The Australian guideline for the prevention, diagnosis and management of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease

ARF RHD guideline

The Guideline was written by Australian clinical and public health experts, researchers, and policymakers, and developed in collaboration with key stakeholders and an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander advisory group. It provides standards, recommendations, and guidance for providing clinically sound and culturally safe care to people living with acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease. (The 2025 edition replaces the 2020 edition)

For further information about the Guideline and other resources, visit the RHD Guidelines website.

 

Title
The Australian guideline for the prevention, diagnosis and management of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease
Resource Type
Guideline, Protocol or Manual
Date of release
2025
Authors

Menzies School of Health Research (ARF RHD Guideline Writing Group)

Audience
Health Workforce
Research Area
Rheumatic Heart Disease (click to see resources in this area)
Keywords
Acute rheumatic fever, rheumatic heart disease, heart
Link
https://rhdaustralia.org.au/arf-rhd-guidelines/
Email us
rhdguidelines@menzies.edu.au