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Heart health check
Heart disease risk rises after menopause.
Education only. This page gives general information. It does not replace advice from your doctor. If you are worried about a symptom, see your general practitioner or call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. In an emergency, call 000.
Why it matters
Heart disease is a leading cause of death for Australian women. Risk rises after menopause, and symptoms in women can be less obvious than chest pain.
What a check includes
- Blood pressure
- Cholesterol and blood sugar
- Weight, smoking, activity and family history
- Your overall risk, and a plan to lower it
Get help straight away
Call 000 for chest pain, pressure or discomfort, or pain in the arm, jaw, neck or back, with breathlessness, nausea or sweating.
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