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Immunisation helps to protect your child from serious infectious diseases. Some of these diseases can make children very...
04/12/2025

Immunisation helps to protect your child from serious infectious diseases. Some of these diseases can make children very sick or even kill them.

Immunisation is also good for you and your child because it stops infectious diseases spreading in the community. Sometimes immunisation can get rid of these diseases completely, as in the case of smallpox.

Learn more: https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/health-daily-care/immunisation/immunisation

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Contact dermatitis is a common red and itchy rash that is caused by allergens or irritants. Allergens might be things li...
01/12/2025

Contact dermatitis is a common red and itchy rash that is caused by allergens or irritants. Allergens might be things like plants or rubber, whereas irritants may be certain soaps, chemicals, or even water.

Contact dermatitis leads to itchy and dry skin. You may also notice a red rash or a severe weeping or blistering rash. The symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on the type and duration of exposure.

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/contact-dermatitis

Do you know how much sleep you really need? This handy infographic from HealthDirect is a good general guide. Learn more...
27/11/2025

Do you know how much sleep you really need? This handy infographic from HealthDirect is a good general guide. Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/sleep

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Life’s worries can easily weigh you down, we’ve all been there! If you start to feel overwhelmed, it’s okay to pause and...
25/11/2025

Life’s worries can easily weigh you down, we’ve all been there! If you start to feel overwhelmed, it’s okay to pause and take a breather.

Stress doesn’t just affect your mind it can show up in your body too, with changes in mood, sleep, appetite and headaches.

Simple things like slow breathing, stretching or a quick walk can help you better manage the day-to-day stresses of life.

Via Health Direct

What is Type 1 diabetes?Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body’s own immune system is activated to de...
20/11/2025

What is Type 1 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body’s own immune system is activated to destroy cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. We do not know what causes this autoimmune reaction, however environmental factors are thought to set off the process. Type 1 diabetes is not linked to modifiable lifestyle factors. Currently there is no cure, and it is lifelong.

The exact cause of type 1 diabetes is not known, but we do know it has a strong genetic link, and cannot be prevented. People who develop diabetes may have one or a number of genes which make type 1 diabetes more likely, and at some point an environmental trigger occurs to start the autoimmune reaction. Examples of triggers include an infection, or a high level of stress. Triggers are not always easy to identify.

Learn more at Diabetes Australia: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/about-diabetes/type-1-diabetes/

Low back pain is pain that you feel in your lower back or lumbar spine area. Your lumbar area is the part of your back b...
19/11/2025

Low back pain is pain that you feel in your lower back or lumbar spine area. Your lumbar area is the part of your back below your ribs.

People experience low back pain in different ways. You might have:

- pain and soreness — which could feel like a sharp pain or a dull ache or spasms
- stiffness — you may feel stiff or find it hard to turn or bend in certain directions
- sciatic pain that travels down one or both of your legs

See your doctor if your back pain is not getting better, if it is limiting your ability to move, or if it is hampering your daily activities.

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/low-back-pain

To***co smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, and many of them can cause cancer. Smoking harms nearly every organ of...
16/11/2025

To***co smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, and many of them can cause cancer. Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body. Every cigarette is doing you harm.

Quitting smoking can be tough, but when you stop smoking, you will start noticing the benefits quickly.

If you give up smoking, you will:

- improve your health
- reduce your health risks
- make it easier to fall pregnant if you’re trying
- reduce any health impacts on your friends and family if you smoke near them
- reduce your impact on the environment

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/quit-smoking-vaping

Visit Blackwood Clinic’s website to learn about the services we offer or call us on (08) 8278 6666 to make an appointment. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/

Swollen joints happen when there is fluid in the tissues around the joints. It can be very uncomfortable and can make it...
13/11/2025

Swollen joints happen when there is fluid in the tissues around the joints. It can be very uncomfortable and can make it difficult to move the affected joints. In some cases, swelling may cause affected joints to increase in size or appear to be an odd shape.

Joint pain and swelling can affect more than one joint at a time. The most common joints to be affected by pain and swelling are elbows, wrists, shoulders, the base of the spine, hips, knees, ankles, or knuckles in the hand.

Joint pain and swelling may be better or worse at different times of the day. For example, you may find that your joint pain and swelling is worse first thing in the morning. Pain and swelling in the joints can also lead to tiredness and fatigue.

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/joint-pain-and-swelling

Visit Blackwood Clinic’s website to learn about the services we offer or call us on (08) 8278 6666 to make an appointment. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/

Jet lag is a short-term sleep disorder. It usually happens after you've travelled quickly through multiple time zones, u...
13/11/2025

Jet lag is a short-term sleep disorder. It usually happens after you've travelled quickly through multiple time zones, usually after you have been on a long flight.

It happens because your body's internal clock, or circadian rhythm is disturbed. It may cause feelings of tiredness and discomfort.

Jet lag may become more of a problem as you get older due to slower adjustment of body clocks to new time zones. Staying hydrated, avoiding caffeine and alcohol during flights, and gradually adjusting sleep patterns can help reduce jet lag.

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/jet-lag

Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member or friend. Grief can also ...
12/11/2025

Grief is the natural emotional response to the loss of someone close, such as a family member or friend. Grief can also occur after a serious illness, divorce or other significant loss.

Grief has no set pattern, and it’s expressed differently across different cultures. Some people like to be expressive and public with their emotions, while others like to keep their feelings private.

The effects of grief can often resemble depression. Some people do develop depression following a significant loss. If you are dealing with a major loss and finding it difficult to cope, see your doctor.

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/grief-loss

Visit Blackwood Clinic’s website to learn about the services we offer or call us on (08) 8278 6666 to make an appointment. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/

What causes ear infections? Bacteria, viruses or fungi are usually responsible for an ear infection. You are more likel...
27/10/2025

What causes ear infections? Bacteria, viruses or fungi are usually responsible for an ear infection. You are more likely to develop an infection if your ear is exposed to bacteria or viruses. This could be because of a generalised illness or an injury in, on or around your ear. Factors that can increase your chance of developing an ear infection include:

- having a cold or other respiratory infections
- air pressure changes, such as occurs on planes
- swimming in dirty water
- cleaning ears too much with cotton buds, causing scratches
- cuts or scratches on the outer ear
- not drying ears well after swimming or bathing

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ear-infection

Visit Blackwood Clinic’s website to learn about the services we offer or call us on (08) 8278 6666 to make an appointment. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/

Why is good hand hygiene important?Germs collect on your hands as you go about everyday life. When you touch your eyes, ...
23/10/2025

Why is good hand hygiene important?
Germs collect on your hands as you go about everyday life. When you touch your eyes, nose or mouth, the germs can spread to these vulnerable areas. So one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading illness is to frequently wash your hands.

Hand washing helps prevent the spread of infections such as common colds, flu, COVID-19 and gastroenteritis. This is important, especially if you care for babies, older people or sick people who are more vulnerable to these illnesses.

Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/hand-washing

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Blackwood, SA
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