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Prostate cancer is not a death sentence – with early detection.

Prostate cancer – the risks, symptoms and treatment options. …
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Five things to do to avoid the flu

With a lower resistance to the flu, many Australians are suffering. Follow these simple tips to improve your chances of staying healthy. …
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Protecting our rural youth against cyberbullying

Dolly Everett is a teenage girl, one who gave a face to a horrifying statistic. In 2018, Australia mourned the loss of this fourteen-year-old girl to suicide. Now, her family campaigns against cyberbullying. …
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Protecting yourself against heart attack

Heart attack can impact everyone. Rural Doctors Foundation spoke with Dr Tony Brown about his experience. …
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Some killer diseases may be prevented

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 …