Logic Health

14/12/2015

It's that busy time of year where workplaces are preparing for shutdowns and closing out the final touches on their work. With this in mind it is the perfect opportunity to address safety in the workplace. WorkSafe provide information on reasons behind new claims processed, while also providing several measures that employers can implement to ensure and maintain an acceptable safety culture within your workplace. Let's all as individuals and as a team focus on the job at hand so that we can enjoy our well deserved celebrations injury free!

As the end of the year rapidly approaches, workplaces are preparing for shutdowns over the summer holiday season. This is an opportune time to reflect on the roles and responsibilities of your managers, supervisors and employees and ensure your workplace and your staff stay safe over this period.

09/12/2015

Christmas can be a very enjoyable occasion, however can also place us under a lot of stress. If you are finding it difficult to deal with the lead up then it is important to manage the tasks and stress levels as well as we can. Better Health Channel provides some important tips to help reduce stress over the Christmas Period. From budgeting, shopping, family relationships to health and well being (it's all here)! It is of course a day of celebration so lets aim to get the fundamentals right so that on the big day we can relax and soak it all up!

Christmas doesn't have to be a financial headache if you plan ahead.

03/12/2015

As Christmas is approaching the dreaded fear of weight gain is upon us! Nutrition Australia provide some handy hints in trying to reduce this negative affect. From what foods to eat most of and also the least of on the big day, while also including exercise and fun bouts of physical activity that will help fight against that Christmas belly! The most important tip to remember is don't let the stress of potential weight gain effect your celebrations. Instead of trying to lose weight over the Christmas period, try aiming to maintain your current weight, then it's smooth sailing into the new year!

() Weight gain over the holiday period

27/11/2015

To round out lung awareness month it is important that we have a sound understanding of the types of lung disease and their associated symptoms, along with the statistics in regard to the Australian population. With 1 in 10 Australian's diagnosed with lung disease the most important thing we can do for ourselves and each other is monitor our health and symptoms, as early diagnosis is the key to a positive outcome! Lung Foundation Australia provide great information on facts and figures and the nuts and bolts of different types of lung disease and their associated symptoms.

http://lungfoundation.com.au/general-information/statistics/

17/11/2015

This month is lung awareness month! Lung Foundation Australia state that 1 in 7 Australians die from lung disease every year. So it is important that we as a community promote good lung health to help initiate a decline in the number of cases! For more information on quitting smoking, the respiratory system and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease visit the below link!

Trusted information about Lung Health Awareness Month and related topics can be found on this page.

30/10/2015

There is strength in apologising when you’re wrong and courage in admitting you need help. Do you agree?

28/10/2015

Research shows that Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in Australia. With 60% of Australians either overweight or obese it is important to understand the relevant risk factors and potential consequences associated with CVD. Janelle's story provides a quick in site into her family, cardiovascular disease experiences, along with knowledge and understanding of future risk to other family members.

"My mother had developed severe headaches over a period of time and after visiting more than half a dozen doctors, no one could figure out what was wrong wit...

21/10/2015

New research finds that compared with not exercising, doing 30 minutes of exercise every day, all year round, can significantly help asthma sufferers control their symptoms.

20/10/2015

Always ignored the food label because you don't want to know? Or is it because you don't understand what they actually mean? Food labels often help determine what is a healthy option (or a not so healthy option)! So by reading and understanding the food you are consuming allows you to provide your body with the right nutrition for healthy living. For more information and a breakdown of the different components of a food label click on the link below!

The main benefit of the nutrition panels is to compare the nutrient content of different varieties of similar foods. The quantity per 100 gram column is best when comparing similar products across different brands. The 'per serving' value allows you to understand nutrients in the amount in a serve.…

19/10/2015

SITTING too much is a hidden killer at work and one tech boss is tackling this head-on with a novel office design.

19/10/2015

Exercise Eases Knee Osteoarthritis, Temporarily

01/10/2015

Next week is Mental Health Week. See the list of activities occurring around Australia.
http://mhw.waamh.org.au/