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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 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 MoreLowering your risk of developing dementia
One in 10 Australians aged 65 years and above are living with dementia, the risk of diagnosis for which doubles every five years from aged 60. Dementia is not a specific disease, but rather, a broad term used to describe a group of symptoms that cause progressive damage to the brain. These symptoms include a…
Read MoreAustralian researchers have identified first genes linked to anorexia nervosa
Did you know approximately 85,000 Australian adults are currently living with anorexia nervosa? Anorexia nervosa is a serious and complex mental disease with psychiatric and physical symptoms. It is a life-impairing illness characterised by dangerously low body weight, an intense aversion to gaining weight and an inability or unwillingness to recognise the seriousness of the…
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