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Health & Wellbeing

2021 was tough but still a good year for Greek extra-virgin olive oils

In the midst of the COVID -19 pandemic that held the world in its grip in 2021, one of the unexpected consequences was that more people became interested in cooking …

Comeback Kid’s parents at heart of changes to medical procedure

When Jo Traikos waited to take her son Josh, 11, home after a routine 25-minute operation, she did not expect to be confronted with the nightmare no parent should have …

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The Mediterranean Diet in a capsule

What if we could encapsulate all the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and create a health supplement that would be one of a kind? This is what a group of …

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COVID-19 seems to be everywhere, so how do we manage this in our home?

Dr Simonis is an experienced GP and member of the RACGP Expert Committee Quality Care and here she share’s some medical advice on how we can manage mild COVID-19 at …

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From the original Greek word dieta, to diet as weight loss – What changed?

The word diet originates from the Greek dieta meaning to live normally. However, nowadays it mostly refers to restricting food to help weight loss rather than a way to enjoy …

Greek medical pioneers of last 200 years remembered in special study

The results of a study looking at the contribution of Greek pioneers in the fields of medicine and biomedical research in the 200 years since the independence is to be …

Mary Philippou has less than six weeks to get life-enhancing Russian treatment

It could literally be “make or break” for Mary Philippou as she prepares to fly to Russia to receive specialised treatment that will help her fight with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) …

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‘Keeping Well During the Pandemic’ online webinars for CALD Communities

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on our mental health and wellbeing, leaving many struggling with stress, sadness and many other emotions and experiences. As part of October’s …

Peter Verveniotis forges a full life despite battle with Thalassaemia

As chair of the not-for-profit Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Australia (TASCA), Peter Verveniotis knows a thing or two about the chronic genetic disorders that his organisation is dedicated to offering …

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It’s World Mental Health Day: How are you feeling?

World Mental Health Day is marked on 10 October, to mobilise efforts globally in support of mental healthcare and raising awareness of mental health issues but also serving as a …

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