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Here’s why percentage of Australians with disability has surged in a few years

Released last month, the 2022 survey collected data from over 13,700 households and 1,100 care accommodations and group dwellings between June and the following February.

All kids need to throw and catch. How can you help if your child is struggling?

For many years, researchers have been highlighting concerns about a decline in children’s throwing and catching skills.

4 in 10 Australians in aged care are malnourished. What can we do about it?

Malnutrition in older people is associated with poorer overall health, such as increased risk of falls and infections.

Mental health services that consult with Elders can deliver better care to Aboriginal people

Strong leadership is needed to ensure changes are embedded across all levels of services.

From Junk Food Ad Bans to Sugar Tax, Rising Diabetes Demands Urgent Action

There are renewed calls this week for the Australian government to implement a range of measures aimed at improving our diets.

Yoga for Self and Society: A Celebration of Wellness and Community Spirit

The theme "Yoga for Self and Society" resonated with the participants, emphasising the importance of personal well-being as a foundation for a healthier community.

Prescription required to buy Vapes Under New Australian Legislation to Curb Youth Nicotine Addiction

Individuals under 18 will require a prescription to buy vapes, however this is federal law, it will be enforced by state and territory police.

Fiji’s Prime Minister Rabuka leads hundreds in celebrating International Yoga Day

Fiji's Deputy Prime Minister Prof. Biman Prasad, dignitaries, diplomats, locals, and students participated in large numbers to show their support to yoga.

From the Mat to Metabolism: How Yoga can transform our Gut Health

As a Gastrointestinal surgeon many of the patients I see are struggling with poor metabolism from having been on extreme diets and medications which are all contributing to slowing down the metabolism.

Transforming community health and wellbeing through ancient wisdom and modern science

Using a revolutionary tool named the ‘Health Barometer,’ participants tracked their progress across ten vital parameters before and after the program.

Must-read

“We need more doctors”: Government opens funding for 50 new medical school places for domestic students

The move follows an earlier allocation of 100 medical places focused on primary care that commenced this year across 10 Australian universities.

Warrant issued for Amarbir Singh in Navdeep Kaur murder as Canadian investigators believe suspect fled overseas

Police said Amarbir Singh and Navdeep Kaur had been in a relationship at the time she disappeared.

Why the Pacific Engagement Visa is Quietly becoming a success story

In each year, 3,000 lucky individuals are selected through the ballot to apply for a PEV visa.
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