Managing Hay Fever (it’s that time of year again!) Springtime in Melbourne brings beautiful blossoms and warmer weather, but also, for some, hay fever-induced itchy eyes, congestion, and sneezing. Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is an allergic reaction to airborne allergens—most often pollen, especially grass pollen, tree pollen, weeds, mould, or dust mites. It’s estimated
Read moreKeeping Your Heart Healthy with Heart Health Checks Your heart is the engine of your body. Keeping it healthy is one of the most important things you can do to prevent heart disease and live a longer, more active life. A Medicare-funded Heart Health Check is a comprehensive cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk assessment that will
Read moreArthritis Types, Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Arthritis affects an estimated 3.7 million or 15% of Australians and is one of the leading causes of pain and disability, especially as we age. Arthritis is a broad term that refers to various inflammatory conditions that impact the joints. Some of the most common types include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
Read moreManaging Anxiety and Stress Anxiety and stress are a normal part of life—but they can take a toll on your mental and physical health when they become constant or overwhelming. Chronic stress can impact your sleep, immune system, heart health, and even your digestive system. It’s also closely linked to mental health conditions such as
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