Heart Health

Risk Assessments

Good heart health is vital at any age. Exercise, weight and nutrition are all factors which can be managed to support good ongoing heart health.

We have free cardiac assessments available, based on age and cultural background.

You'll receive an invitation for your health check at the appropriate time for you. This test will determine your risk of cardiac event or stroke within the next 5 years.

How can you improve your heart health?

Healthy living is all about choices, there's heaps you can do to keep your heart healthy - whatever your age.

INFORMATION FROM THE HEART FOUNDATION

We run an exercise programme
in partnership with the Amberley Fitness Centre:

Move-it! Exercise Group

A friendly and non-intimidating exercise group for people with

long term health conditions. Speak with Katie or find out more today.

More Information

Meet the practitioner

Katie Croft

Practice Nurse

I am a country girl, having lived in the Hurunui most of my life. I live with my two daughters and husband and as well as my role as Practice Nurse, I am also actively involved in life on our farm.

I have worked at Amberley Medical Centre for almost two decades and have a particular interest in Heart Health, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Diabetes Care. I offer nurse led clinics with a focus on diabetes and heart health.