4 Ways Older Women Can Reduce the Risk of Osteoarthritis

Posted on: 16 July 2021

Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes joint damage by wearing out the tissue that protects the ends of the bones and joints. The condition causes chronic pain, swelling and mobility issues. As women age, they become more predisposed to this condition. According to research, 57.3% of women over the age of 65 have osteoarthritis. Therefore, as women age, they should take measures to reduce the risk of joint damage. Below are some tips for preventing osteoarthritis in older women. [Read More]

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Explained

Posted on: 6 January 2021

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is caused by bacteria spreading into your reproductive organs. The bacteria are transmitted during sex and are the same strains associated with certain sexually transmitted infections including chlamydia. Having PID can increase the risk of ectopic pregnancy and cause infertility, so early treatment is key for women who may want to have children at any point in their future. Here's an overview of the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment approach for PID. [Read More]

Why Every Child Should Be Genetically Screened

Posted on: 20 August 2020

There are many tests and procedures that newborn children have to go through on an almost weekly basis to ensure that everything is developing as it should. From vaccines to the withdrawal and testing of blood, it seems like for the first year or so of your child's life, you are basically camped in your GP's office. However, there is one test that is often forgotten by many parents which could still be very useful and actually prove to be lifesaving in some instances. [Read More]

How Bluetooth Hearing Aids Work and Why They're Worth the Switch

Posted on: 1 July 2020

Traditional hearing aids often posed a music-listening dilemma for their users. Hearing aids need to be removed from the ear to listen to music with headphones and carry out long phone conversations comfortably. However, there now exists a prototype solution to this problem, which may soon be available from retail outlets across Australia. Bluetooth hearing aids use smart technology to transmit signals from your phone, tablet, or music player directly into your hearing device. [Read More]