Australians are becoming increasingly informed about cosmetic treatments, carefully researching practitioners and comparing clinics before booking appointments. However, according to cosmetic industry leader Dr Vivek Eranki, there is one important question many patients overlook: How has the product been handled before it reaches the clinic? Dr Eranki, founder and CEO of Yooli™, says consumers should […]
Back pain is so common among older Australians that many simply accept it as another part of getting older. However, new research suggests it may be having a far greater impact than most people realise, affecting not only mobility but also mental health, sleep and independence. Released during National Spinal Health Month, the latest Australian […]
Have you heard of fatty liver disease, and do you know its connection to diabetes? Many people living in Western Sydney particularly within multicultural communities — are at increased risk of both conditions. To help raise awareness, Healthy Living Toongabbie (HLT) is hosting a free community health forum on Thursday, June 18, featuring local health […]
A major Australian study has found that a tailored online program is helping older Australians significantly reduce risky alcohol consumption, offering hope for better long-term health outcomes and potentially lowering dementia risk. Researchers from the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) at UNSW Sydney and the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance […]
After almost 50 years in medicine, respected Castle Hill GP Dr Robert Elliott is retiring, bringing to a close an extraordinary career dedicated to caring for generations of local families across the Hills District. Dr Elliott’s journey into medicine was anything but traditional. Leaving school at just 15 years of age, his first job was […]
An influenza vaccine previously available only to Australians aged 65 and over has now been approved for adults aged 50 and above, providing an additional option for people at greater risk of serious illness from the flu. Fluad, an adjuvanted influenza vaccine, has been funded under the National Immunisation Program since 2018 for Australians aged […]
Respiratory syncytial virus, more commonly known as RSV, is a widespread virus that affects the respiratory system and can lead to serious illness, particularly among older Australians and vulnerable groups. RSV is a common virus that usually causes mild cold-like symptoms, however in some people it can develop into more severe respiratory conditions such as […]
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