Healthy Life

This December Be Bold For Bowel Cancer

December 8 2023

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month is a crucial initiative in Australia, typically held in June. However, in a unique twist for December, we have DecemBeard and DecembHair! These campaigns aim to raise awareness about Australia’s second deadliest cancer and encourage everyone to take action. Key Facts: Bowel cancer claims the lives of 103 Australians every week, totaling 5,350 people annually. 299 Australians are...


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Combating Resistance Together: World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2023

November 20 2023

As we navigate the challenges of the 21st century, one of the most pressing global health threats is antimicrobial resistance. To shed light on this critical issue, the World Health Organization (WHO) has designated this week as World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. Running from November 18th to 24th, the campaign aims to raise awareness about the...


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Go Dry This July!

June 30 2023

Gather your spirits, mates! It’s that time of the year again when we come together to embark on a transformative and soul-stirring experience called Dry July. This noble initiative, rooted in compassion and camaraderie, invites individuals to give up alcohol for the entire month of July while raising funds to support those affected by cancer....


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Men’s Health Week 2023: Embracing Healthy Habits for Australian Men

June 12 2023

Men’s Health Week, an annual campaign in Australia, focuses on men’s health issues and promotes the adoption of healthy habits. With this year’s theme, “Healthy Habits,” the campaign highlights the importance of cultivating positive lifestyle choices for Australian men’s overall well-being. Men’s Health Week acknowledges the unique health challenges faced by men and aims to...


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Exercise Right Week

May 22 2023

Exercise Right Week is an annual campaign in Australia that aims to promote the importance of safe and effective exercise for all Australians. This year’s campaign theme is “The Right Advice,” highlighting the importance of seeking expert guidance when it comes to exercise. Regular physical activity has numerous benefits, including preventing chronic diseases, improving mental...


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Melanoma: Understanding the Deadliest Skin Cancer in Australia

March 2 2023

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...


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Educate. Advocate. Elevate.

January 25 2023

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...


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This February, You Get To Choose How You’ll Change Young People’s Lives.

January 24 2023

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...


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Raise Awareness To Help Beat Bowel Cancer

December 1 2022

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...


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Share The World Diabetes Day Message This November!

November 14 2022

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,...


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