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Did you know that August is all about the Tradie? These heroes push their bodies to extremes. They do this in order to squeeze into small spaces, bend around corners and stretch to impossible heights. All this in an attempt to deliver the product or service that we have hired them for. Plumbers, Electricians, Cabinetmakers.

This year’s Diabetes Awareness Week is happening between the 9th and 16th July and we wanted to encourage you to come along and see a Doctor if you are concerned about Diabetes. Below you will find some of the facts: Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes is an auto-immune condition in which the immune system

It is extremely common for young children to get an occasional cough, or a cold, even an annual ear infection. We have put together this text on the most common childhood ailments and some tips on how to treat them. If you are in doubt however you should visit your doctor. Coughs A cough is

As Flu season approaches, some things everyone should know! The flu is a highly contagious viral infection. It may cause severe illness and life-threatening complications for some. These complications can include pneumonia. It is spread by contact with fluids from coughs and sneezes. It is estimated that flu contributes to over 3,000 deaths in Australia

Awareness of coeliac disease and the gluten-free diet is growing. There is however still a low level of awareness of the symptoms and the differing effect before diagnosis. We believe people may also be potentially linking their symptoms to other conditions. They may even be treating them with less importance than they deserve. Creating a

No More Kids, thanks! You have reached the point in your life where you both agree ‘no more children!’ So now you are wondering about the choices available to you… For women there are a multitude of non-permanent methods available. With each option is the possibility of pregnancy and of course side effects. The majority

  Keeping on track with your health begins with you. Developing good health habits early means you are more likely to enjoy a longer, healthier, happier life. Getting recommended health checks at a relevant time means you can work with your healthcare team. This will improve your chances of preventing health problems throughout your life.

Approximately, two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they are 70. More than 750,000 people are treated for one or more non-melanoma skin cancers in Australia each year. Non-melanoma skin cancer is more common in men, with almost double the incidence compared to women. It is important to ensure

Back to School. Health Matters! You’ve got all the accessories required and the new uniform, in fact, you are all set to go! What have you done to look after your child’s health as they head off to school, maybe for the first time? We have put together a bit of a checklist which should