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Fundraising success for the RSPCA as Dogust draws to a close
As GLOBALHealthPR (GHPR) initiative #Dogust draws to conclusion, VIVA! Communications is celebrating the roaring success of our recent fundraising bake sale for the RSPCA. Generating more than $170 through in-person donations alone, VIVA! raised the dough this year by 34 per cent in comparison to the same event last year. Celebrating ‘Cupcake Day’, an annual…
Read MoreDoctors sound alarm bell at lack of qualified nurses in aged care sector
Doctors have this week raised an alarm regarding the lack of qualified nurses working in the Australian aged care sector. According to the AMA’s most recent Aged Care survey, 35% of doctor respondents plan to stop accepting new patients, to reduce or completely cease their aged-care visits within the next two years. The survey involved…
Read MorePharmaxis granted FDA clearance to produce Aridol locally for US market
ASX-listed pharmaceutical company, Pharmaxis has today been granted FDA clearance to commence Sydney-based production of its asthma diagnostic medication, Aridol for the US. The approval follows hot-on-the-heels of the FDA’s recent inspection of the Sydney facility which manufactures Aridol for Australia, South Korea and Europe, and Bronchitol for Australia, Europe and Russia respectively. Following FDA…
Read MoreDoctors encouraging middle-aged Aussie blokes to consider their prostate
Doctors are encouraging middle-aged Aussie blokes to have their prostate checked.Their call coincides with an article published in MJA Insight today (Monday, August 13), citing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) – or a benign enlargement of the prostate – can compromise a man’s quality of life, and his relationships with his partner and family.2 According…
Read MoreLow in magnesium? Talk to your doctor today.
Have you checked your magnesium levels lately? Stress, a poor diet and lack of vitamin D can strip the body of this vital mineral, together with excessive exercise and alcohol consumption, and Type 2 diabetes. Magnesium keeps your heart, muscles and blood pressure in check, maintains strong bones and regulates body temperature. A lack of…
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