Fewer than four in ten babies are exclusively breastfed for the recommended first six months. Breastfeeding provides remarkable health benefits for babies and mothers alike. Here’s what the evidence says, where to find support on the Central Coast.
Samu has been blaming work for feeling tired lately. He’s always thirsty, gets up several times a night to go to the toilet. And a small cut on his leg just won’t heal.
Prostate cancer is Australia’s most commonly diagnosed cancer, but outcomes are often very good when it is found early.
Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic condition that causes changes in nerve growth, leading to skin spots and usually benign tumours. Early Signs, Diagnosis and Support.
Adenomyosis is a common condition causing heavy, painful periods, fatigue and fertility issues. Learn the symptoms, how it’s diagnosed in Australia, and what treatment options are available.
Reports show that about 70% of cervical cancers are diagnosed in people who have never been screened or are not up to date with screening.
Bowel Cancer is the second deadliest cancer. But with early detection, survival rates are as high as over 90 percent.
World Diabetes Day on 14 November focuses on Workplaces because 7 out of 10 people with diabetes are of working age. Is your workplace diabetes friendly? Here’s what you can do.
It’s National Asthma Week. Do you have an up-to-date asthma management plan with your doctor? Know how to do Asthma First Aid?
Loneliness is a major public health issue — equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. It affects older people, younger people, and 4 times as many with mental health issues. Here’s what to do.
Donate Life Week encourages organ and tissue donation. It also asks you to have the conversation with your family letting them know your wishes. Like Carl did.
Bowel cancer was once considered an ‘older person’s disease. Not anymore. Australia now holds the world’s highest rate of bowel cancer in people under 50.
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland that sits at the front of your neck, just below your voice box. For a little gland, it has an enormous influence on your body.
Thanks to a favourable exchange rate, more Aussies are off to Japan than ever. Narara Valley Medical are travel medicine experts. Here’s what to know, do, and take.
On the International Day of Persons with Disability, let’s recognise that people with disabilities deserve respect and kindness—not as inspirations, but as equals in our shared humanity.
October is mental health month. One in five Australians are affected by mental health challenges at any one time. Help is available.
Hello, I’m Westley, I’m 27 and live in Erina. I’m just an everyday fun-loving guy. I love music, movies, and footy. I also have cerebral palsy. Sometimes people don’t understand me, which is frustrating. I work part-time with some great people. I do all the same things as you, but everything is harder for me….
A stroke is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted. Early treatment is vital. Think FAST and save a life. Face, arms, speech, time.
This month is World Blood Donor Day and national Blood Donation Week. Each donation can save three lives. Be part of lifeblood.
February is ovarian cancer awareness month. Known as the ‘silent killer’, it’s the deadliest of all the gynaecological cancers.
World Braille Day on 4 January 2024 is to show how to use braille and why accessibility is important for everyone.