can be printed out and given to your patients. It contains comprehensive information to help their understanding of AF, including:
- What is atrial fibrillation?
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Treatments
- Medications and lifestyle management
- When to seek medical attention
Heart Age Calculator
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Heart Age Calculator
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Environment, climate change and heart health
Environment, climate change and heart health
Environment, climate change and heart health
Information on how air pollution, heatwaves and bushfires can impact heart health, and what you can do to look after yourself. ...
Jump Rope for Heart
Jump Rope for Heart
Jump Rope for Heart
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Building physical activity into urban planning and design
Building physical activity into urban planning and design
Building physical activity into urban planning and design
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Getting active at school
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Getting active at school
Physical activity resources for school staff....
Healthy Active by Design
Healthy Active by Design
Healthy Active by Design
Improving the design of our cities, towns, streets and buildings makes it easier for Australians to lead heart-healthy lives....
Physical activity in the workplace
Physical activity in the workplace
Physical activity in the workplace
Resources to help you create a more physically active workplace....
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Your heart is your most important tool
Men’s Health Week is the perfect time to think about your heart....
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Heart Foundation recipes
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Check out our recipe categories to find your next heart healthy meal....
Time to book a Heart Health Check?
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If you're 45 and over, or 30 and over if you're of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you should book your Heart Health Check today...
Medical tests for heart disease
Medical tests for heart disease
Medical tests for heart disease
Learn about the common tests your doctor may want you to have to diagnose your heart condition....
Chest x-ray for heart disease
Chest x-ray for heart disease
Chest x-ray for heart disease
This test can help your doctor determine if there is anything wrong with your heart....
Heart disease and pregnancy
Heart disease and pregnancy
Heart disease and pregnancy
Pregnancy is often referred to as the “ultimate stress test” for the body....
Women and heart disease
Women and heart disease
Women and heart disease
Information on women and heart disease for consumers....
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Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring
A coronary artery calcium score can be used following a Heart Health Check to estimate your risk of heart attack....
How to make healthier meals at home
How to make healthier meals at home
How to make healthier meals at home
Cooking at home is often healthier than eating out....
After being treated for atrial fibrillation, Boyd is now back on track
After being treated for atrial fibrillation, Boyd is now back on track
After being treated for atrial fibrillation, Boyd is now back on track
Running has been an important part of Boyd's life, so imagine his shock when a heart condition he had never heard of threatened to put a stop to it. ...
What is angina?
What is angina?
What is angina?
Angina is a type of chest pain or discomfort that’s a symptom of an underlying heart problem, usually coronary heart disease (CHD)....
What is an arrhythmia?
What is an arrhythmia?
What is an arrhythmia?
Arrhythmia is a fault in the heart’s electrical system, which affects your heart’s pumping rhythm....
Cardiovascular disease risk factors and heart attack warning signs in women
Cardiovascular disease risk factors and heart attack warning signs in women
Cardiovascular disease risk factors and heart attack warning signs in women
Information for healthcare professionals and the public on cardiovascular disease risk factors and warning signs affecting women. ...
What is heart valve disease?
What is heart valve disease?
What is heart valve disease?
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What is heart failure?
What is heart failure?
What is heart failure?
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What is atrial fibrillation?
What is atrial fibrillation?
What is atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation is a type of arrhythmia where your heart beats irregularly and fast....
What is heart disease?
What is heart disease?
What is heart disease?
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What is coronary heart disease?
What is coronary heart disease?
What is coronary heart disease?
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What is a heart attack?
What is a heart attack?
What is a heart attack?
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