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Medicines and side effects

(3 days ago) WebWhat is a side effect? A side effect is an unwanted symptom caused by medical treatment. All medicines can cause side effects, including prescription, over-the-counter and …

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Walking for good health

(Just Now) WebWalking is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health. Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and …

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Regular health checks

(3 days ago) WebRegular health checks can identify any early signs of health issues. When you have a health check, your doctor will talk with you about your medical history, your family’s …

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Personal hygiene

(3 days ago) WebHere are some personal hygiene suggestions for women: Menstruation - wash your body, including your genital area, in the same way as you always do. Change tampons and …

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Running and jogging

(2 days ago) WebHealth benefits of running and jogging. Regular running or jogging offers many health benefits. Running can: help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise. …

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Work and your health

(7 days ago) WebThe most common health issues for office workers include musculoskeletal injuries such as repetitive strain injury (RSI). The rate of injury is highest in younger workers. Contributing …

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Strong relationships, strong health

(1 days ago) WebHealth benefits of strong relationships. Throughout your life, the number and strength of your relationships affect your mental and physical wellbeing.. The benefits of social …

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Resistance training – health benefits

(2 days ago) WebImproved mobility and balance. Improved posture. Decreased risk of injury. Increased bone density and strength and reduced risk of osteoporosis. Improved sense of wellbeing – …

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A-Z of health information

(9 days ago) WebThe abdominal muscles support the trunk, allow movement and hold organs in place by regulating internal abdominal pressure. Abdominal pain in adults. The type of pain felt in …

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About the Better Health Channel

(Just Now) WebAbout the Better Health Channel. We provide health and medical information to improve the health and wellbeing of people and the communities they live in. This information is: …

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Mobile phones and your health

(6 days ago) WebSummary. The current international consensus is that mobile phones don’t cause cancer or promote the accelerated growth of existing tumours. Cancer can take many years, even …

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Physical activity

(8 days ago) WebMinimise the amount of time spent in prolonged sitting and break up long periods of sitting as often as possible. Physical activity or exercise can improve your health and reduce …

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Confidentiality and privacy in healthcare

(3 days ago) WebHealth information is sensitive and personal, which is why there are laws to protect your rights to keep your health information private. How health services collect, store and …

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