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Health & Wellbeing

Taking charge of your health

Our health is our most valuable resource. When our health is threatened, it quickly becomes obvious that the things that tend to preoccupy us suddenly seem much less important. It’s in these...

‘Private world of pain’ portraits of endometriosis

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, which aims to raise the profile of a debilitating disease that affects one in nine Australian women. Canberra artist Melissa Hammond photographed local woman Kristy Stephenson, who lives with Stage IV Endometriosis – the most advanced stage.

Study seeks to improve understanding around chronic pain

Researchers from the University of South Australia studied how young people understand chronic pain, in hopes of helping sufferers “debunk pain myths” and better manage their symptoms. Lead researcher and pain expert, Dr Hayley Leake says that where people think their pain is coming from matters, as unhelpful beliefs can prevent them from accessing the best care.

Ex-bodybuilder wins Telstra award for Accelerating Women

An ex-bodybuilder turned holistic health coach has been recognised in the ACT 2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards. 39-year-old Jenifer Lee won the gong in the Accelerating Women category for her Fyshwick business, Wildly Strong – “and I didn’t need a six pack to do that”. Jenifer joined the fitness industry at just 18 years old, in part due to her own struggles with body image.

The pursuit of happiness and why it makes us sad

Come on get happy! Or not. How is it possible that today’s International Day of Happiness (20 March), a global call to embrace happiness and wellbeing, can encourage feelings that are the antitheses of the warm, glowy emotion we’re supposed to feel?

The 5 most popular wellbeing tutorials, and why they work

Thanks to rising cost of living, many Canberrans may find themselves turning to at-home methods of self-care to de-stress and look after their wellbeing. A recent study revealed which wellbeing-centred YouTube tutorials see the highest search volumes every month and University of Canberra’s Dr Vivienne Lewis explained why the highest-ranking methods work, and may be worth a try.

Rainbow of produce best prevention against prostate cancer

Men who regularly consume colourful fruits and vegetables are less likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer (PC), according to new research from the University of South Australia.

Seniors feature, Autumn 2023

Check out our seniors special featuring a host of local business for ideas on keeping fit, healthy and fully engaged in life as you age.

Bad dreams and sleep hygiene with Dr Vivienne Lewis at UC

The internet is saturated with ‘Dreams you shouldn’t ignore’, but what does psychology say about signs that dreams should be addressed in reality? University of Canberra's Dr Vivienne Lewis discusses how stress and anxiety can play out while we sleep.

Jaw surgeon debunks ‘mewing’ beauty trend

According to Dr Coceancig, mewing is “a waste of time” and those who attempt it will not experience a permanent change to their jawline.

Do Aussies want to get married?

New research shows that nearly half of single Aussies don’t ever want to get married, while 28 per cent are unsure. That leaves just 29 per cent of Aussie singles who are the 'marrying type.'

3-step meditation to enhance intimacy this Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day is a great time to reignite romance and focus on improving your relationship with your partner. To reignite that spark in your relationship, Meditation and mindfulness expert Soelae Riley has shared her three step tantric meditation guide designed to enhance intimacy and love for couples in time for Valentine's Day.

Why do my veins hurt: Your vein questions answered

Here’s Dr Zil Yassine, Medical Director of The Vein Institute, answering some of your commonly asked vein questions.

Mental fatigue could limit pro tennis performance

Pro tennis players are amongst the top elite athletes known for their stamina and determination, but many may also experience mental fatigue, which has potential to slash their chance at winning matches.

Classical Yoga apprenticeship with Bill Giles

Bill Giles is once again offering to teach a small number of people the valued skills of classical yoga, hatha and raja yoga.

Health, not weight, the focus for Casey Donovan in 2023

Hitting the spotlight at a young age can be difficult for anyone, but to have your body scrutinised by millions of people on top of it can be agonising. It is a pain Australian Idol 2004 winner, Casey Donovan, knows all too well, taking out the singing competition at just 16.

Get a fresh start for 2023

Get a fresh start for 2023 with some of the finest business in Canberra that can help improve your health and wellbeing in the new year.

Tips to make new year’s resolutions stick

A whopping 96 per cent of Australians give up on their new year's resolutions by the end of January, with experts suggesting we make more realistic goals.

Christmas blues: How to celebrate when you don’t feel like it

With Dr Lisa Myers, Psychiatrist and author of 'When the Light Goes Out', offers nine top tips to help you cope during the festive season, especially if you don't feel like celebrating.

More than skin deep: Alicia Louise Lillington

A technology change leader for the Australian Government, keynote speaker and model, Alicia Lillington shares five things she can’t live without, and a look at what goes on underneath the skin. On days...

Why your mind matters: Jealousy: Companion to many, friend to none

In her occasional column for Canberra Daily, ‘Why your mind matters’, founder of Anytime Counselling, Tina Kendall-Davis BA, BEd, DipCouns, GradDipPsyc, offers general advice to help us cope in everyday situations. This week’s topic: Jealousy: Companion to many, friend to none.

See what’s new at Curves Jamison in 2023

The key to success is finding a place where you’re comfortable to grow, say Anita O’Meara, owner of Curves Jamison of 14 years, and Nikki Ettema, coach of eight years and new co-owner.

New non-surgical treatments at CAPS

The CAPS Clinic is one of Canberra’s most trusted and versatile aesthetic clinics, offering plastic and reconstructive surgery, skin cancer management and nonsurgical skin treatments.

Canberra’s extreme pollen days may cause flare-ups and breakouts

According to Healthy Skin Solutions' Luke Clews, both the pollen count and irregular climate also causing a wave of unexpected flare-ups of eczema and dermatitis.

Wellbeing: what do you do for fun?

Am I imagining it, or did we have an easier, more natural relationship with fun in years past?

All I want for Christmas is ’Nice New Teeth’!

‘All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth’ … but what if you could get all new teeth instead?

You are a born healer

Take your mind back to your childhood and remember all the cuts and scrapes you had, possibly even the bones you broke and the childhood illnesses you navigated.

YK Orthodontics offers affordable options up front

Now open at Lakeview House in Tuggeranong, YK Orthodontics is dedicated to excellence in orthodontic treatment.

Why your mind matters: When 7 8 9

In her occasional column for Canberra Daily, ‘Why your mind matters’, founder of Anytime Counselling, Tina Kendall-Davis BA, BEd, DipCouns, GradDipPsyc, offers general advice to help us cope in everyday situations. This week’s topic: When 7 8 9.

What’s up Doc? Healthcare workers take out hottest profession

How did a worldwide pandemic affect our perception of attractiveness as a society? We know that online dating usage surged from late 2019 to 2022, as lockdowns and isolation took a global loneliness...
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