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Heart health management programs

If you're one of the many Australians living with or at risk of a heart condition, these programs can help empower you to make positive changes in managing your long-term heart health.

Each Health Management Program is subject to its own eligibility criteria. Contact us for more information and to find out if you're eligible for a program.

Why join a Health Management Program?

Our goal is to be a partner in your journey towards better heart health. If you're one of the many Australians who are at risk of or are living with a heart condition, these supportive programs can help empower you to make positive changes in managing your heart health.

Continuous support for your heart health

By participating in a Health Management Program, you’ll be continuously supported by a qualified clinician to guide you and answer questions that may be worrying you about your heart health. In coordination with your current doctors, we can help you make the best decisions for your health.

Prevention

Programs to help improve your heart health

These programs can help you take positive steps in improving your overall heart health.

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Healthy Weight for Life Essentials

Phone based program

This program is designed to help with chronic conditions and improve the overall health and wellbeing of eligible members by providing personalised support for weight management and nutrition. A team of specially trained dietitians will teach practical steps to achieve sustainable healthy living and weight management.

Program duration: 18 weeks



Prevention
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Healthy Weight for Life

At home program

This specialised cardiac management program helps eligible members better manage living with and reducing cardiovascular risk factors – all in the comfort of their own home. This program is suitable for those with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 28 and a cardiovascular risk factor (e.g. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea) or a history of heart disease.

Program duration: 12 weeks



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MedJourney

Phone based program

MedJourney supports the health and wellbeing of eligible members currently using weight-loss medications by providing personalised help with weight management and nutrition. The program aims to create lasting changes in your behaviour to help you achieve sustainable weight management, which could reduce your need for medications. You’ll have access to an online hub where you can track your progress, one-on-one support and free tools and resources to support you on your journey.  

Program duration: 12 months



Hospital

Programs to support your hospital admission

These programs can help you understand your hospital stay and get you back to your optimal health.

Hospital
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Hospital Support Program

Phone based program

This program gives eligible members access to an experienced registered nurse to help navigate the health system and understand their options before, during and after a hospital visit*. This program is in addition to an eligible member’s doctor’s guidance and advice. 

Program duration: Varies

*Not available for pregnancy-related hospital admissions.



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Cardihab

Phone based program

Cardihab is digital cardiac rehabilitation delivered via a smartphone app and telephonic coaching. The program supports eligible members who’ve recently been hospitalised for a heart-related event and aims to help them recover, get back to their optimal health and reduce the risk of future cardiac events. This program follows the Australian Heart Foundation and Australian Cardiac Rehabilitation Association guidelines and complements the care provided by your doctors.

Program duration: Six weeks



Care

Programs to help manage your heart condition

These programs provide advice and support to help you manage your heart condition.

Care
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Care Support Program

Phone based program

This program gives eligible members access to an experienced registered nurse to help better understand their chronic condition and achieve their health goals. The program’s length varies depending on individual needs.

Program duration: Four to six months



Care
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Advara HeartCare Heart Failure Clinics

Clinic based program

Advara HeartCare Heart Failure Clinics offer a broad network of specialised cardiologists and cardiac nurses to help manage heart failure with outpatient support at a participating clinic. This program is currently available in Victoria only.

Program duration: Varies



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