With one person in Australia experiencing a heart attack or stroke every four minutes, the Heart Foundation is urging health professionals to use everyday interactions to start conversations that can change outcomes.
Frontline heart care
Pharmacies are often the first point of contact for people managing chronic conditions, collecting prescriptions or seeking quick advice.
These moments create natural openings to ask whether a patient has had their blood pressure checked, remind someone with diabetes of their elevated cardiovascular risk or discuss how flu vaccination can reduce complications for people with heart conditions.
Clinical tools available
This Heart Week, the Heart Foundation is encouraging health professionals to Never miss a BEAT by staying up-to-date with the latest evidence.
New evidence-based online clinical case studies support primary care clinicians to identify, assess and manage cardiovascular disease risk using real-life scenarios, lifestyle recommendations and pharmacotherapy guidance.
Resources for pharmacies
To support patient conversations, pharmacists can download the Heart Foundation’s free digital resource pack, which includes posters, patient materials and decorations.
Pharmacies can also enter the Heart Week Creative Display Competition for the chance to win an AUD500 voucher by creating an engaging in-store display that sparks conversations about heart health.
Opportunities every day
Pharmacists are uniquely positioned to raise awareness of cardiovascular risk factors during routine interactions, from blood pressure checks to medication reviews.
By using these touchpoints to share resources and prompt action, pharmacists can make a meaningful difference.
This Heart Week start a conversation with your patients about their heart health.
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