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Happy International Women’s day 💖
Today is an annual event that brings attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights and violence and abuse against women.
This year’s campaign is all about equity. As a General Practitioner, I regularly treat people that start from different places and journeys without judgment. Helping to bring true inclusion into modern day medicine.
So whatever your background don’t delay seeking medical help today.
Take care and stay healthy 😘
Dr Nora 💉
World Diabetes Day
Type 2 diabetes is a rapidly growing national problem. 100,000 Australians developed diabetes in the past year and type 2 diabetes accounts for around 85% of all diabetes.
Early identification and management of people with type 2 diabetes is very important.
Thirst, lethargy, change in weight and passing urine frequently are some of the common symptoms of diabetes.
Checking your risk for diabetes is simple and quick and can be done with your GP.
If you have any questions or concerns about diabetes or would like to have your risk checked pop by and see me in clinic.
Take care and stay healthy 😘
Dr Nora 💉
World Mental Health Day ❤️
During my working week I spend a lot of time dealing with mental health concerns. From anxiety, to depression to eating disorders amongst many others. Mental health is a serious and real issue. One in five Australians aged 16-85 experience a mental illness in any year. Often people may be too shy or worried about judgment to come forward and seek help, however, there is ample support if you need it. Your general practitioner can facilitate psychological therapy sessions, medication or even just regular support, because a problem shared is a problem halved.
If you or someone you know is struggling please pop by and see me in clinic for further help.
Take care and stay healthy 😘
Dr Nora 💉
Useful helplines:
☎️ Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
☎️ Lifeline: 13 11 14
☎️ Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
☎️ MensLine: 1300 78 9978
Don’t look back
Unless you use it in a positive manner. It’s very easy to dwell on past experiences and ruminate about what could have or should have been done. Rather than spending your precious effort on this, use this energy to think about what you have learned and how you could overcome this in future. By doing this, not only will you learn to grow as a person but you’ll also be stronger.
Take care and stay healthy 😘
Dr Nora 💉
Look after your heart ❤️
Heart disease is a major cause of health problems and death in Australia. The good news is, it’s often preventable. Here are my top tips to keep your heart ticking along nice and strong:
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Reduce consumption of foods that are high in saturated fats such as butter
- Exercise regularly after checking with your health provider. This could be a simple stroll on the beach or a brisk walk
- Stop smoking
- Cut down on alcohol
- Keep stress levels to a low and do activities that make you feel happy
- See you doctor regularly for a heart health check up.
If you are concerned about your heart or would like a check up, pop by and see me in clinic.
Take care and stay healthy 😘
Dr Nora 💉
