A partnership like no other 

As a not-for-profit private health insurer, Latrobe Health Services is committed to making a real difference to our members and community. We’re targeting better health outcomes for all Australians by delivering over 400,000 free Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks, across Australia, as the Founding Partner of the Shane Warne Legacy. 

This partnership builds on our long-standing efforts in heart health awareness and accessible, preventative health initiatives. Our focus is on inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks are within the reach of all Australians.  

In August 2024, Shane Warne Legacy, Latrobe Health Services and SiSU Health announced their partnership expansion for another two years, as part of Latrobe Health's annual community investment of $5 million. 

How Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks are making a difference

Recent research commissioned by Latrobe Health and IPSOS surveyed over 1,200 Australians aged 18–65, uncovering key insights into health literacy, motivations, and behaviours. Many participants credited their free Shane Warne Legacy Health Check with improving their health and changing their life.

Results of the research show:

  • 26% of health check participants believe the health check potentially saved their life
  • 49% of health check participants believe the health check improved their health
  • 91% of participants would recommend the health check to others
  • After a health check, regional participants are more likely to make healthier choices than metro participants

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What does a health check involve?

The health check stations check your risk factors for cardiovascular disease, using the following measurements;

  • Blood pressure
  • Heart rate
  • Body composition
  • Diabetes risk

Results will be provided immediately following the test, using the SiSU Health app. These can be taken to your GP for follow up, and will remain in the app for your reference. Find out more about health checks, here.

Where it all began 

  • An initial trial of 500 health checks was completed in June 2022 as part of the Gippsland Healthy Hearts Study – this was in partnership with SiSU Health, Wesfarmers Health and Novartis.  
  • The findings of the Gippsland Healthy Hearts Study were published in the Australian Journal of Rural Health. 
  • Throughout the study, pharmacists observing a 38-year-old man in Sale Victoria decided to call an ambulance, this man was taken to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne to undergo lifesaving surgery.  
  • Among the findings of the study – 85.8% of participants had one or more cardiovascular disease risk factors, so we kept going and delivered an additional 2,500 health checks in regional and rural communities through local field day events and shopping centres from 2023 until now.  
  • Joined forces with the Shane Warne Legacy from November 2023 to perform over 160,000 free Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks at major events like the Boxing Day Test and AFL Gather Round, and in Priceline Pharmacies. 

Where can you get your free health check?

The free health checks are open to everyone aged 18 and over. 

Find your nearest health station here 

Recently had a health check?

Let’s check your health cover next by completing an online quote here or by calling our award-winning customer service centre on 1300 362 144 to review your cover.