Brain Works 1:5 Australians experience an episode of mental illness at some point in their lives. The brain is home to over 300 neurotransmitters, chemicals and hormones. An imbalance in this structure leads to altered memory, attention and mood. Our body is programmed with response mechanisms to all changes it is subjected to. With depression,

Did you know that pilots and cabin crew have a higher incidence of developing skin cancer than the rest of the population? According to a study funded by the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health in the United States, pilots and cabin crew that are regularly exposed to ultraviolet radiation may be

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