Alcohol products should warn about the harmful effects of drinking, just like cigarettes warn smokers – Britain’s All Parliamentary Party Group on Alcohol Misuse says. The calorie content and health risks associated with alcohol should be spelled out clearly on labels, an influential group of MPs has said. Drinkers should be clearly informed about the…
Many people don’t actually know that ‘baby brain’ is actually a true side effect of pregnancy and not just an excuse used by new mothers. It has now been revealed that new mothers can suffer with ‘baby brain’ four months after birth. A study has revealed new mothers suffer from baby brain and excessive tiredness…
Depression today has gained much more public view and recognition. If you think you might be suffering from depression or anxiety, there is a lot of practical help available to you, and there is no need to feel great fear or shame about this condition. Depression and anxiety is commonplace amongst the general population, and…
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We are very privileged to introduce Dr Jasmina Kevric, an aspiring General Surgeon, health activist, leader, and inspiration. Jasmina will contribute on The Health Today Blog by sharing her experiences and knowledge of the health industry. Former refugee from war-torn country Bosnia, Jasmina arrived to Australia not speaking the English language with only one goal…
Insomnia is a common health complaint that can have significant health consequences. Most people experience insomnia symptoms at some stage in their lives, and surveys have shown that 13% to 33% of the adult population have either difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep. People of any age can suffer from insomnia, but it is…
Superfoods are foods; mostly plant-based but also some fish and dairy. They are thought to be nutritionally dense and thus good for one’s health. What most don’t realise is the term has no set scientific meaning, and any list of “top” superfoods is purely subjective. The term has become a very popular marketing tool for…
We are very pleased to welcome Parisa Firouzmandi a caring nurse and health advocate that will contribute to The Health Today Blog. Parisa is a fully qualified nurse currently working at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne. At 27 years of age she has seen and gained more experience in her field than most. She is…
One in six Australians are affected by hearing loss, and projections have shown that by 2050 one in every four Australians may suffer from some form of hearing loss. Hearing loss can be caused by many factors including aging, illness, genetics, chemicals or physical trauma. In Australia the most significant cause of hearing loss is…
We have all experienced the uncomfortable feeling of a muscle cramp. The most common cramps are ‘nocturnal cramps’ – the ones you get at night, that wake you up and have you hopping around to make the pain go away… sound familiar? Why do cramps happen? A muscle cramp is an involuntary and forcibly contracted…