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How you can help patients like Hayley with stage IV melanoma
- July 19, 2017
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
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Melanoma Patients Australia has been providing support, information and representation for Australians affected by melanoma since July 2006. MPA are currently helping patients like Hayley realise that they are not alone in their experiences with melanoma.
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Top 5 tips to shift the festive weight
- January 30, 2017
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
Amongst the joys of the occasion, a new year comes with its looming hangovers, throbbing headaches, many (animals and humans alike) still recovering from exploding loud rubbish filling the skies (Any alternatives to Skyworks next year?), the optimistic resolutions and sincere declarations of health.
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Zinc Your Ink: Why tattoos should always be protected from the sun
- January 30, 2017
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
If you have a tattoo, make sure you either cover it with clothing or protect it with SPF 50+ sunscreen. And I will tell you why.
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Aussie Summer Barbecuing Made Easy
- January 25, 2017
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
The good old barbeque is an essential part of the Aussie lifestyle. Whether it’s the Friday get together or celebratory sausage sizzle, the barbeque is readily used in both the home and the workplace.
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Top 5 tips To Avoid Gifting Yourself Extra Body Weight This Christmas
- December 5, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
It is noted that on average Australia’s gain 0.8-1.5kg over the Christmas period and this weight is rarely lost post season. Enjoy the festivities but remain mindful of what you eat as it is a lot easier to put on the excess weight then it is to lose it.
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Breathe Easy with The Ultimate Shape Up
- November 1, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
Healthy lungs are vital for our health. The Lung Foundation Australia estimates that 1 in 10 Australians have some form of lung disease such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD), Asthma, bronchiectasis, lung cancer, influenza and pneumonia.
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HEADLINE VEGETABLE – Mushrooms!
- October 16, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
Mushrooms are a superfood. As a matter of fact so are most other vegetables, so let’s start harnessing their supernatural powers!
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Nutrition Matters: Try for 5 this week!
- October 16, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
According to new figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), Australian adults consume on average 2.7 serves of vegetables each day, rather than the 5 serves recommended by the 2013 Australian Dietary Guidelines.
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Know Your Numbers This World Heart Day
- September 29, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
Cardiovascular disease, which includes heart diseases and strokes, is the world’s number one killer. Each year, it’s responsible for 17.5 million premature deaths, and by 2030 this is expected to rise to 23 million.
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Meet Our Nutritionist, Marija
- September 29, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
Too often I look around to see a vast sea of puzzled faces, expressions of confusion and all because of something that should be second nature to us; food.
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Are you OK? That is the question…
- September 2, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
The R U OK? initiative aims to empower and inspire each other to start a conversation and meaningfully connect with people surrounding them. We may never know who could be struggling with life if we miss the opportunity to connect with people and show our support.
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Tradies – Fit to Work
- August 4, 2016
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: Articles
For a tradesman, the most important tool they can have at their disposal is his/her body. And just like any other tradesman’s tool, their bodies need to be performing at its best all the time. Repetitive movements and constant handling of equipment should be done with ease. This is why looking after their physical health and fitness is extremely important.