Media Alert
25 August 2008
MPs can help close the gap by making real
improvements in Indigenous heart health
What: State MPs will hear about practical measures to improve Indigenous heart health
at the Heart Foundation’s Parliamentary Breakfast Forum
When: Wednesday, 27 August 7.15 – 8.15am
Where: Premiers’ Hall, Parliamentary Annexe
The Heart Foundation believes that by making real improvements in Indigenous heart
health, Queensland can go a long way to closing the gap in life expectancy between
Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
The Heart Foundation, along with the State Government and Opposition, has signed up
to support the national Close the Gap campaign.
Our State MPs will hear about practical measures to improve Indigenous heart health at
the Heart Foundation’s Parliamentary Breakfast Forum on Wednesday, 27 August 7.15
– 8.15am in the Premiers’ Hall, Parliamentary Annexe.
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The Heart Foundation saves lives and improves health through funding world-class cardiovascular
research, guidelines for health professionals, informing the public and assisting people with cardiovascular
disease. As a charity, the Heart Foundation relies on donations and gifts in wills to continue its lifesaving
or call 1300 36 27 87.
For further information or interviews, please contact: Jill Sims - Media and
Communications Manager Tel: 3872 2541 Mob: 0421 911 116
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