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The Heart Foundation is today launching a new program aimed at reducing the likelihood of a person experiencing a repeat heart attack or other heart event.
The MyHeart MyLife program is:
After a heart attack, survivors often feel worried, confused or overwhelmed and struggle to find reliable sources of information about their condition and recovery.
The Heart Foundation’s Healthcare Programs Manager, Natalie Raffoul, said the new program addressed a need among survivors, carers and healthcare professionals to ensure people have ongoing support when they leave hospital, to help keep them out of hospital.
Sadly, 1 in 3 heart attacks in Australia is a repeat event. We desperately want to change that statistic. The MyHeart MyLife program aims to solve this by providing tailored, easily accessible information, resources and support for patients and their carers.
Natalie Raffoul
Healthcare Programs Manager
“What makes this program unique is that we have tailored it to provide patients with the most relevant information, when they need it the most. People will move through different ‘phases’ of recovery and their needs change over time,” Ms Raffoul said.
Recognising that where people live in Australia influences their heart health outcomes, the program also has information specially tailored for people living in rural and remote areas.
“Data shows that Australians living in some rural and remote locations experience higher rates of cardiovascular disease-related hospitalisation and death, something we seek to address with this program.”
Friends and family are also encouraged to join the program to support their loved ones. This holistic approach ensures that all aspects of recovery, both physical and emotional, are addressed, helping patients return to their daily lives with confidence and improved health.
For more information or to join the MyHeart MyLife program, visit myheartmylife.org.au
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Last updated14 August 2024