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Exercise the winner in Alzheimers fight
Studies have shown that keeping the mind challenged will help reduce the chances of developing Alzheimers, but did you know that physical exercise can also help? |
Male contraception nearly here
A new study suggests that the combination of the hormones testosterone and progesterone may provide a safe, effective and reversible male contraceptive. |
Treatable Cause of Dementia Uncovered
A new study has uncovered a relationship between dementia and cerebral emboli which will help prevent dementia. Cerebral emboli are tiny blood clots which travel from the heart and lodge in a vessel in the brain. |
New parenting website takes its first steps
A new Australian website to help parents and carers raise young children has been officially launched in Sydney by The Minister for Families and Community Services, Mal Brough. |
Lack of sleep wont just make you tired
Middle aged people who sleep 5 hours or less, may be increasing their risk of developing high blood pressure. High blood pressure, particularly systolic blood pressure, is directly linked to increased risk of stroke, coronary heart disease, kidney disease, heart failure and death. |
New logos will help us drink more responsibly
New alcohol labeling will alert drinkers to the number of standard drinks they are consuming. NSW Minister for Health John Hatzistergos and Australian Government Parliamentary Secretary for Health Christopher Pyne said they hoped the new label would assist people to consume alcohol more responsibly.
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Bird Flu on our doorstep
For the past three years the deadly Bird Flu has continued to spread throughout our region, and while there is no immediate cause for concern, Australia remains uneasy over the fatal outbreak. |
New cause of Parkinsons disease revealed
Alarming new evidence has revealed that exposure to pesticides may be linked to the development of Parkinsons disease. |
How effective is coated aspirin?
New studies have revealed a significant drop in the effectiveness of aspirin in recent years, and an increase in resistance to the drug. |
Macular degeneration linked to stroke risk
Individuals with early age-related macular degeneration (AMD) have almost twice the risk for stroke as those without the disease, a new study has found. |
Benefit of tetanus vaccination two fold
Breakthrough research has revealed that regular tetanus shots will reduce the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). |
Anti inflammatory found to reduce protective aspirin effect
A small daily dose of aspirin is often prescribed for long-term protection against heart attacks and stroke, but this protective effect is reduced if the aspirin is taken with the anti inflammatory ibuprofen. |
Gum disease can effect more than your mouth
Recent worldwide studies have found an increasing number of links between gum disease and overall bodily health. |
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