Cancer is not a single disease but rather a term that refers to a wide array of diseases, many of which are preventable and curable. It’s estimated that more than half of all cancers can be prevented. While some cancers may not be preventable, they can often be caught early and treated effectively. So while…
Call on these foods for clean energy all day. When it comes to good energy favorites, it’s all about slow carbs and fiber. These real foods give you a little oomph and boost energy quickly, making you feel good and steady. 12 of the Best Energy-Boosting Foods Oats Eggs Quinoa Edamame Greek yogurt + berries…
Looking to transform your body with minimal equipment? A 4-week dumbbell workout plan is the perfect solution for building muscle, increasing strength, and shedding body fat—right from home or at the gym. Dumbbells are versatile, effective, and suitable for all fitness levels, making them an ideal choice for full-body training. In this guide, you’ll find…
In this article I’m going to talk about issues surrounding saying yes when feeling no. Imagine that there is a perpetrator, a narcissist, who has perfected the art of manipulation, and a victim who has been broken in various ways by a long history of trauma and does not have the internal structure to say…
A podcast aimed to inspire and empower intensive care clinicians to bring their best selves to the Intensive Care Unit, with a focus on compassion, collaboration and practitioner wellbeing. Host Dr Andrew Davies, an Intensive Care Physician from Melbourne, enjoys bringing you conversations based on the human side of what happens at the Intensive…
Having a regular savings habit as well as paying off credit card debt on time are two financial habits that can lead to improved mental health. Research from the University of South Australia found that stable financial habits can lead to improved mental health which can then leave to higher levels of productivity. “Stable financial…
It’s “Tasty Tuesday”, where every week we bring you new, fresh, local, healthy recipes and food tips. Find out what is in season, and what will keep you fuelled during and after your work outs! Okay, so I’m Dutch on my mom’s side and from what I understand there is a large…
As we age, keeping our legs strong is one of the best things we can do for overall health and independence. Strong leg muscles help with balance, mobility, and even blood circulation. Luckily, there are many leg exercise machines that can help older adults stay active, build muscle strength, and improve bone density—all while keeping…
Wondering how much sugar is too much for kids? You’re not alone. If you’ve found yourself Googling portion sizes or second-guessing that cupcake at snack time, I get it. With so much conflicting information (and plenty of sugar fearmongering) out there, it can feel impossible to know what’s normal, what’s too much, and how to…
Warning: this story contains descriptions of self-harm and some readers might find it distressing. When Darren Brandon was detained at Melbourne assessment prison, a perfect storm of missed paperwork and a lack of clear intake procedure between police and the jail meant he was assessed as being low risk of self-harm. This could not have…