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Sep 14, 2022
Government launches safe behaviours campaign to slow spread of Covid-19
The government has recently launched a new Covid-19 safety campaign. It encourages people to practise good behaviours...
Sep 6, 2022
What should I do if I think I have flu?
Flu has hit many Australians hard, with one of the worst seasons in the last few years. Not only did it start earlier...
Sep 1, 2022
What do I need to know about hand, foot and mouth disease?
Hand, foot and mouth disease is an illness that mainly affects young children.
It’s not to be confused with foot and ...
Aug 14, 2022
3 top myths about Covid-19 and how you can continue to keep safe
Covid-19 is a new disease, which we still don’t fully understand. As a result, myths around Covid-19 have spread, cau...
Aug 9, 2022
Can I reuse my face mask? What you need to know
While Australia is still managing Covid-19, experts are advising the public to continue measures to prevent infection...
Jul 28, 2022
How can I prepare for a new wave of Covid infections?
Experts are warning that the country can expect a new wave of Covid-19 infections this winter.
While this sounds co...
Jul 14, 2022
Census reveals long-term health conditions for Australians
Newly published data from last year’s census has revealed that a third of Australians are living with a long-term hea...
Jul 11, 2022
What do I need to know about RSV?
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a contagious virus that infects the lungs and airways.
While outbreaks eased off...
Jun 29, 2022
Vaccines, immunisation and preventing disease
With the recent Covid-19 pandemic and other health issues in the news, you may be wondering about the part vaccines a...
Jun 23, 2022
The power of aloe vera
You may be familiar with aloe vera, which grows readily in the Australian climate. This succulent bears thick, fleshy...
Jun 17, 2022
Monkeypox: should I be worried?
The first cases of monkeypox in Australia were recorded in May in travellers who had recently returned from Europe.
T...
May 30, 2022
Top tips for healthy lungs
As we go into the winter months, it’s important to be as healthy as possible.
This includes ensuring that we have hea...