Posts by VIVA! Communications
Endometriosis Awareness Month – raising awareness and creating change for those living with endometriosis
It is estimated that one in nine Australian women will be diagnosed with endometriosis by the time they reach the age of 44. Endometriosis is a chronic and progressive condition which occurs when tissue similar to the endometrium – the lining of the uterus – grows in other parts of the body, most commonly in…
Read MoreCelebrating women worldwide & further unfinished business this International Women’s Day
Born from the European and North American Labour movements at the turn of the 20th century, ‘International Women’s Day’ (IWD) today (Tuesday, March 8) celebrates the cultural, political and socio-economic achievements of all women, worldwide. The United Nations (UN) uses this day to rally for women’s rights, and to reflect on global progress achieved to…
Read MoreState Health authorities issues public health warnings following identification of mosquito-borne virus
Three State Health authorities have this week issued public health warnings following the identification of the Japanese encephalitis (JE) virus in samples gathered from pig farms in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria. Common to Asia and the west Pacific, and rural and agricultural regions, the JE virus is spread through the bite of infected…
Read MoreHealth experts issue new public health warning on dangers of e-cigarettes
Health experts have this week issued a new public health warning on the dangers of e-cigarettes, or “vaping” after a Queensland man’s autopsy revealed he ‘most likely’ died from vaping-related lung damage. Peter Hansen, 71, switched from smoking to vaping more than a decade ago, believing it would be better for his health. Mr Hansen…
Read MoreHow to safely return to exercise after mounting a recovery from COVID-19
Given exercise is proven to be vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it can be tempting to jump straight back into your regular exercise regime immediately following your recovery from COVID-19. However, experts are urging those who have contracted the virus to ease themselves back into exercise, to avoid jeopardising their recovery, particularly given the…
Read More