Narara Valley Medical’s health articles provide expert, doctor-reviewed general health guidance on preventative care, chronic disease management, and community health initiatives.

With fresh magazine-style, easy to read posts every month. you can stay informed. Topics include vaccinations, mental health support, and screening services designed to help Central Coast families make evidence-based decisions for their long-term health and wellbeing.

The articles shouldn’t be considered as medical advice, but are for general information only. For personal medical advice, nothing beats a consultation with a good doctor.

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    Benefits of Breastfeeding
    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.
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    Could it be Type 2 Diabetes? Know the Signs and What to Do Next
    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.
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    Men’s Health: Early Signs of Prostate Cancer Australian Men Should Know
    Prostate cancer is Australia’s most commonly diagnosed cancer, but outcomes are often very good when it is found early.
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    Neurofibromatosis in Children: Signs, Diagnosis and Support
    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.
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    It’s Not Just a Bad Period.
    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.
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    Bad Hair Day? Shave, cut, or colour it for the World’s Greatest Shave
    The World’s Greatest Shave encourages Australians to shave, cut or colour their hair to raise funds for blood cancer. You can even donate it to clean oil spills.
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    Don’t Forget Your Lunchbox
    National Lunchbox Week aims to encourage nutritious and balanced eating and foster good relationships with food.
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    We’re Set to Eliminate Cervical Cancer in Australia by 2035
    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.
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    Decembeard and Decembhair?
    Bowel Cancer is the second deadliest cancer. But with early detection, survival rates are as high as over 90 percent.
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    Is Your Workplace Diabetes Friendly?
    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.
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    Finding Your Way to Better Mental Health
    October is mental health month. We’re focused on 1,2,3 steps to better mental wellbeing. 1. Awareness. 2. Acknowledge it’s okay to seek support. 3. Take Action. Read Taylor’s social story.
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    Breathtaking: Understanding Asthma
    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?
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    Loneliness, A Hidden Health Concern
    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.
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    The Conversation that Could Save Lives
    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.
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    Getting to the Bottom of Red Apple Day
    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.
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    Is your Thyroid Secretly Running the Show?
    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.
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    April Falls Month
    Falls of people over 65 can be highly traumatic. About 41,000 people are hospitalised in NSW each year. April Falls Month is set on prevention.
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    Yellow Alert: Understanding Endometriosis in Australia
    March into yellow for endometriosis. One in 7 Australian girls and women are affected by this painful, debilitating disease.

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