Healthier Heart at GMHBA

Whether you're recovering from a heart event or taking steps to reduce your risk, our heart health programs are here to support you.  

Find the right heart health support for you

At GMHBA, we're committed to supporting members in improving and maintaining their heart health. In partnership with Cardihab, we offer two digital heart health programs designed to support members at different stages of their health journey.

Whether you're recovering from a recent cardiac event or looking to better understand and manage your risk factors for heart disease, our programs provide personalised support, clinical guidance and practical tools you can access from home.

Our programs at a glance

Program Duration Best suited for
Healthier Heart at GMHBA 6 weeks Members recovering from a recent cardiac event
Heart Health Prevention Program 6 months Members with risk factors for heart disease looking to improve their long-term heart health

Program Overview

Healthier Heart at GMHBA

A 6-week program to support your recovery after a cardiac event. 

Support after a cardiac event to help you rebuild your strength, improve your heart health and recover with confidence. 

Is this program right for me?

You may benefit from this program if you:

  • Have recently experienced a cardiac event
  • Have been discharged from hospital
  • Want structured support during your recovery

What's included?

  • Personalised rehabilitation plan
  • Support from GMHBA cardiac nurses
  • Exercise, nutrition and lifestyle guidance
  • Medication, wellbeing and stress management support

Eligibility~

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Hold an active Silver Tier Hospital policy (or higher)
  • Have served all relevant waiting periods
  • Have had a cardiac-related hospital admission within the last 6 months
Heart Health Prevention Program

A 6-month prevention program

Support to help you understand and manage your risk factors for heart disease and build healthier habits for the future.

Is this program right for me?

You may benefit from this program if you:

  • Have risk factors associated with heart disease
  • Want to better understand your heart health
  • Are looking for support to make sustainable lifestyle changes

What's included?

  • Personalised 6-month digital program
  • Monthly support from a GMHBA cardiac nurse
  • Education, tracking and goal-setting tools
  • Ongoing progress monitoring and guidance

Eligibility~

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Hold an active Silver Tier Hospital policy (or higher)
  • Have served all relevant waiting periods
  • Have risk factors associated with heart disease (no hospital admission required)

 

~Eligibility criteria, program availability and inclusions are subject to change. Participation is subject to clinical suitability and referral requirements. Waiting periods and policy rules apply.

Simple, supported and designed around you

  1. Check your eligibility
  2. Complete the contact form below
  3. A Healthier Heart nurse will call to determine the most suitable program for you
  4. Access your program from home with ongoing support

Your care works alongside your GP and healthcare team to support your individual needs.

Contact Form

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FAQs About the programs

Eligible members can access these programs as part of their hospital cover, subject to eligibility criteria, waiting periods and program availability.
No. You don't need a referral to join the program. Members can self-refer by completing the contact form, or they can be referred by their GP or another healthcare professional. A GMHBA Healthier Heart nurse will assess their eligibility and suitability for the program.
No — both programs are designed to support your care and work alongside your GP and healthcare team.
Yes — both programs are delivered digitally, allowing you to access support from home using a compatible mobile device, tablet or computer with internet access.
You’ll need internet access to participate in the program. While it works best on a smartphone or tablet, you may also be able to access it using a desktop computer, depending on your setup.
The digital platform used for these programs follows recognised security standards to help protect your personal and health information.

FAQs Cardiac rehabilitation program

Yes — this program is designed for members who have recently experienced a cardiac-related hospital admission.
The program runs for 6 weeks.
To be eligible, you’ll need to meet certain criteria, including having had a recent cardiac-related hospital admission. Your healthcare provider can refer you, or you can contact GMHBA via our contact form or email healthierheart@gmhba.com.au to check your eligibility and discuss the next steps.
Once eligible members finish the 6-week program, they can continue to access the app for a period of time to support their ongoing progress.

FAQs Heart health prevention program

No — this program is designed for members with risk factors for heart disease and does not require a hospital admission.
The program runs for 6 months.
If you have risk factors linked to heart disease, you may be eligible for the prevention program, provided you meet the relevant policy and waiting period requirements. Speak with your GP or contact GMHBA via our contact form or by emailing healthierheart@gmhba.com.au to confirm your eligibility and discuss whether the program is right for you.

Provider Information

If you have a patient who meets the program’s eligibility criteria, please complete the Healthier Heart at GMHBA referral form and return it via secure file transfer.