HOW CAN I GET A FREE HEART HEALTH CHECK?
Eligible HCF members* can access a free heart health check thanks to our partnership with the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.
At selected locations and on selected dates, you can get:
- a blood pressure, total cholesterol and blood sugar reading
- healthy heart advice from a Heart Health Check Specialist
- a heart health snapshot with follow-up recommendations in under 10 minutes.
AM I ELIGIBLE FOR A HEART HEALTH CHECK?
You must be 18 years or over and have HCF hospital cover. Excludes Overseas Visitors Health Cover.
WHY SHOULD I GET A HEART HEALTH CHECK?
Around 54,000 Australians suffer a heart attack every year; that’s one every 10 minutes^. But heart disease can be prevented by understanding your risk factors and knowing the current state of your heart health.
By getting a Heart Health Check, you can get an insight into your blood pressure, total cholesterol and blood sugar levels. A Heart Health Check Specialist can advise you of any risks and whether you should consider making lifestyle changes.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
A Heart Health Check Specialist takes a small blood sample via a finger prick and provides your results on the spot. The whole process takes less than 10 minutes. You can also get advice on healthy heart habits to help you be your healthiest self.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Heart Health Checks are free for eligible HCF members*.
WHERE CAN I GET MY HEART HEALTH CHECK?
Heart Health Checks are available to eligible HCF members* at certain locations on certain dates throughout the year. To book online, view available appointments below, then click on your preferred location and date.
| NEW SOUTH WALES | AVAILABLE DATES |
|---|---|
Orange City Centre |
Monday 25 November |
| VICTORIA | AVAILABLE DATES |
|---|---|
Sunbury Square |
Friday 15 November |
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important information
* Must have hospital cover and be aged 18 or over. Excludes Overseas Visitors Health Cover.
^ Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute. No Second Chances: Controlling Risk in Cardiovascular Disease. Melbourne: Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute; 2019.
+ Eligibility criteria applies. For more information see hcf.com.au/coach