Heart Care Programme

Heart Failure is a complex disease where the heart muscle isn't pumping blood as well as it should.

Cause

Although the exact cause may not always be clear, genetic predisposition, age or certain infections can be contributing factors and heart failure can be compounded by diet, lifestyle and medication non-compliance.

Symptoms

When the heart isn’t pumping blood as efficiently as it should, blood often backs up and fluid can build up in the lungs resulting in symptoms that include shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling of the legs, feet and ankles restricting normal activity. 

Treatment

While heart failure is not considered curable, it is managed with the right combination of medications, lifestyle changes, and ongoing monitoring. Early intervention and consistent treatment can slow the progression of the disease, reduce hospitalisations, prevent complications and improve quality of life. 

Care-Connect's Heart Care Programme

• helps you identify your normal symptom range
• supports you to regularly monitor your weight, blood pressure and symptoms on the Luscii App
• tailors an appropriate personalised treatment plan
• offers reassurance and answers to any queries
• provides clinical guidance if any changes to your normal pattern are noted on our monitoring system
• escalates treatment as per medical protocols
• connects you to the appropriate care as needed

Eligibility

In order to participate in the Heart Care Programme you must be: 

1. An Irish Life Health Member
2. or a pre-approved Vhi member
3. Over 18 years of age
4. Have a diagnosis of Heart Failure
5. Have access to a smartphone or tablet with iOS 17 or later