Men's Health Week 9-15 June

Every day, 98 Australian men have a heart attack, of these 1 in 7 die. Heart Research Australia calls upon the men of Australia to be more vigilant about their heart health during Men’s Health Week (9-16 June) by visiting their doctor and having a heart health check.

Heart disease often has no visible symptoms, which is why it is so important to see your doctor for a heart health check. This involves having your blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels checked, and finding out what the risk factors for heart disease are – all of which can be done as part of a routine check-up.

“We lead such busy lifestyles, often worrying more about others and forgetting to take care of ourselves. If you’re a man over 45 years of age, we urge you to talk to your doctor about your heart health and have your blood pressure and cholesterol level tested - termed the silent killers, they often have no visible symptoms, and a heart attack could be the last fatal sign”, says Floyd Larsen, CEO Heart Research Australia.

To reduce your risk of a heart attack: 

•Do not smoke

•Eat healthy 

•Be physically active

•Know your blood pressure

•Know your cholesterol and blood sugar levels

•Know the risk factors for heart disease

•Know the symptoms of a heart attack

Heart Research Australia supports and funds first-stage innovative research into the detection, treatment and prevention of heart disease. 

“It is only through research into preventative measures and treatments that we can make a difference to the heart health of our future generation and we invite everyone to join our fight against heart disease by supporting the research we fund”, added Larsen. 

Visit www.heartresearch.com.au for further information about heart health and life-saving research.

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For further information or to schedule an interview, contact Michelle Kearney, Communications Manager, Heart Research Australia at michelle@heartresearch.com.au or Tel: (02) 9436 0056

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About Heart Research Australia – www.heartresearch.com.au 

Heart Research Australia raises funds for research into the diagnoses, treatment and prevention of Australia’s biggest killer – heart disease. We strive to support life-saving heart research that benefits all Australians.