As April marks IBS Awareness Month, it is important to bring attention to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the impact it has on individuals and the healthcare system. IBS is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder that affects the function of the colon, causing abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. It is estimated that around...
Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer and is caused by the uncontrolled growth of pigment-producing cells in the skin. It is estimated that one in 14 men and one in 24 women in Australia will be diagnosed with melanoma by the age of 85, making it a significant public health concern. With...
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian cancer is a serious disease that affects thousands of women in Australia each year. The month of February has been designated as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and it is a time to educate, advocate and elevate awareness of this disease. One of the most important things we can...
Are you ready to challenge yourself this February? Look no further than FebFast and FebFit! FebFast is the perfect opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young people affected by alcohol and drug addiction, while also benefiting from the personal benefits of giving up alcohol for a month. Whether you choose to...
Q: What is a vasectomy? A: A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that is used to sterilize a man. It is a permanent form of birth control that is intended to prevent pregnancy. During the procedure, a small incision is made in the scrotum and a small section of the vas deferens, the tubes that...
A vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control that is intended to prevent pregnancy by blocking or removing a small section of the vas deferens, the tubes that carry sperm from the testes to the prostate. The procedure is typically done under local anesthesia and takes about 20-30 minutes, but recovery time varies and...
A vasectomy is a highly effective form of birth control, with a failure rate of less than 1% when the procedure is performed correctly and the follow-up instructions are properly followed. This means that fewer than 1 out of every 100 women whose partners have had a vasectomy will become pregnant. However, it’s important...
Vasectomy is a surgical procedure that is performed on men as a form of permanent birth control. Some of the benefits of vasectomy include: It is a highly effective method of contraception. The success rate of vasectomy is over 99%, making it one of the most effective forms of birth control available. It is a...
Geelong Medical & Health Group supports Bowel Cancer Australia’s hair-raising fundraiser encouraging you to get hairy while raising awareness and funds to help beat bowel cancer. Face, head, legs, body – if it’s hair – let it grow or let it go! Decembeard Beards aren’t just for hipsters, grandpas, men that ride motorbikes or people...
Access To Diabetes Care: If Not Now, When? WDD is the world’s largest diabetes awareness campaign reaching a global audience of over 1 billion people in more than 160 countries. The campaign draws attention to issues of paramount importance to the diabetes world and keeps diabetes firmly in the public and political spotlight. Every year,...
As the world gears up to commemorate Parkinson’s Awareness Week starting April 10th, followed by World Parkinson’s Awareness Day...
Endometriosis, a condition affecting millions of women globally, often remains veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Endometriosis Awareness Month seeks to...
It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...