The Importance of Seeking Help25 June 2019The fact is, we can’t know everything and we can’t do everything we might need to take care of ourselves or to live a good and healthy life; consistent with this, we all need help sometimes and in fact seeking help can and often is in the best interests of all involved. Category:Mental Health, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Approach and Greet a Dog20 June 2019Whenever I see a dog, I invariably smile. There is something about dogs that make so many of us happy. They are incredibly loyal, loving and let’s be honest, they are adorable.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Eating Healthy This Winter19 June 2019In colder months it can become quite easy to break every good nutrition habit you built during the warmer seasons. But finding comfort in front of the fire and television on a wet and windy night is the perfect opportunity for planning healthy nutritious meals that not only satisfy but provide nutritional benefits.Category:Nutrition, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
The Run Down on Croup18 June 2019Winter is just around the corner which means it’s about that time we all start coming down with all kinds of coughs and sniffles. Dr. Nikki gives us the run down on croup, which tends to affect kids.Category:General Medical, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)13 June 2019Feline Immunodeficiency Virus or FIV is a virus that can leave your cat very unwell. It is a disease that usually affects male cats, particularly those who wonder and are not neutered.Category:Pet Health, Veterinary adviceRead MoreWrite a Comment
Are Amines in Food Making you Sick?Consuming foods high in biogenic amines has been linked to various health hazards but it’s not a concern for everyone.Category:Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
Cold or Hay fever? How to Spot the Difference and Get the Right TreatmentHow do you know if you are suffering from a cold or hay fever? We’ll tell you the symptoms of each one and how best to treat the condition.Category:Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
What is Brain TrainingIf you’re reading this, you’re probably interested in health and wellbeing. And if you’re interested in health and wellbeing, I assume that your interest might also extend to brain health and wellbeing.Category:Mental Health, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
Bowel Cancer AwarenessIt’s a little bit icky, but we’re going to have to talk about your bowels. And with good reason too because June is Bowel Cancer Awareness month. Raising people’s awareness around bowel cancer is very important; bowel cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death but if it’s found early, it’s highly treatable. I’m going to teach you what you need to know to be aware.Category:General Medical, Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Make Granola06 June 2019If you’re looking for a basic granola recipe that you’ll make time and time again! Look no further than HIF Foodie Helen’s, homemade granola recipe that’s quick and easy and also very adaptable. Try it and you’ll never buy readymade granola again!Category:RecipesRead MoreWrite a Comment
Burns First Aid05 June 2019As the weather starts to cool down, hospitals see a significant increase in burns from heaters and hot water bottles as Aussies try to keep warm. With June being National Burns Awareness month, Kidsafe aims to raise awareness of burns prevention and correct burn first aid.With this is mind, HIF Blogger and medical professional Dr. Nikki Stamp shares the vital steps to ensure you know how to treat burns early so it limits the damage caused and stop it in its tracks.Category:General MedicalRead MoreWrite a Comment
How Do Hospital Waiting Lists Work?04 June 2019With the average wait on the public waiting list for elective surgery at an all-time high, can you afford to wait for your treatment? Richard Laycock, insurance expert from finder.com.au, discusses what elective surgery means, how the public hospital waitlists work and you can skip the public waiting times by taking out private health insurance.Category:General MedicalRead MoreWrite a Comment