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The 29th of September is World Heart Day and its got Australian doctors worried.

Recently published research reveals alarming statistics regarding heart health in Australia.

Covid-19 lockdowns have impacted the lifestyle of almost every Australian. An extra hour or two on the couch, less exercise and longer hours working has become the norm.

But effect of these changes on cholesterol levels has doctors and health professions around the country are concerned.

Produced By: Jarred Cross

Featured In Story: General Practitioner Dr. Asmaa Gundru

First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 29 September 2021