The National Breast Cancer Institute in the US estimates that there are 232,670 new cases of female breast cancer each year. This leads to the death of 40,000 women. Here are five facts about breast … [Read more...]
Beat Your Bedtime Blues: Choosing and Using Today’s Sleep Trackers
When it comes to sleep one thing’s for certain; most people are not getting enough of it. Even if you are getting your recommended 7-9 hours per night, it may not be of the quality you require to feel … [Read more...]
Jean Hailes gynaecologist answers your questions about sex and sexual health
When it comes to talking about your sex life with your GP or gynaecologist, there is no such thing as a silly question. In fact, the more questions you ask and the more your doctor knows about your … [Read more...]
How to talk about safe sex with your new partner
Picture this: you’re dating someone new after your long-term relationship ended. The dates are progressing well, but you’re yet to take it to the next level. You end up back at their place and things … [Read more...]
Natural Nurturing: 5 Drug-Free Steps Toward Better Health
Having good health is something that is important to everyone. Being able to stay active for as long as possible and living a long healthy life something we all aspire to, but sometimes it can be hard … [Read more...]
Embracing Hearing Aids
Has an audiologist recently informed you that you need hearing aids? Trust me it is not the end of the world. In fact, getting hearing aids will actually transform your life for the better. Instead of … [Read more...]
A Constant Quest for a Good Night’s Rest: Are You a Hopeless Insomniac?
Everyone knows a good night’s sleep enables us to work better, think better, play better, and feel better. If you’re having difficulty getting to sleep or frequently wake during the night you probably … [Read more...]
Top Healthcare Careers for Women
In 2017, it is not unreasonable to hope that women can earn as much as men, in any career. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Healthcare, however, is an exception. Most of the highest paid jobs for … [Read more...]
Women’s Health: Taking Care of ‘Down There’
The skin of the vulva is extremely delicate, making it susceptible to a wide range of conditions. Vulval irritation is relatively common in women of all ages, with skin conditions and infections often … [Read more...]
Energy Drinks Could Be Fatal For Those With Long QT Syndrome
At one time or another we are all in need of a quick energy boost to get us through the day, but recent reports about energy drinks suggest that they are definitely not the way to go, especially for … [Read more...]
Choose Diet over Exercise to Lose Weight
There’s no doubt our food and exercise are both imperative to our health and fitness. But do both of them stand at equal importance while we consider reducing our waistline? The answer is no. Though … [Read more...]
Why Sitting Down Too Long is One the Worst Things You Can Do for Your Health
How much do you sit during the day? It doesn’t seem like much, but once we really examine how much of our time is spent sitting, it can be pretty shocking. We sit down to eat breakfast, sit in the car … [Read more...]
Recipes: Turmeric Latte and other Turmeric Drinks
Turmeric is a spice grown in Indian backyards and kitchen gardens. Turmeric is not just another fad - it adds taste to your dishes and provides many health benefits. In the Ancient Indian health … [Read more...]
Treatment for Hiatal Hernia
When an internal part of the body gets misplaced from its’ original position, the condition is called a hernia. This condition usually brings pain and discomfort to the person. In hiatal hernia, a … [Read more...]
How to Support an Addicted Loved One Without Enabling Them
Having a loved one who is involved in substance abuse can be draining, and understandably so because you can’t turn your back on them when they need you most. Whether a spouse, family member, or … [Read more...]
CSIRO research finds that over-thinking and stress stops most from losing weight
According to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), when it comes to diets, most Australians tend to over-think, have too high expectations and are anxious about … [Read more...]
4 Effects of Noise Pollution on People
Noise pollution has a negative effect on a person’s quality of life, and therefore large construction projects are required to submit documentation that details how they plan to reduce this to … [Read more...]
Tips for Navigating the NDIS with Uniting's Head of Uniting Disability, Anita Le Lay
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a new approach to providing support to people with a disability and their families and carers. Each NDIS participant will have their own plan … [Read more...]
5 Fun and Inexpensive Ways to Get Fit in 2017
Less than two weeks into the New Year and we're told that most people have already given up on their New Year's Resolutions. Maybe it's because gym memberships and personal trainers are too expensive … [Read more...]
Scientists at CSIRO launch free online tool to help you lose weight based on your personality type
Behavioural scientists recognise that humans are complex creatures and we all have many different aspects of our personalities. That's why scientists at the CSIRO believe the secret to successful … [Read more...]
New Year’s Resolutions: Are They A Bust?
New Year’s Resolutions – Are They A Bust? Psychologist Dr Samantha Clarke shares her insights As 2016 closes and 2017 begins we reflect on the year that has been and plan our resolutions, goals, … [Read more...]
Staying Well As You Age: Habits to Get Into Now
Being healthy and living well is important at any age. But as we grow older, it can be trickier to respond to certain things in our life as we always have done. We experience more real stress in our … [Read more...]
Love Your Teeth and you can achieve the Perfect Smile
Looking after your teeth isn't just about achieving the perfect smile. Neglecting your oral health can have a real impact on your general health and well-being. In addition to the impact on physical … [Read more...]
Minimise your time in the kitchen these holidays and still eat well with these time-saving tips
We all have 24 hours in the day – no more, no less. With the holiday season approaching, life can get pretty busy, so how do you find the time to take care of your health? And how do you ensure you … [Read more...]
3D printed anti-snoring device could help millions of Australians but don’t expect Medicare to pay for it
Sleep apnoea is caused by excessive snoring, which can lead to high blood pressure, stroke, irregular heartbeats, heart attacks and diabetes. There's a new anti-snoring device available which can stop … [Read more...]
Priceline Pharmacy stocks Smile Makers vibrators to help normalise sexual health & happiness for women
Priceline Pharmacy now stocks the Smile Makers range of vibrators and lubricants for women. Smile Makers is the only brand that cannot be found in adult shops, but instead, is stocked in mainstream … [Read more...]
How To Stay Healthy While Travelling
Dr Samantha Clarke, clinical psychologist & personal trainer, shares her insights A passion of mine is travelling! I love to see many different cultures and landscapes, and it is often whilst … [Read more...]
No Pain, No Gain: Debunking the Biggest and Baddest Bodybuilding Myths of All Time
Even though eating and training right aren’t the only aspects involved in achieving your dream body, there are also a number of rumors and myths that can confuse bodybuilders. Yes, there are a number … [Read more...]
Spectator-Less Sports: The Soccer Mom’s Mini-Guide to Moving More
Soccer moms are awesome for the way they take large chunks of time out of their lives to help their children become more skilled, healthier and happier. Meanwhile, they tend to have very little time … [Read more...]
Respite Care Support: Why It’s a Win-Win for Seniors and Carers Today
Providing extensive care to an elderly is enormously rewarding. However, there are situations when it can prove to be physically draining too. That’s why it’s essential that caregivers should also … [Read more...]
CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet rewards you with a full refund when you complete the program
The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet is the only weight loss program in Australia that rewards you with a full refund of the money you've paid when you successfully complete their 12 week program. The … [Read more...]
Top Tips For A Healthy You
Being healthy is not all about going to the gym or doing heavy workouts. We get it, you don’t want a muscular body, you just want to be healthy. And, gyms really are not the health stations, so you … [Read more...]
The MIND Diet: What to eat to improve your memory and concentration
When it comes to eating to improve your memory, it's all in the mind – that is, a diet called the MIND diet. The MIND diet is a way of eating that highlights and emphasises foods and nutrients that … [Read more...]
How your hormones affect sleep
Up, down or somewhere in between, the levels of your hormones can affect different parts of your health and happiness. We know that hormones govern the menstrual cycle and key points of reproductive … [Read more...]
Controllers, Consoles and Comfort: What You Can Do When Video Games Become a Pain in the Neck
You're young, in good health, and your one vice is the way you give up a few hours of your day, each day, to playing your favorite video game. While it's a harmless activity, things don't always go … [Read more...]
Paleo, DASH and More: Today’s Popular Diet Plans and Programs
When you are trying to work out the best way to get fit and lose some weight through healthy eating, you will soon discover that there are a daunting range of diet options available, which can make it … [Read more...]
The perils of wearing novelty contact lenses on Halloween
While it might be tempting to add impact or the wow factor to your Halloween costume with novelty or decorative contact lenses, there are many dangers to be aware of which could lead to a scarier end … [Read more...]
Women need to take better care of their heart after menopause
When you’re going through menopause, it’s not just your hormones that are changing – your heart health can change as well. You may be surprised to know that heart disease is the number-one cause of … [Read more...]
Fuelling Your Body’s Furnace: Eating to Support Your Metabolism
There is no one magic solution available to send your metabolism into overdrive, but there are definitely a number of good ways to fuel your body’s furnace. If you take how you fuel your body … [Read more...]
The Signs and Symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a hormonal disorder. It is also known by its abbreviated name PCOS and sometimes as polycystic ovarian syndrome. PCOS is quite common, affecting between 12-18% of women of … [Read more...]
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