Important Update: A New Chapter for Our Cardiac Counselling Clinic Over the past five years, the Cardiac Counselling Clinic at the Australian Centre for Heart Health has provided effective support to more than 600 clients, helping them navigate recovery and improve wellbeing. We are delighted to share that from 1 July 2025, the Clinic will continue its important work with NeuroCentrix, operating as the Cardiac Psychology Clinic. The Clinic will continue to be staffed by a team of psychologists with extensive training and experience in cardiac conditions and recovery. Clients will also have access to expanded services through NeuroCentrix, including psychiatry and novel mental health treatments.These treatments will be informed by the ACHH’s own world-leading research and the latest findings from experts in cardiac-related psychological and behavioural care. Cardiac Psychology will be available Australia-wide via secure telehealth (video) and onsite at their Carlton headquarters. Referrals can be sent directly to: Cardiac Psychology Clinic NeuroCentrix 📞 03 9546 0009 📠 03 9959 8375 📧 hearthealth@neurocentrix.com.au Thank you for your trust and support as we open this next chapter. (fb)

CELEBRATING PROFESSOR ALUN JACKSON'S MEMBER OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA (AM) AWARD We are thrilled to announce that Professor Alun Jackson, Director of the Australian Centre for Heart Health, has been awarded the prestigious Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his outstanding contributions to public health. This honour reflects Professor Jackson’s unwavering dedication to improving the lives of individuals and families through his pioneering work in behavioural health. The Member of the Order of Australia is a significant accolade that recognises individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the nation or humanity in general. Past recipients include leaders in medicine, science, education, and the arts, all of whom have profoundly influenced Australian society. Professor Jackson’s career exemplifies this spirit of service. Internationally recognised, he has developed evidence-based programs addressing critical health and welfare issues, in areas such as cardiovascular disease, HIV/AIDS, behavioural addiction, and chronic disease management. His extensive body of work—18 books and research monographs, over 200 peer-reviewed publications, and contributions to national and international guidelines—continues to shape how we understand and treat complex health challenges. This award celebrates not only Professor Jackson’s remarkable achievements but also his enduring commitment to advancing cardiovascular health and supporting families impacted by heart disease. It is an honour to see his efforts recognised at this national level. In accepting the award, Professor Jackson says, "This achievement would not have been possible without the fabulous teams I have worked with, including at the Problem Gambling Research and Treatment Centre at the University of Melbourne and particularly at the Australian Centre for Heart Health. They have my enduring admiration and gratitude." Please join us in congratulating Professor Jackson on this well-deserved recognition! #PublicHealth #HeartHealth #OrderOfAustralia #AM (fb)