Over 1 in 10 need cardiac follow-up

About 13% of the 110,000+ people we have assessed in HeartBeat cardiac screening sessions have needed follow-up cardiac tests, since we began the programme.

Every laya healthcare member over the age of 12 is entitled to a HeartBeat screening once every two years at a Laya Health and Wellbeing Clinic or another convenient location. This includes an ECG and review by a cardiologist.

Protect your heart health and safeguard your future. Make sure you attend for your HeartBeat screening.

Please note this cardiac screening service is not suitable for people with a known cardiac condition or currently under cardiology care.

You can now book your screening online through your Member Area account or on the Laya App.

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Cardiac health

Prevention and hospital care

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Ireland and it can strike at any age.

With laya healthcare, you have access to Centre of Excellence cardiac units and 100+ public, private and high-tech hospitals around Ireland, along with over 98% of Consultants.

80% of premature heart disease and stroke is preventable*. We also ensure you have access to sophisticated cardiac screening. This gives you a clear picture of your heart health over time and minimises your risk of developing heart disease.

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Your guide to cardiac benefits

"In my mind, I was way too young for that to happen"

Watch Damian's story to learn how a routine laya healthcare screening revealed a life-threatening heart condition.

The key stages of the cardiac journey

Whatever stage of your cardiac journey you are at – whether it’s initial screening or you’ve just been diagnosed, laya healthcare will look after you, always.

Screening, tests and prevention

At laya healthcare we’re always a beat ahead so our members can be too. We invest in more comprehensive cardiac screening benefits than any other health insurer in Ireland, because heart disease is preventable.

HeartBeat Cardiac Screening

Monitor your heart health with our thorough cardiac screening service, which is available to every laya healthcare member over the age of 12 every two years. It includes a physical exam, ECG and Consultant review. Regular health checks and screenings are more important than ever and now you can book an appointment online through your Member Area or on the Laya app.

Frequently Asked Questions - HeartBeat Cardiac Screening

Cardiac tests

Our members get access to diagnostic tests in public and private hospitals, as well as specialist cardiac units across Ireland.

Please note approximately 6% of participants may be recommended to attend for further follow up cardiac investigations, based on the results of their screening. These are not covered as part of the screening but may be claimable under your everyday medical expenses benefit, depending on your scheme. Please check your Member Area for more details.

Healthcoach

We empower you to take control of your health, with a one-to-one health check with a qualified Healthcoach. They’ll give you a personalised fitness, nutrition and wellbeing programme. (For members aged over 18.)

Executive Health Checks

Your laya healthcare scheme may partly cover the cost of an Executive Health Check in a private hospital once every two years.

Check your cover in your Member Area.

Heart illness treatment and support

When it comes to cardiac cover, with laya healthcare you’re in control. Choose the level of cover that’s right for you when it comes to cardiac care in public and private hospitals. Some schemes include the option of private or semi-private accommodation and your choice of specialist cardiac Consultant.

As a laya healthcare member, your scheme can also include:

Rapid access to diagnostics
Cover for a range of treatment options, including surgery in public or private hospitals across Ireland
Access to alternative treatments such as acupuncture, dietetics and osteopathy.

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Recovery

Being diagnosed with a heart problem is frightening and can be life-changing. Heart disease has no cure, but we’ll give you supports and services to help you live with the condition and improve your heart health. These include:

Money back on GP visits and physio appointments
24/7 access to doctors and nurses with GPline and Nurseline
24/7 Mental Wellbeing Support from qualified counsellors
Daytime phone access to physiotherapists with Physioline or book an online appoinment with a Chartered Physiotherapist through Member Area.
Access to a qualified Dietician online, to improve your diet. You can book this and a wide variety of services through your Member Area.
A personalised fitness, nutrition and wellbeing programme by your dedicated Healthcoach (over 18s)
Our 24/7 Mental Wellbeing Support Programme if you need help managing stress and anxiety

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Member Stories

“Laya’s heart screening saved my life”

– Sinead Hamill, marathon runner and mum of two, credits laya healthcare’s heart screening with saving her life. Her HeartBeat cardiac screening in 2012 revealed a serious underlying heart condition that required urgent treatment and care in the specialist cardiac units at Blackrock Hospital and the Mater Private hospital.

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*(source: Irish Heart Foundation)

Please note this cardiac screening service is suitable only for people that do not have a known cardiac condition or currently under cardiology care.