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Deadly Heart Trek Central Australia - launch in Alice Springs
A group of highly experienced multi-disciplinary doctors, paediatric cardiologists, health workers, Aboriginal leaders and the local community have gathered in Alice Springs to launch the third major leg of the ‘Deadly Heart Trek’ through Central Australia.Two dedicated teams of 8 will visit 22 communities with the aim of educating, treating and diagnosing local Aboriginal communities affected by rheumatic heart disease (RHD).On the Central Australia Trek, the teams will undertake a range of activities, including:• Undertaking heart checks for children…