Dementia-friendly futures: $240,000 in grants for inclusive Australian communities
Dementia Australia has announced an inspiring initiative offering $240,000 in community grants. This funding is dedicated to fostering dementia-friendly projects across the nation, marking...
Sydney’s WONCA wrap-up: From pandemic recovery to shaping future health systems
The WONCA World Conference 2023 concluded its four-day run in Sydney, Australia, stirring critical conversations around global primary healthcare systems in a post-COVID landscape....
World Stroke Day highlights the importance of prevention and equity in treatment access
Stroke remains one of the most formidable healthcare challenges, leading the list as the primary cause of disability around the world. According to statistics,...
Clocking in for two: Long hours and shift work tied to preterm birth risk
Shift work and logging long hours could be a risky business, not just for employees but potentially for their unborn children. That's according to...
Why youngsters are facing the heat from inflammation: The inside scoop from Dr. Vincent!
In an age where healthcare is often seen as a priority for older generations, a rather alarming trend is rearing its head: increasing inflammation...
BreastScreen Victoria urges more from diverse backgrounds to get screened
Free coffee on your loyalty card is something you wouldn't skip, right? So why would you skip a free breast screen that could potentially...
Study links fluctuating blood pressure to increased risk of dementia and heart disease
Fluctuating blood pressure isn't just a concern for the here and now; it could also signal future problems like dementia and heart disease, according...
Screening scepticism: Victoria’s bowel test drive eyes a community revamp
In a bid to bridge the health equity gap, Cancer Council Victoria launched a vigorous campaign last month urging Victorians to partake in bowel...
COVID-19 could cost Australia $56 billion annually: report
The recent report "A Neglected Burden: The Ongoing Economic Costs of COVID-19 in Australia" lays out startling figures that reveal the economic fallout from...
The filtered reality: How the social media ‘Like’ button is powering up the cosmetic...
When Kylie Jenner revealed her augmented lips, the world didn't just watch; it made appointments at cosmetic clinics. The event underscored the phenomenal influence...