Consumer engagement is an important part of the research process and is critical to ensure that the AUS HEARTS project meets the needs of the communities it hopes to serve. We want to hear from...
AUS HEARTS News
Standardised Treatment Protocols to simplify hypertension care in Australia
In September, we got an early look at the draft 2027 Australian Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Elevated Blood Pressure and Hypertension in Adults. The Guideline represents a...
AUS HEARTS at the Western NSW Health Research Network Research Symposium
Some of the AUS HEARTS team was fortunate enough to be presenting at the Western NSW Health Research Network (WHRN) symposium 3 weeks ago, held in Orange, NSW. The conference brought together...
Have your say: Public consultation on new guideline for hypertension
The new Australian elevated blood pressure and hypertension guidelines are out for public consultation. The current guidelines have not been updated since 2016. The new guidelines will be an...
World Heart Day and AUS HEARTS
This World Heart Day (29th of September), the world recognises hypertension as a key driver of cardiovascular disease with the theme “Don’t skip a Beat”. Despite being highly prevalent, hypertension...
Introducing our new Higher Degree research students
The AUS HEARTS team just keeps getting bigger and better. Earlier this year we opened applications for HDR scholarships with AUS HEARTS, to support aspiring researchers in the Western NSW region....
We want to understand how your practice delivers hypertension care to your patients.
The AUS HEARTS team is starting Phase 1 of our 5-year project to adapt, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of WHO HEARTS to improve the early detection and effective management of hypertension...
Introducing our rural AUS HEARTS team members
Our AUS HEARTS team is getting bigger! We are pleased to introduce some of our team members in rural NSW. Based at various locations in the...
World Hypertension Day
It's World Hypertension Day today and the 2026 theme of "Controlling Hypertension Together: check your blood pressure regularly, defeat the silent killer” is at the core of AUS...
Phase One of AUS HEARTS officially kicks off with consultations in the Far West
The month of March marked a key milestone for AUS HEARTS, with our phase one health service consultation activities officially kicking off in Far West NSW. AUS HEARTS team members Niamh, Alison, and...