Did you know ....
1) two out of five deaths in New Zealand are due to cardiovascular disease.
2) a heart check is FREE for West Coasters who are eligible and haven't had their heart checked in the last 5 years
3) To book an appointment or to find out if you are due for your heart check call your medical centre
Heart attacks, angina, stroke, transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs) and peripheral vascular disease are all forms of cardiovascular disease.
By knowing your risk of heart attack and stroke and making lifestyle changes, you have a better chance of enjoying a long and healthy life.
Your nurse, doctor or health professional can assess your risk of developing cardiovascular disease in the next five years, which can range from very mild to very high.
This heart health check looks at your age, gender, ethnicity, weight, family history, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, diabetic and smoking status.
Who and when should you have your heart checked (those eligible for a FREE check)
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Males 45 years and over
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Females 55 years and over
If you are, or have any of the following you need to have your heart checked 10 years earlier e.g. Males 35 years and over and females 45 years and over
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A person of Maori, Pacific, Indian or Asia decent
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A smoker
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High cholesterol
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High blood pressure
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Overweight
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A family history of heart disease or diabetes
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Diabetes
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Had diabetes in pregnancy
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Renal impairment
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Polycystic ovary syndrome.
For more information see the documents below
* To open the documents below in a new window, right click on the link and select 'open in new window'
Cholesterol
Blood Pressure
Physical Activity
Weight Management
Smoking
What do you think a heart attack is?
Are you at rick of having a heart attack or stroke?
Why should I have a heart W.O.F
Reducing your risk of having a heart attack or stroke
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