Read articles on how to keep healthy from head to toe. It’s often not as easy to stay connected to healthy ideas when you’re living in the country, but we’ve got your back! Our articles give you ideas on how to be a Well-Being.
CategoriesDisease Prevention WellbeingOn World Kidney Day, Rural Doctors Foundation reminds us of this often silent but potentially life-threatening disease. Over 8% of Australians lives with some form of kidney disease and 20,000 die each year.
A regular check with your rural doctor will monitor your kidney health. Early detection and treatment can help slow or prevent any future damage.
CategoriesMental Health WellbeingFor many, Valentine’s Day is a day to feel loved and appreciated. Sadly, for others it is a reminder of how lonely they feel. Valentine’s Day also reminds us of the importance of the relationships in our lives,
Rural Doctors Foundation reminds us of the importance of social connection and provides tips for tackling loneliness and maintaining good mental health.
CategoriesDisease Prevention WellbeingMany of the top killer diseases amongst Australians are potentially preventable. Research shows rural Australians have a higher incidence of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, as well as most cancers such as lung and bowel cancer. Efforts to lower the risk of many of these diseases may be easier than you think.
CategoriesDisease Prevention WellbeingSeeing your GP for a check-up when you are well is just as important as going when you are sick. Your doctor can take the time to do screening for conditions you may not know you have. Sometimes people ask to be “checked for cancer”. Although there isn’t one single test GP’s can test for specific types of cancer based on your lifestyle, family history and other risks.
