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Stay well and live well. In this edition of Health Matters, we explain how healthy eating is related to good health and how your GP can help you achieve your food and dietary goals in 2019.
On Saturday 27th July, Modern Medical Caroline Springs became the first medical centre to 'takeover' a Parkrun in Australia. A weekly, free and timed 5km run (or walk) held every Saturday around the world, Parkrun is a community-led initiative. Our doctors, nurses and staff volunteered in the 'practice takeover', where our team were responsible for organising and managing the event.
Stay well and live well. If you want to increase your physical activity levels and would like some professional advice on the best ways to do so, a health
assessment with your GP is a good place to start.
Stay well and live well. If you feel like you need some extra help in getting your health back on track then learn more about health assessments and health plans.
Pneumococcal disease refers to a range of illnesses that affect various parts of the body and are caused by infection with the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae, commonly known as pneumococcus. An immunisation is available for people at high-risk.
Dr Jia Ni, Jarnie to her friends and patients, shares her tips on women's health. Sharing a story about her patient from when she worked in Elwood.
Are you counting the days down until you leave for your trip of a lifetime? Do you need to travel overseas for business soon? Are you planning a visit your overseas friends or family? Traveling overseas is fun and exciting, but not if you end up getting sick or worse, ending up in hospital. Taking care of your health before you travel and being aware of possible health issues can help prevent travel related illness. Before you board the plane to explore the world, we suggest you take the following simple precautions and measures.
We’ve all had the know the basics of sun safety – slip, slop, slap, seek shade and slide on a pair of sunglasses – drilled into us from an early age. But there’s one more important step and that is scanning your body for the warning signs of skin cancer. Checking your skin regularly for signs of skin cancer is a vital step in early detection. Here’s what to do, and what to look out for.
Have the courage to ask your doctor all of the hard questions about your physical and mental health. The team of highly trained and experienced doctors and nurses at Modern Medical clinics have performed thousands of men’s health checks. Don’t spend another moment putting off looking after your health and wellbeing. It’s time to man up book your check up today
Skin cancer is largely preventable. Remember, a combination of being Sun Smart, identifying changes to your skin and regular checks by a trained professional are your best approaches to reducing your skin cancer risk.
Healthy levels of iron are critical for muscle strength, energy and good mental function. Iron helps make haemoglobin—the part of our red blood cells that carries oxygen around our body. If your body does not make enough haemoglobin, then this might explain why you feel tired or why you’re not able to do normal daily activities. Consult with your doctor on how a change in diet and potentially an Iron infusion will help.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a grouping of lung diseases that include emphysema, chronic bronchitis and chronic asthma. This disease does not have a cure. However, your local doctor or clinic nurse can help you manage COPD—helping you stay out of hospital and improving your quality of life.
Asthma is a long-term lung condition. While 1 in 9 people have been diagnosed with asthma in Australia, the majority of those that suffer from the condition do not manage it correctly. This is particularly the case for asthmatics when using their inhalers. This overview will provide you with the information you will need to understand the basics of asthma and how you can better manage your condition.
These simple steps will help you feel happier and healthier each day and will contribute to a longer life free from illness and disease.
Do you, or does a family member suffer from a Chronic Condition? Some chronic conditions can be debilitating and painful, whilst others can go unnoticed for lengthy periods of time. Regardless of what chronic condition you suffer from, or even if you don't suffer from one, there are options out there to help you increase your general health and prevent them from developing further.
It's a new year, and a new you. No matter what your goals for 2018 are, there is always something your GP can do to help you become a healthier and more energetic you.
While people have little trouble determining physical aspects they would like to improve on when it comes to being fit, it has been a common mistake of many people to forget to check the state of their mental health.
In order to prevent or manage high blood pressure, here are some changes you can to apply to your daily life.
Spring has arrived! And with it comes sunshine, warmer weather and longer days; all the things we enjoy at this time of the year.
But for those with allergies, the next few months will perhaps be the worst. Are you, or is a member of your family a sufferer from hay fever? Read more about how you can combat the symptoms of hay fever this Spring!