Physical Activity For Older Adults Keeping active is important at every age, but did you know that older adults require just as much exercise as adults — with an emphasis on balance and strength training? A growing body of research has illustrated the importance of choosing an active lifestyle over a sedentary one, particularly for…

Pregnancy is a time when women should focus on nurturing their health and wellbeing — both physical and mental. And while we understand that exercise is an important factor in keeping both mother and child healthy, it can be difficult determining exactly what kind of exercise you should be doing. Here, we share some of…

Dementia affects approximately 1 in 15 Aussies who are aged 65 or over. While it’s more common in older people, dementia can strike people in their 40s and 50s. Dementia is not a normal part of the aging process, in fact, it’s a collection of symptoms of long-term brain disorders including Alzheimers. It can include…

With the weather warming up, it’s often a time that people start considering the health of their skin. And even though sun damage can happen at any time of the year, it’s important that Queenslanders educate themselves about skin cancer — and protect their skin to prevent further damage. If it’s been awhile since your…

While both men and women are susceptible to various health conditions, some issues affect Australian men differently — and more commonly. Men’s health issues are also largely determined by lifestyle rather than genetics, with Men’s Health Week stating that 70% is attributed to lifestyle choices, while 30% is determined by genetics. In Australia, the leading…

While men and women both can be susceptible to chronic health problems, there are certain issues which affect women differently — and more severely. Women’s Health doesn’t just focus on the issues of breast cancer, cervical cancer or pregnancy; it is a holistic approach to healthcare for women, so you can receive the best possible…

What a turbulent year 2020 has turned out to be. With the world gripped by the coronavirus pandemic and the latest COVID stats and government restrictions dominating news platforms, it’s easy to become more concerned about the potential of community transmission than it is to address concerns about your own mental health and general wellbeing.…