Did you know that more than 1,800 South Australian women are diagnosed with breast and gynaecological cancer each year. That equates to almost 5 South Australian women diagnosed with breast and gynaecological cancer every day. By their 85th birthday, one in seven Australian women will develop breast cancer. Girls Night [...]
Have you ever found yourself reminiscing about those golden days when the family doctor knew your history by heart, greeted you with a genuine smile, and cared for you as if you were family? It's not only about finding a doctor. It's about reconnecting with a sense of community and [...]
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month. New international research providing evidence of the effectiveness of MRIs in detecting prostate cancer could change the way the way the disease is screened for and help save the lives of more than 3500 Australians every year. A new study from University College London [...]
Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians, and the leading cause of death of Australian women. The focus of Dementia Action Week is to reduce the stigma and discrimination experienced by people living with dementia and their families/carers. As you age, changes may occur in your brain [...]
It would be best if you did not take any chances with your health or those you care about. That is why you need to choose a trustworthy Adelaide Hills medical centre. You do not want to risk the consequences of visiting an unreliable medical centre. With Stirling Central Health [...]
Cancer rates rising in people under 50 years Globally since the 1990s rates of certain cancers have increased markedly in younger people, prompting researchers to label early-onset cancer as “an emerging global epidemic”. A review of cancer registry data, published last year, found the incidence of 14 cancers – including colorectal, [...]
Strokes are Australia's second single greatest killer, with over 60,000 strokes occurring each year. National Stroke Week encourages the community to get involved, raise money and support the national campaign. For more information click here. How do you know if someone is having a stroke – think FAST: The Stroke [...]
At some point in our lives, we've all faced the daunting task of finding a doctor. Whether it's for an annual check-up, managing a chronic condition, or seeking medical advice, finding a doctor can be an overwhelming experience. Not only do you want to find a doctor with expertise and [...]
All adults can get a booster if it’s been 6 months or longer since their last COVID-19 booster or confirmed infection (whichever is most recent) for additional protection against severe illness from COVID. This is particularly recommended for people at higher risk of severe illness, including: everyone 65 years and [...]
While the majority of Australians support organ and tissue donation, only around one in three (36%) are registered to be a donor. Can you donate 1 minute to register as a donor? Organ, eye and tissue donation saves lives, restores health and improves the quality of life for thousands of Australians each [...]
