Perfectionism... Is it Driving Us Crazy?
The results of a recent study provide interesting reading. The study reported on rising levels of perfectionism in adults (18-25 years)...
Why do People Have Surgery?
People have surgery for many reasons over many different surgical specialities. The better question for me to answer is ‘why do people...
The Art of Feeling Beautiful
Gordana Poljak knows just how striking a great tattoo can be. Heavily inked on her arms, legs, chest and neck, the committed Catholic...
Pharmacy Matters | FLU VACCINE Who Really Needs it?
Each year in Australia, influenza causes an estimated 3,000 deaths in older people. There are also the economic costs to the community of...
Antibiotic Use in Colds and Flu
Simply put - antibiotics won't help you get over a cold or flu faster, as viruses cause colds, and flu and antibiotics are medicines used...
Sleep Facts
The new year is often a time when people think about the year ahead and what is important, including personal wellbeing. If you have...
Volunteers Needed for Nutrition Trial Aiming to Stem Memory Loss
For overweight men and women aged 50-80, an HMRI nutritional supplement study being conducted at the University of Newcastle (UON) may...
Where There's a Will, There’s a Way!
Mind|set (NOUN) - The established set of attitudes held by someone. Our mindset is the essential driving force behind what we do and...
UON Professor Crowned Australia’s Top Researcher
Global authority in neurogastroenterology and University of Newcastle (UON) Laureate Professor Nicholas Talley is Australia’s most cited...
Are you Unable to Take Statins for your High Cholesterol?
If you are unable to take statin medication to lower your cholesterol, you may be able to participate in the CLEAR Outcomes study at...
A Fitness Centre for EVERYONE
Over 23 years ago, in 1994, I started Planet Fitness Health Clubs in Australia. I have been around a while and have seen many changes and...
New Treatment For Sensitive Issues
Dr Kathryn Holmes is the founder and director of the Mayah Clinic at Lakelands – a professional boutique clinic specialising in laser,...
YOUR Better Health Update
NUTRITION: Protected by Fruit Fruits and vegetables are filled with healthy nutrients including fibre and vitamins and are an essential...
Bring Yourself Back to URTH
Do you want to be a part of a fitness community? Would you like to take your training to the next level? Or would you like to simply...
Expanding Service Supporting Our Local Community
For almost half a century, the Newcastle After Hours Medical Service has been taking care of patients whose health concerns just won’t...
