Women's health Archives

CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING – WHAT’S CHANGED?

CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING – WHAT’S CHANGED IN 2023? Cervical cancer is an important cancer to be aware of, and screen for, in Australian women. The last few years have been confusing for many women – not knowing the newest changes to cervical cancer screening in… Read more

Common Symptoms of PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common health condition that affects 8-13% of women of reproductive age. We don’t know the exact cause of PCOS, but genetics has an important role, and family history is also important. PCOS is commonly associated with increased levels of… Read more

Menopause Knowledge Drop

Management and treatment of menopausal symptoms depend on each individual woman’s experience. Healthy living, herbal and complementary therapies (including herbs and phytoestrogens), menopausal hormone therapy, or MHT (formerly called hormone replacement therapy, or HRT), or some non-hormonal prescription medications may assist with symptoms. If you’re… Read more

Mothers, Sisters, Wives and Daughters – Your Health is Valuable and Precious.

WOMEN’S HEALTH There’s more to women’s health than meets the eye. Each season of life bears different challenges and responsibilities, and every woman is unique in her own biological, social and psychological make up. Having a regular long-standing GP can be valuable in order for… Read more