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Explore essential resources for health professionals dedicated to cardiovascular health. Access the latest guidelines, research, and tools to enhance your expertise in preventing and managing heart conditions.

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Clinical information for diagnosis and management of hypertension.

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'The Guide to Management of Hypertension in Adults 2016' has been endorsed by Kidney Health Australia, National Stroke Foundation and the High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) have recommended the Guideline for approval as an Accepted Clinical Resource.

Guide to management of hypertension in adults 2016 (PDF)

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The MJA Article - Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Mangement of Hypertension - 2016 was developed by the Heart Foundation to guide health professionals in the management of hypertension. It was published in the Medical Journal of Australia.

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Practice tools for managing hypertension

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Take the heart age test to check your heart health. Use our heart health check calculator to understand your risk of heart disease and heart attacks.

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Join us in our upcoming webinar - Obesity and CVD: Launching the Heart Foundation’s clinical consensus statement 18 June 2026, 7:00-8:30 pm AEST.

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Hypertension clinical information and guidelines

Clinical information for diagnosis and management of hypertension.

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Information for your patients

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