Heart Health Advice
Find advice from our cardiologists on your how to keep your heart healthy
Cardiovascular disease, in particular coronary artery disease, is the leading cause of death in Australia, reportedly accounting for at least a quarter of deaths. It is estimated that over 1 million Australians have at least 1 heart or vascular condition.
At SouthWest Cardiovascular, we want to help you understand your heart disease diagnosis, give you guidance on how to reduce your risk of a future cardiac event and prevent you developing heart disease.
Once diagnosed, many heart conditions can be managed with a combination of lifestyle changes and medications. Below you’ll find some advice from our cardiologists to help you reduce your future risk of heart disease and tips to manage factors that can affect your existing heart disease.
A heart attack might feel different if you’re a woman
A heart attack can vary based on gender, age, and overall health profile. How a woman experiences a heart attack can be quite different to the symptoms men commonly report.
Cardiovascular risk assessment and Calcium Scores
Coronary artery disease is a common condition that develops over decades within the blood vessels that supply oxygen to your heart.
Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease is one of the leading forms of heart disease and in severe cases leads to a heart attack.
Remote monitoring
Remote monitoring is a service offered to SouthWest Cardiovascular patients with implanted cardiac devices (pacemakers, CRT, ICD and loop recorders).
Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Prevention
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common heart rhythm irregularity (arrhythmia) in Australia. 2% of the population have AF. When you have AF your heart beats fast and irregularly.
High Cholesterol
What does Cholesterol mean for my heart health? Cholesterol is a fatty substance we all have in our blood and is essential for healthy cells.
High Blood Pressure
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Australia yet 90% of premature heart disease is preventable through early identification and management of modifiable risk factors.
Keeping your heart healthy
How to keep your heart healthy. Practical advice from our cardiologists to understand and reduce your cardiovascular risk .