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Heart Disease & Stroke

Heart attack: Knowing the warning signs

Every year thousands of Australians suffer from heart attack. A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is blocked.

What is deep vein thrombosis (DVT) ?

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in the deep veins of the body. Deep vein thrombosis commonly occurs in the deep veins of the leg or thigh.

Blood pressure

Blood pressure is the measurement of the force of the blood against the arterial walls as the heart pumps blood through the body.

What is Stroke?

A stroke or cerebrovascular accident occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted.

Stroke can happen suddenly, any signs of stroke should be investigated.

Common effects and complications of stroke

Stroke effects can be mild to severe. Some people’s condition improves over time with rehabilitation. Others will suffer more permanent disability from stroke.

Stroke treatment and prevention

There is no treatment that reverses the damage done to the brain from stroke. 

Going home after stroke

Caring for a family member after stroke can be possible with the help of home care services.

What home care aids can help with stroke?

There are many home care aids that can help a person after a stroke.

What is heart failure?

Heart failure also known as congestive cardiac failure or CHF is a serious heart condition.

Heart failure treatment

Chronic heart failure although life-threatening can be managed. Treatment of heart failure will depend on the cause of the heart failure, severity of the symptoms and stage of the condition.

Disclaimer: This site is for information purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem, nor as a substitute for professional advice with a qualified health professional or doctor.

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