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Breast cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer in Australia. Women of all ages should know the steps to detect breast cancer. Early diagnosis means more treatment options and better chances of survival. What is breast cancer? Breasts are made up of ducts and lobules that are surrounded by connective and fatty tissue. The lobules … Read more
Plant-based diets have become a phenomenon around the world for their increasing health benefits. However, not all plant-based diets are ‘healthy’, and some of these veggie-based foods might be doing you more harm than good. In this article, we will discuss all you need to know about eating healthy and maintaining a nutritional plant-based diet. … Read more
The Department of Health, as well as Local Public Health Units, are currently working to monitor cases and their contacts to stop the further spread of MonkeyPox within the community. What is Monkeypox? Monkeypox (MPX) belongs to a group of viruses known as orthopoxviruses. It is the same group that includes smallpox. Happily, it does … Read more
A potential link has been found in a new study at The University of Sydney that could benefit our immune system as well as our gut health. A study from the University of Sydney has found that a high-protein diet can change the gut microbiota, which triggers an immune response. Researchers say the study takes … Read more
It is estimated that around more than 1.8 million Australians have diabetes and more than 120,000 have developed this disease over the past year. Read more about the signs, symptoms and risk factors. Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, is a disease that affects the way your body processes sugar (glucose). Glucose is the body’s primary source … Read more
It seems counterintuitive but Autumn and Winter are the best times of the year to do skin health checks. We’ve compiled a few reasons why you should book your appointment now. Why do I need a skin check? In summer the sun damages your skin. This damage can make it difficult to spot small changes … Read more
This month is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis affects 1 in 9 women and is a painful and chronic condition that can lead to debilitating symptoms and infertility. This month provides us with an opportunity to shine a light on the condition and help to improve outcomes for women suffering in silence. What is endometriosis? Often … Read more
It’s the current buzzword in dieting. Does it work? Can it also improve your overall health and general well-being? The pandemic has definitely taken its toll on all of us, mentally and physically. With lockdowns finally at an end, you have probably found yourself not where you were two years ago- health or fitness-wise. Intermittent … Read more
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11: information for parents and guardians Latest information is available through Australian Government Websites.
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