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Learning the signs of Ovarian Cancer could save your life

Research shows that nine out of ten women diagnosed with ovarian cancer experience symptoms. In our latest health article we discuss the signs to watch out for and risk factors to be aware of. …
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Unveiling the silent threat: Understanding kidney disease

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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How lifestyle medicine can improve health and wellbeing

The real-life superheroes are our doctors, nurses and health workers out in rural communities. We look at why they need to be cared for too and six ways to improve health and wellbeing through Lifestyle …
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Bowel cancer is the second largest cause of cancer death

Bowel cancer can be deadly. Rural Doctors Foundation explores the signs, symptoms and treatment options …
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One man dies by suicide every minute: How you can support men’s mental health

One man dies by suicide every minute. Rural Doctors Foundation provides helpful information on what to do if you are worried about the mental health of the men in your life. …
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Are you feeling thirsty all the time? You could have diabetes and not know it.

Rural Doctors Foundation explores the contributing factors to diabetes. We also look at common symptoms and what you should do if you think you may have diabetes. …
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Christmas brings extra health challenges for rural Australians: Access still matters

Disease and illness do not have an ‘off-switch’. Access to healthcare is needed year round and Christmas presents further health challenges for rural communities. …
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Ageing well

Social connection is so important, particularly as we get older. Having reached his sixties and enjoying being a grandfather, Tarun Sen Gupta is all about social connection. …
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Six useful strategies when caring for someone with dementia

Rural Doctors Foundation shares some useful tips provided by Dementia Australia for those caring for someone with dementia. …