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National Stroke Week: Let’s all become stroke aware
The World Health Organisation estimates that there are at least 62 million stroke survivors around the world. With these statistics, it’s likely that you, or someone you know, have has been personally affected by stroke.
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Honouring our seniors in during Seniors Week
Seniors Week is coming up fast and families right across the country are looking forward to celebrating this special time with the senior members of their family or friendship circle. The week from 15th to 23rd August is a perfect time to enjoy spending time together and reminiscing about important milestones in your lives.
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What does life after Covid-19 look like?
COVID-19 has been a life-changing phenomenon that has altered the world as we know it. Though Australia is making good headway in the fight against this terrible virus, its effects are still being felt in our everyday lives. They will no doubt linger for many months – even years – to come.
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Healthy eating and exercise are vital for good health over winter
Winter is well and truly upon us; the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping. Despite the strong temptation to stay indoors and eat nothing but comfort food, it’s still very important to maintain your healthy eating habits and get your 30 minutes of physical activity a day.
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June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
World Health Organization (WHO) statistics show that 1.8 million people around the world are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year. After lung cancer, it’s the second most common cancer in Australia, claiming the lives of over 100 Australians each week.
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Supporting those suffering with Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a crippling disease that affects a significant number of people worldwide. World Health Organization (WHO) statistics show that over 2 million people around the world are affected by MS, including more than 25,000 Australians. It affects around three times as many women as men.
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Seniors are conquering lockdown with technology
Social isolation is currently one of the most daunting obstacles facing seniors all around the world, particularly those who live on their own. But, while we’re all feeling very sad about the lack of face to face human interaction due to the restrictions and bans on social gatherings, we are overcoming this enforced distancing using technology. I find it incredibly heartening to see that our seniors are also embracing this golden opportunity to get savvy with technology!
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Celebrate and thank your Mum this Mother’s Day
While some of us may be a bit sceptical about the origins of Mother’s Day and suspect it’s just another annual celebration dreamed up by retailers to make money, it is, in fact, a long-standing occasion celebrated right around the world.
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