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8 Tips To Reduce GORD Symptoms

September 14 2017

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) occurs when stomach acid leaks from the stomach and moves up into the oesophagus (food pipe). This is also known as ‘reflux’. Acid refluxing into the oesophagus is a normal bodily function, but it becomes GORD when it leads to physical complications or symptoms which impact on a person’s well-being or...


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Tips To Kick Bad Eating Habits

September 13 2017

There are instances when we feel guilty of skipping breakfast, munching junk foods as part of our daily diet, or ordering a bad takeout. If only we can change that and start eating right. The truth is we can fix our eating habits and completely remove those old bad habits into the curb. Here are...


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Nutrition Tips To Heal Wounds Fast

September 12 2017

It is very inconvenient and sometimes irritating to have a wound, scratch or even a minor scrape. You worry about cleaning and keeping it away from infection and constantly ask yourself when will your wound heal? Did you know that food choices and nutritional status can influence wound healing? Because nutrients are also lost in...


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What You Need To Know About Hepatitis A

September 11 2017

Hepatitis A is an illness that causes inflammation to your liver. It’s caused by a virus that’s spread through: person-to-person contact consuming contaminated food, drinks or ice eating from or licking contaminated utensils. The illness may last only a few weeks, but some people are seriously ill for up to six months. Hepatitis A usually...


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Foods To Avoid When Your Stomach Hurts

September 8 2017

There are many different causes of a stomach or abdominal pain. Some cause short-term pain, some cause long-term pain, and others cause sudden and severe pain. Suffering from a stomach pain or stomach flu can be a nightmare and you’d do anything to feel better. If you’re having a stomach bug, choosing the wrong kind...


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Ways To Make Grocery Shopping Smart & Healthy

September 7 2017

We all love to eat a wide range of different foods, but getting the most out of every dollar we spend can be tricky. Shopping for our food may not always be at the top of our to-do-list, and with so many different varieties of foods available, selecting the best option can become a chore....


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National Bowel Cancer Screening Program

September 6 2017

Bowel Cancer is Australia’s number 2 cause of cancer deaths, so don’t ignore number 2! It is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in Australia and around 80 Australians die from the disease every week. Bowel cancer develops in the wall or lining of the colon. It begins when cells grow too quickly, forming...


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Foods That Influence Cardiovascular Health

September 5 2017

Being informed about how to work out a healthy and nutritious eating plan is very beneficial in maintaining a healthy heart.  A few small changes and a new approach can have a significant impact on your well-being. Below are foods that can influence cardiovascular health: Salt Salt can affect blood pressure. It helps to have...


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What Is Cardiomyopathy?

September 4 2017

September 3-10 is Cardiomyopathy Awareness Week. So what is this heart disease all about? Cardiomyopathy is a term used to describe a disease of the heart muscle. The name means CARDIO – heart, MYO – muscle, PATHY – disease. It is unknown how many people in Australia have this condition currently, but a general estimate suggests...


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What is Physiotherapy?

September 3 2017

By Joe Pashley (Physiotherapist at Myers St. Family Medical Practice)   Physiotherapy is the most commonly referred to Allied Health Service by General Practitioners. Physio’s help people with all kinds of movement disorders ranging from strokes to sports injuries, vertigo to foot pain, and minor muscle strains to spinal cord injuries. WE GET PEOPLE MOVING...


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