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Rural Doctors Foundation

Health articles

We offer a wide range of articles on health issues and topics of interest to rural and remote communities

 

 

 

Docs in the Bush
Susie Cunninngham

Remembering the sacrifice of our rural soldiers

On ANZAC Day, we acknowledge those who have served or continue to serve this special place we call home.

We chat with Dr Michael Clements, a rural doctor and veteran who specialises in supporting ex-service personnel and families of serving

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World Cancer Day
Disease Prevention
Ria Mathew

Cancer – Debunking the myths

Cancer is currently the number one cause of death in Australia, taking the lives of approximately 50,000 Australians each year. However, despite the high prevalence, many misconceptions about cancer still manage to circulate.

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smiling boy
Docs in the Bush
Fran Avon

Ewen McPhee

Our kidneys play an important role in our health. Yet, we can lose 90% of our kidney function before symptoms appear. Learn more about how to identify the signs and avoid kidney disease.

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Kid smiling at camera with wide brim hat rural health charity
Disease Prevention
Fran Avon

Mental health

To help shine a light on mental health in rural communities, Rural Doctors Foundation is sharing just one of the ways it supports rural mental health and wellbeing.

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Keeping your brain active
Ageing
Susie Cunninngham

Keeping your brain healthy – signs of dementia

To help raise awareness of dementia, Rural Doctors Foundation interviewed experienced rural practitioner and health educator, Professor Tarun Sen Gupta, Professor Sen Gupta shared valuable insights on brain health, key signs of dementia and what to do if you think

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Disease Prevention
Fran Avon

Cancer screening

Seeing your GP for a check-up when you are well is just as important as going when you are sick. Health check-ups regularly with your GP can prevent getting unwell, and early detection of any disease provides the best chance

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Disease Prevention
Fran Avon

Killer diseases

Many 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. Lowering the

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Country life
Fran Avon

Farm safety

Farm safety statistics on death and injuries is sobering reading. We spoke with Dr Adam Coltzou about the issue.

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