When we think of a broken heart, we usually think about a cartoon of a heart torn in two however ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’ has real connection between mental health and stress induced cardiac consequences which can not be fixed with a extra large tub of cookie dough ice cream.
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IS ‘BABY BRAIN’ A REAL PHENOMENON AND SHOULD I BE WORRIED?
A highly publicised study at Deakin University has shown that women are experiencing ‘Cognitive Changes’ during pregnancy. Symptoms are reported to be experienced by 4 out of 5 pregnant women and can include poor concentration and absent mindedness and memory problems. Continue reading
Private Consult Fee Changes
Dear Patients,
Please note that the Private Consult fees will increase from January 1st 2018. The Standard Private Consult (15min) will increase from $67 to $70. Longer private appointments will see similar increases in fees. If you have any questions please speak to the reception team at the time of your appointment.
Thank you.
Mo’s for Movember
Have you noticed the amount of luscious and groomed moustaches making an appearance on men’s faces around your suburb this November? These “moed-up” Men might be taking part in “Movember”, which is a men’s health initiative that helps to raise money to support Men’s Health on a global scale.
This annual charity event takes place across the month of November. It encourages men to grow a moustache, to help raise funds and awareness for men’s health projects.
Movember targets the most prominent health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
The Movember Foundation has one primary goal- to stop men dying too young.
Understanding Hayfever
Spring evokes the idea of sunshine, fresh blooms and warmth however if you suffer from Hayfever or Asthma it can be more than uncomfortable.
Hay fever (allergic rhinitis) is a reaction caused by triggers breathed in through the nose causing swelling and inflammation. Continue reading