Educate your Patients about Lymphoedema
A known potential side effect of cancer treatment, Lymphoedema is a permanent swelling that occurs due to a disruption or deficiency of the lymphatic system. There is a general lack of awareness of the condition in the community, and many people treated for cancer are unaware that they are at risk of developing Lymphoedema. The […]
Women’s Health Week: A Timely Reminder to Reschedule Missed Health Checks
Jean Hailes is a leader in women’s health, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of all women in Australia throughout their lives. We are supporting their national campaign to encourage women, communities and organisations to focus on all aspects of women’s health. Women’s Health Week aims to improve the health of all women in […]
National Diabetes Week
This year, National Diabetes Week runs from 12 – 18 July, with the focus on supporting the emotional and mental health of people living with diabetes. The daily burden of living with diabetes can be significant. It is estimated that people with diabetes face up to 180 diabetes-related decisions every day, that is more than […]
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
June marks Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. This annual initiative from Bowel Cancer Australia aims to raise awareness of Australia’s second deadliest cancer which claims the lives of over 103 people every week. It is also one of the most treatable cancers, if found early. Despite this, only 38% of eligible people in NSW take part […]