The Her Heart Report Card brings together data on inequities between groups of women, showing where gaps exist and where action is most urgently needed. This resource supports clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and health advocates in planning services, shaping investment, and strengthening prevention for women across Australia.
The first National Report Card on the status of cardiovascular disease in women presented:
- Key statistics and metrics on the incidence, prevalence, and management of cardiovascular disease in Australian women.
- The prevalence of risk factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes, and rates of access to screening and treatment services for women.
- Significant disparities in access to care and poor outcomes among different groups of women, especially for First Nations women.
Updated in 2025, the new Report Card presents:
- Focus on inequities – shifts the narrative to show that not all women face the same risks, with the greatest burden on disadvantaged, rural, and First Nations women.
- Burden beyond individuals – demonstrates how cardiovascular disease affects not only women but also families, carers, and the broader health system.
- Call for action – emphasises the need for targeted investment and tailored interventions to reduce preventable deaths and close the outcome gap.
Thank you to the Heart Foundation and Sisterhood Foundation for supporting the creation of the Her Heart Report Card.
You can download the 2025 Report Card here, and view it below.
You can also view and download the 2023 Report card here: