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Australia’s top fitness trends for 2023
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/australias-top-fitness-trends-for-2023
As you get older, even a small increase in daily activity has health and wellbeing benefits such as: less risk of health issues like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, bone and joint issues, and some cancers helping you reach and stay at a healthy weight less risk of falls and injury more energy and better sleep less stress and anxiety better concentration and mental health.
Women may experience different heart attack symptoms from men
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/women-may-experience-different-heart-attack-symptoms-from-men
An estimated 510,000 Australian women live with heart, stroke or blood vessel disease (also known as cardiovascular disease), and heart disease kills more than twice as many women as breast cancer.
Say cheese… yogurt, seeds and UV!
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/say-cheese-yogurt-seeds-and-uv
When it comes to sun exposure, it is important to follow the guidelines (as pictured) around UV, as excessive exposure can lead to increased likelihood of skin cancers.
About lung health
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/about-lung-health
Lung cancer is the fifth most commonly diagnosed cancer, but the leading cause of cancer-related death in Australia., Lung cancer Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in Australia, killing more Australians than bowel and breast cancer combined., Lung cancer symptoms You may not have any symptoms in the early stages of lung cancer., Lung cancer stages There’s an internationally agreed ‘staging’ system for lung cancer, which helps doctors determine how quickly or slowly the cancer might grow., Living with Stage 4 lung cancer A diagnosis of Stage 4 lung cancer may be alarming, but cancer has no set course.
Your guide to COVID-19: the symptoms, vaccines and more
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/covid-19
These people are more at risk of experiencing severe symptoms if they contract COVID-19: People over the age of 70 People over 65 with chronic health conditions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a chronic health condition, or those over the age of 50 People with compromised immune systems Those undergoing treatment for cancer People with a disability.
How much should we be exercising?
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/how-much-should-we-be-exercising
As well as boosting our mood, regular physical activity reduces the risk of developing many serious illnesses including: heart disease diabetes depression lung disease dementia Alzheimer’s disease Exercise also makes it easier to maintain a healthy body weight and can help us to manage existing conditions including arthritis and cancer.
Meet Dario: Riding for CBHS Group in Can4Cancer
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/meet-dario-riding-for-cbhs-group-in-can4cancer
Along the way, the team will visit local primary schools to spread the message of cancer prevention., For Dario, finding a cure for cancer is a mission that’s very close to home., Three years ago, I lost my dear aunt to brain cancer., Can4Cancer is CommBank’s community initiative with Tour de Cure that raises vital funds for cancer research and support for people with cancer., CBHS is also aiming to raise $25,000 towards life-changing research into breast, brain, pancreatic and prostate cancer.
Conditions and symptoms
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/conditions-and-symptoms
Cancer The common feature of all cancers is the abnormal multiplication of cells., Breast cancer A new lump in the breast or under the arm Thickening, swelling or changed size or shape of any part of the breast Discharge from the nipple Skin irritation, redness, flaking skin or dimpling Pain or pulling in the nipple area Pain in any part of the breast Skin cancer We have one of the world’s highest rates of skin cancer., Any crusty sore that won’t heal Small lumps that are red, pale or pearly in colour Spots, freckles or moles that change colour, thickness or shape over weeks or months A spot that is different to other spots on your skin A tender, raised growth that bleeds Prostate cancer The most common non-skin cancer in men is prostate cancer., Needing to urinate suddenly or more often Difficulty or discomfort when urinating Blood in urine or semen Lower back pain or pain in the upper thighs or hips Ovarian cancer Ovarian cancer occurs most often in women over 50., Most people who contract bowel cancer are over the age of 60, but it can strike at any age.
Are multivitamins doing us more harm than good?
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/are-multivitamins-doing-us-more-harm-than-good
ogs/tga-topics/how-are-vitamins-regulated-australia https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/vitamins-and-minerals https://www.tga.gov.au/blogs/tga-topics/how-are-vitamins-regulated-australia http://www.roymorgan.com/findings/7956-australian-vitamin-market-december-2018-201904260734 https://www.helpguide.org/harvard/vitamins-and-minerals.htm https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/food-and-diet/do-i-need-vitamin-supplements/ https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/do-you-need-a-daily-supplement https://theconversation.com/new-vitamin-supplement-study-finds-they-may-do-more-harm-than-good-97246 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0735109718345601 https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/cancer-information/managing-cancer-side-effects/nutrition-and-cancer/nutrition-concerns/vitamin-and-mineral-supplements/ https://foodandmoodcentre.com.au/2018/04/probiotics-prebiotics-and-gut-feelings/ https://foodandmoodcentre.com.au/2016/07/what-is-the-gut-microbiome/
World AIDS Day: HIV/AIDS in 2015
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/world-aids-day-hiv-aids-in-2015
A FEW MYTHS SURROUNDING HIV/AIDS Myth 1: HIV and AIDS are the same thing FACT: The difference between having an HIV infection and being given a diagnosis of AIDS is related to the presence of certain types of infections and cancers.
CBA Exclusive Staff Deals Natasha
https://www.cbhs.com.au/cbastaffdeals-Natasha
CBHS helped my family immensely, mainly my mother who died of brain cancer a few years ago.
Comprehensive Hospital (Gold) + Essential Extras
https://www.cbhs.com.au/health-insurance/hospital-cover/comprehensive-hospital-gold/essential-extras
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer., Treatment for cancers of the blood is listed separately under Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Healthy living. Stay fit. Stay Well.
https://www.cbhs.com.au/member-health/healthy-living
Proactive health screenings can save your life Cancer screenings can pick up the disease at its early stages, which means that that you’ve got a much better chance of successful treatment., Australia has some great Government-funded cancer screening programs for those most at risk of bowel, cervical and breast cancer., However, for other proactive health checks (e.g. bone density tests, eye screenings) or if you fall outside of the criteria for the free Government cancer screenings, you can claim on your Extras if the test or screening is not already claimable by Medicare.
Can4Cancer 2019: We’ve done better than ever!
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/can4cancer-2019-we-ve-done-better-than-ever!
Sydney’s Can4Cancer event on Tuesday 29 October was the final of five walks in 2019, topping off a massive fundraising effort that so far this year has raised over $2.6 million for cancer research.
Swollen tonsils: is it tonsillitis?
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/swollen-tonsils-is-it-tonsillitis
Swollen tonsils may have other causes apart from tonsillitis, such as: tonsil stones that form at the back of your throat lesions on your vocal cords tonsil cancer, especially if the swelling is one-sided herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1) measles.
Is it ever safe to eat food with mould on it?
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/Is-it-ever-safe-to-eat-food-with-mould-on-it
According to the World Health Organisation, the adverse effects of mycotoxins from mould range from acute poisoning to long-term effects like immune deficiency and even cancer.
Seven ways to keep your heart healthy
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/7-ways-to-keep-your-heart-healthy
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, high alcohol intake also contributes to a range of chronic diseases including liver disease, some cancers, and oral health disease.
How to look after your teeth and gums
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/how-to-look-after-your-teeth-and-gums
Smoking also increases your risk of developing oral cancer and decreases the production of saliva which helps to protect your teeth from decay.
Improve your energy and vitality with the Five Tibetan Rites yoga sequence
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/got-15-minutes-a-day-try-the-5-tibetan-rites-yoga-sequence
Research into the mental and physical health benefits of yoga is ongoing, but it can have a positive effect on: chronic disease management, including cancer, heart disease and multiple sclerosis improving mental/emotional health stress relief strength and flexibility lower back and neck pain weight loss menopause symptoms quitting smoking.
How to manage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD)
https://www.cbhs.com.au/mind-and-body/blog/how-to-manage-chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disorder-COPD
More information Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease at the Lung Foundation Australia Sources https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/chronic-respiratory-conditions/copd/contents/copd https://lungfoundation.com.au/patients-carers/living-with-a-lung-disease/copd/overview/ https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/copd https://www.cancer.nsw.gov.au/how-we-help/cancer-prevention/stopping-smoking/what-is-copd https://www.healthline.com/health/copd https://www.who.int/respiratory/copd/causes/en/ https://lungfoundation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Book-COPD-The-Basics-Sep2018.pdf https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/smoking-and-tobacco/how-to-quit-smoking All information contained in this article is intended for general information purposes only.