The ‘She’ll be right’ attitude of many Australian men is increasing the risk of skin cancer. Spots, moles and persistent itches are being ignored by Aussie blokes on a regular basis, despite regular advice to seek medical attention when finding anything unusual on the surface of the skin. Skin Cancer expert and author of the

It has become increasingly evident that interactions between the brain and peripheral tissues, including the cardiovascular and immune systems, contribute to both our mental and physical health1. It has also become increasingly evident that the average tradesperson has adopted not so favourable dietary habits, which without a change might lead to more and more of

Although it is widely known that women can be big talkers, often we don’t take the time to ask the important questions. We also find ourselves taking care of others first, including our friends, co-workers, family members or our children – but do we stop to reflect on our own health? With Australia’s 3rd annual

Four spots of melanoma have been discovered inside former United Sates president Jimmy Carter’s brain. Recently, the 90-year-old underwent surgery to remove a tumour from his liver. After further treatment and investigation, doctors detected that melanoma had developed inside of his brain. But how can this happen? How does a melanoma develop inside an organ?

This is a story that Alannah Hill planned to keep a secret. But we are grateful she decided to share it with us. The Australian fashion designer had been diagnosed with malignant melanoma earlier this year. This shocking discovery was made when she booked an appointment with her doctor after injuring her toe on her

Did you know, that 10 tradies are injured at work in Australia every day? According to Safe Work Australia’s Key Work Health & Safety Report 2014, one in five of all serious workplace injuries involves a tradie. Musculoskeletal conditions such as Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis and severe back pain are very high amongst tradies (Australian Physiotherapy Association,

Diabetes is Australia’s fastest growing chronic disease. According to Diabetes Australia approximately 1.7 Million Australians are currently living with prediabetes and a further 275 Australians develop diabetes each day. Blood Sugar Levels and Diabetes Maintenance of normal blood sugar levels (BSL) is important for proper metabolism. Glucose stimulates the release of insulin in the blood.

When the weather gets cooler, naturally the attention on skin cancer and sun protection disappears. However don’t let the cold weather fool you, winter is one of the more important times of year to focus on skin cancer. The fact is skin cancers can develop at any time of year. Sun damage to skin over

99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall… The Never Ending Song. We live in a country where nearly every social or community event includes some degree of alcohol consumption. Over the course of the year Western Australians are drinking 12 L of pure alcohol; equivalent to 43.6 bottles of vodka (700ml, 40% Alc.) 1 in

Bowel cancer is the 2nd biggest cancer killer after lung cancer; 77 Australians each week. 15,151 people are diagnosed each year Claims 3,980 Australian lives each year 1 in 12 people will develop bowel cancer over a lifetime Australian lives are saved through: Early detection and preventative measures; Screening and diet Increase intake of plant

According to the Cancer Council, occupational exposures to carcinogens are estimated to cause over 5000 new cases of cancer in Australia each year. Occupational cancers are those that occur as a result of exposure to cancer causing agents in the workplace such as industrial chemicals, metals, combustion products and forms on radiation including ultraviolet or

Australia’s second biggest cancer killer – bowel cancer – is being diagnosed far too late in the majority of young people, according to a newly released survey. The Never Too Young Survey suggests young people are simply unaware about the risks of bowel cancer and how the cancer can spread rapidly into lymph nodes and