In this modern era, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones to laptops, technology has revolutionised the way we work, communicate, and even access healthcare. However, it’s important to recognise that there are both pros and cons to our reliance on technology. Pros of Technology: Access to medical information: Technology […]
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When it comes to the health of children and families, general practitioners, or GPs, are often the first port of call for parents seeking advice and treatment for their child’s health concerns. GPs are well equipped to address a wide range of issues that can affect children, from common ailments such as colds and flu,
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Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, with millions of people relying on it for a daily energy boost. While there has been some controversy about the health benefits of coffee, recent studies have shown that there are indeed some benefits to drinking this delicious drink. It is also just a great
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A fascinating, often forgotten about hormone for men is testosterone. It seems to be a test that is often missed in general health checks. There might be some embarrassment from the male, not wanting to ask, combined with the GP who might not click that this hormone could be playing a role. Whatever the case,
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Key points to note: This health check is fully Medicare funded. All patients between 45-49 years of age, with a risk factor for chronic disease such as heart disease. This can include almost anything including family history, previous smoking risk, high blood pressure, raised cholesterol or sugars, being overweight for example. We invite you to
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Dr Justin Coulson from Happy Families chats with Dr Andrew Leech about helping families find the right help for their mental health challenges. Topics included in this episode: How to get the help you need Finding the right GP Involve the kids Get the kids outside Get back to basics What happens when you can’t
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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference: Anxiety in Children – What is All the Worry About- Presented by Dr Andrew Leech from Andrew Leech on Vimeo.
Welcome Donna Moala, sleep consultant from bub2sleep! Today we meet sleep expert, Donna, who is highly passionate and experienced in dealing with challenging sleep routines and behaviours. The stress caused by a screaming child at night can be like nothing else. Today we talk about types of problems Donna has come across and how it
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Staying in hospital with a child can be a daunting experience. Today we try to break this down into understanding how it affects children, and what might help prepare them for a happier stay. We chat to paediatric nurse, Marie, about a child’s journey through a hospital and what she sees as useful tips for
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