Women’s Health: Embracing Equity Assist every woman make informed decisions about their health, this year’s International Women’s Day theme is “Embrace Equity”. Ensuring women receive quality, timely health care has a ripple effect on their families and communities.
Heart-felt Action Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in Australia and across the world. Every day, 109 Australian women have an acute coronary event, such as a heart attack or stroke, and every year, 22,000 women die from cardiovascular disease (CD). To change these statistics, it’s important to have regular heart health checks with your doctor. The earlier that heart disease is detected, the earlier that it can be treated and managed. In Western Sydney, the Cardiology in Community initiative provides access to GPs, specialists, pharmacists and health care tools, to deliver early interventions and cardiology management to support your needs. Speak to your GP about a heart health check today.
Heart Health Tips for Women 9 Eat a heart-healthy diet: fruit, vegetables, wholegrains and healthy protein
9 Avoid sugary drinks and drink plenty of water instead
9 Make exercise or physical activity a regular part of your day
9 Limit alcohol intake 9 Quit smoking