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What We Know About the Development of Myopia in Children

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Short-sightedness is currently the most common global eyesight disorder. It affects both children and adults. Researchers have determined that there are more than 1.45 billion myopic people in the world today and that the number of people who suffer from myopia is increasing.  Here in Australia, myopia is proving to be a growing problem. Research

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Decreasing the Risk of Dementia

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Dementia isn’t one specific disease, but instead a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. Dementia affects thinking, behaviour and the ability to perform everyday tasks.  This can interfere with the person’s social and working life. According to Dementia Australia, dementia is now the second leading cause of death among Australians.

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Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet

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While there’s no one Mediterranean diet, this style of eating plan is typically rich in wholegrains, vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes, olive oil, and fish but relatively low in red meat and dairy products. Sweets and processed foods are occasional treats and wine is consumed in moderation, with a meal. There is now a significant amount

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Gestational Diabetes

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Gestational Diabetes (or GDM, for short) is diabetes which first presents during pregnancy and which usually resolves after a woman gives birth.  However, women with GDM are at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. GDM affects approximately 5% of pregnancies in Australia, although women from certain ethnic backgrounds (particularly those of

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Too Busy To Be Healthy?

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In today’s busy world, it can be difficult to prioritise our health. But whether it’s skimping on sleep, eating too many takeaways or neglecting the gym to stay back at the office a few too many times, putting your health at the bottom of the priority list isn’t a good solution when it comes to saving

Don’t let the cold weather get you down: Beating the winter blues

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If the cold weather and shorter days have you feeling down, you’re not alone.  Many of us feel more positive and energetic in the spring and summer months and less so as winter hits. For some people, though, the winter months can lead to a form of depression known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD.

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Does being cold actually give you a cold?

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Do you remember when your mum would tell you to come inside and put a jumper on, or the cold will be the death of you? Well it’s time to find out if she was telling the truth! Being exposed to cold will cause a cold Colds are caused by viruses, not the weather. The

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Preventing and Managing Burns

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As the temperature drops and we look for ways to keep warm during winter, the risk of accidental burns can increase.  Follow these tips to keep you and your family safe at home this winter. Heaters. Whether gas or electric, always check your heater before you start using it each winter, to ensure that it’s working

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5 Top Tips to Help You Avoid Winter Weight Gain!

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As the weather cools down, along comes the temptation to curl up in front of the TV rather than get outside and to switch from fresh fruit and salads to heavier meals.  But you can stay healthy and avoid winter weight gain with these easy tips. Make a pot of soup. Soups are both easy

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Mechanisms to reduce the symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

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If you dread the week (or weeks) leading up to your period, you are not alone. According to Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, up to 30% of women experience unpleasant physical and emotional symptoms just before menstruating.  For some women the problem is worse than for others and can significantly affect their quality of life.

 

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