Spotting the Signs of Skin Cancer: As Easy As ABCDE

Posted on 31 May 2016

Skin cancer is a big concern for Australians. Two thirds of people are diagnosed with the disease by the time they are 70, which makes it one of the most common cancers. Thankfully, skin cancer is treatable, as long as it is caught early. How to Spot Skin Cancer It's important to check all parts of your body regularly for signs of skin cancer. Use a mirror or another person to check your back and the back of your head. [Read More]

Hearing Difficulty? 4 Adaptable Strategies For First-Time Users To Feel Comfortable In Hearing Aids

Posted on 10 May 2016

If you're planning to get hearing aids for the first time, then be prepared to feel uncomfortable at first because it takes a while to adapt to your very first pair. This guide is designed to help you with adaptable strategies in your quest to feel comfortable in your first ever hearing aids. Begin Gradually With Lower Volumes Most hearing loss typically occurs over a period of time, so the sound around you will start getting muted before you decide to get hearing aids. [Read More]

4 Reasons To Attend The Well-Baby Clinic

Posted on 10 May 2016

Most medical centres run a well-baby clinic that's open to all new parents. These clinics may operate an appointment system or allow drop-ins, but as a new parent, you may be wondering what's on offer at the well-baby clinic. The clinics are staffed by trained midwifes or paediatric nurses who are on hand to answer any questions you have about your baby's health or parenting in general. Here's an overview of four reasons the clinic can be useful for new parents: [Read More]

Essential Facts You Should Know About Physiotherapy

Posted on 21 April 2016

Physiotherapy serves multiple purposes when it comes to the management of health conditions and promoting general wellbeing. The type of physiotherapy that will be recommended for you will be determined by your health needs. Below are major ways in which you can benefit from physiotherapy. Prevention of Recurrent Injuries Physiotherapy is used to prevent recurrent injuries. People who have incurred injuries before are at a high risk of developing chronic problems resulting from poor rehabilitation after the injury. [Read More]

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Getting my babies health monitored

This is my first baby, and I'm really nervous about knowing whether I'm doing the right thing looking after her. I have a weekly appointment with the child health nurse so that they can weigh her and make sure she is growing and developing at the right rate. I can't believe my mum did this with all 6 of us - it's so stressful! I really want to be a good mum and do the right thing by her. This blog has other tips on how to use the child health clinics to get more confidence in parenting your newborn.

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