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25.03.2024
Kristine shares her road from DV to restoring her life
For nearly one in two women in their mid-20s to 40s who have experienced family, domestic or sexual violence, navigating the healthcare system to seek support can be overwhelming. At a time when they are trying to survive, knowing where to turn –
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24.03.2024
What is RSV and why can it be dangerous for young children?
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is highly infectious, very common and can cause serious illness in younger children.
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26.03.2024
10 hacks for catching up with friends without drinking
Whether you drink alcohol or not, you can sometimes feel pressured to have a drink. Most Queenslanders drink alcohol at levels that have few adverse effects, but about one third drink alcohol on a single occasion at levels that put them at risk.
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25.03.2024
Kristine shares her road from DV to restoring her life
For nearly one in two women in their mid-20s to 40s who have experienced family, domestic or sexual violence, navigating the healthcare system to seek support can be overwhelming. At a time when they are trying to survive, knowing where to turn –
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24.03.2024
What is RSV and why can it be dangerous for young children?
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is highly infectious, very common and can cause serious illness in younger children.
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19.03.2024
Age like a boss: winning strategies for a healthier you
Research suggests by modifying our lifestyle, we can influence how long and well we live.
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17.03.2024
What's really in a vape?
If you’re looking for just the facts about what’s really in a vape, you’ve come to the right place. E-cigarettes are electronic devices that heat a liquid (vape juice, e-liquid, e-juice) to produce a vapour that looks a lot like smoke, which
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14.03.2024
On-the-ground health staff help guide Odyssey journey at the RBWH
If you must go to hospital, most of us would want the journey from being admitted to being discharged to be as short and smooth as possible. The Odyssey Program at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH) is using process and cultural reform
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12.03.2024
Women’s health at every age
When it comes to looking after their health, we want Queensland women to feel empowered to care for their mind and bodies at every age. We’ve compiled the top health tips for each age group and the key check-ups and screenings women should know
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11.03.2024
Claire’s endometriosis journey: how she found hope after years of suffering
Endometriosis can be a painful and debilitating condition. Around 1 in 10 people who currently or used to have a uterus experience endometriosis. For different reasons, many will suffer for years before they reach a diagnosis and can access treatment
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04.03.2024
Right information needed so women and girls can advocate for their health
When Balveen was diagnosed with endometriosis at the age of 20, she had just undergone her second surgery. After enduring years of pain and heavy bleeding that she believed was normal, she was exhausted and suddenly faced with questions about her