The role of the chemist has a recorded history from at least 6th Century BC, but its role, as we know it is a pretty new creation, from around the first third of the 19th Century. Once upon a time the chemist wasn’t the first place that came to mind when you wanted to...
Children, are similar in some ways to the canaries in the coalmines of old, and like the canaries they are letting us know that the current state of our environment is much more toxic than is kind to us. Although they show us this in their own way, research tells us...
This musical parody has an important message about over diagnosis and too many medical tests. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfesuNG0-kQ[/youtube]
This week I have co-signed a letter to the Health Minister regarding changes to men’s health. The changes occurred without consultation and with minimal warning. Most critically it affects men who are already approved for treatment. The Hon Sussan...
As a golf physiotherapist I provide treatment for golfers of all types and skill levels. Treatment types can vary from pain management, rehabilitation and performance improvement. When seeing a golf physiotherapist such as myself a functional assessment is very...
Angelina Jolie has had further surgery to reduce her chances of getting cancer. What are we to make of this?[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxpS1joz-1g[/youtube]
For some people, lack of sleep is a serious condition that not only affects their everyday potential both socially and professionally, but also poses a risk to their general health. While it may seem unlikely considering all the recommended measures out there, it is...
It is little wonder we get confused about medical research findings – especially when it comes to food. Previously some 50 random ingredients in recipes were selected and a search done on studies involving them. Turns out that for 43 out of 50 there was an equal...
