Fitness
29 Aug 2016
Parkinson’s Disease: Geoff shares his journey and advice for others
Geoff shares his personal experience of unusual muscle and movement symptoms in the lead up to his diagnosis with Parkinson's disease.
Children's health
13 Jul 2016
Childhood fitness a trump card in better adult heart health
A new study from a group of international researchers has found that aerobic exercise in childhood can help offset the long-term heart health risks associated…
Cancer
21 Feb 2015
Exercising for better health in prostate cancer therapy
Exercise helps reduce the side effects of prostate cancer treatment. Exercising as part of a supportive, social group and research has additional benefits.
Children's health
10 Jan 2014
Inadequate Pregnancy Weight Gain a Risk Factor for Infant Mortality
Women who do not gain enough weight during pregnancy are at increased risk of losing their baby in its first year of life, according to a new study by researchers in the University of Maryland School of Public Health. This study examined the relationship between gestational weight gain, mothers’ body…
Children's health
20 Dec 2013
Sport’s concussion has long term impact on the brain
In an Australian first, Deakin University research has found that sports concussions do have a long term, negative, impact on the brain. Dr Alan Pearce, a neuroscientist with Deakin University’s School of Psychology, has investigated the long-term impact sports concussion had on the brain function of 40 retired Australian rules…
Fitness
27 Sep 2013
Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator
Body mass index or BMI is calculated based on height and weight. Enter your height and weight in the BMI calculator to see your result.
Blood
27 Sep 2013
Blood Pressure Calculator
Find out your blood pressure (BP) risk category by entering your age, sex and most recent blood pressure measurement into the calculator. Based on the…
Children's health
16 Sep 2013
Asthma score calculator
Do you really know what your level of asthma control is? Knowing your Asthma Score can be the first step to better asthma control -…
Blood
20 Aug 2013
Avocado and coconut ice cream
This raw food recipe for vegan icecream with avocado and coconut is not only vegan, it’s also sugar free and gluten free. But it’s rich,…
