Elimination of rheumatic heart disease

Elimination of Rheumatic Heart Disease

The RHD Endgame Strategy is Australia’s Strategy for eliminating RHD in Australia by 2031.

The Endgame Strategy is a product of collaboration between researchers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, communities and people with lived experience. It brings together this experience, knowledge and evidence for the first time, presenting an opportunity for Australia to implement a comprehensive, long-term strategy to end RHD.

The Endgame Strategy has identified a range of strategies that demonstrate potential to put the elimination of RHD in Australia on track for 2031. No single one of these strategies will eliminate RHD. Instead, a comprehensive approach, applying several strategies concurrently, is needed. This will look different across communities and jurisdictions, reflecting the cultural, geographic and political context in which they operate.

The 5 priority areas for Implementation are:

• Community Based Programs
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership
• Healthy Environments
• Early Prevention
• Care and Support

Link to the RHD Endgame Strategy: Technical Report and Snapshot documents