Most of us have had at least one or two ear infections in our lives. They can be painful, affect our hearing and drive us nuts! Here are a few key things to know about what ear infections are and how to help them. The ear is divided into two sections. The outer ear is…
Home Medicines Review by Dr Maria Nicolaou
A Home Medicines Review is a free service that can be organised by your GP. The purpose of the review is to improve your understanding of the medicines you are using, including over the counter medications, herbs and vitamins. During the visit, a pharmacist will attend your home and address any questions and concerns you…
Alcohol : How Much is Too Much? by Dr Orla Barry
As we emerge on the other side of holidays, maybe a little bleary eyed or with belts loosened I’m sure many of us are turning our minds to New Year’s resolutions. For some that may mean more exercise or less food but for others it will mean trying to cut back on drinking. The Australian…
Tips for staying Healthy over the “Silly Season” by Dr Rebecca Levy
‘Tis the season to be jolly – yes, but hopefully not too silly! The Christmas season is a time when a lot of people’s good habits slide, or when we become more aware of our not-so-good habits. Five tips to help keep you healthy over the season: 1. Be realistic about what you can achieve…
Osteoporosis by Dr Rebecca Levy
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is an aphorism that does not apply to our bones! Osteoporosis is a condition caused by an imbalance between natural mechanisms breaking down bone and rebuilding them. As a result, the bones become weaker and less dense. By the time a person suffers a break/fracture, this process has…
Contraception – how to choose the right one for you by Dr Kuan Chen
Perhaps you’ve been on the pill for years, or just starting to think about contraception for the first time. For a lot of us it can be worthwhile talking to your doctor to see if what you’re taking is still the best option for you. We can talk about what options are available and how…
To be Grateful or Ungrateful by Flora White – Psychologist
In today’s fast paced world there are many things that we have to get our heads around in order to show up and take care of ourselves. The impacts on one’s mental health can be felt and seen with multiple roles and hats that we wear. At times we can feel overwhelmed and exhausted by…
Metabolic Syndrome by Eleni Georgiou (Dietitian)
More than 35 per cent of Australians have metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions. Experienced together, they increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and other serious health issues. Not everyone is familiar with metabolic syndrome. However, they are definitely familiar with those three chronic disease states that metabolic syndrome can…
Sitting too much bad for your health by Jarrod Black (Exercise Physiologist)
The humble chair has been around for centuries. Early Egyptian and Chinese cultures used it as a symbol of great authority, with only Kings, dignitaries or the very wealthy able to afford one. Not until the 1880’s did chairs become common in American households. Even then they were only used for sitting down to eat…