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A new study analysing data from the landmark ASPREE trial has found that prolonged daily aspirin use increases the risk of anaemia by 20 per cent in people mostly aged 70 and over. The results have prompted researchers to suggest that regular monitoring for anaemia be considered for older adults who take low-dose aspirin, … Continued
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Affecting up to half a million Australians, heart failure is a leading cause of death in Australia.4 Two in three (66%) Australians at risk of developing heart failure, living unaware.1 Eight in ten (82%) Australians aged 65 or over did not recognise age as a risk factor.1 Each day, eight Australians lose their lives to … Continued
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Media Alert June 19 – 25 is Heart Failure Awareness Week You’ve only got one heart. Don’t fail it. Did you know . . . Over 500,000 Australians are living with heart failure, with many more potentially undiagnosed. The chronic condition claims the lives of 61,000 every year, and … Continued
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Have you signed up for the Perth Memory Walk & Jog? We are in this together, so if you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time to register. Sign up online at memorywalk.com.au or at the event on the day. Dementia Australia CEO Maree McCabe AM is encouraging as many local Perth residents as possible … Continued
