Health & Wellbeing

Cuppa · Cuppa

My wife had shingles once before, I hope I never get it.Until now the old vaccine (Zostavax) has been available free for over 70's.From 1st November 2023 a new vaccine (Shingrix) which is reported to be more effective than Zostavax, will be available free to anyone over 65 years.It is two injection...

dorian · dorian

https://www.pbs.gov.au/industry/listing/elements/pbac-meetings/pbac-outcomes/2022-12/Increased-Dispensing-Quantities-List-of-Medicines.pdf

snap1946 · snap1946

https://painfreesupplies.com.au/collections/health-niche/products/knee-relief-patches-1?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Knee+Patches+-+17%2F07%2F2023+%E2%80%93+%231&utm_campaign=Ad+Angle+1%3A+Clearance+Madness+-+Health+...

msg · msg

Proposed ban of fruit fly pesticide dimethoate concerns growers - ABC News I shake my head over this one. Particularly the comment from one grower "I constantly worry that the government keeps sticking their nose in and even though I don't like dimethoate they'll make the decision to ban somethi...

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

Seems authentic, am wary of me taking Hay fever tablets for 6 months a year, generally get all 3 brands to get $7 off+ when purchased from Chemist Warehouse. Maybe Claratyne is the best of the bunch with the minimum of issues? However best to discuss with your GP. https://youtu.be/16n80OQCVSM Do no...

Gaylehere · Gaylehere

Hubby and I was on 4 weeks holiday. Got home and opened mail next day and behold surgeon booking appointment less than a week away. Did appointment on Monday and they rang up next to day come in the following Monday for aneurysm surgery. Come home last night. Felt sorry hubby drove 2 hours to Brisb...

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

In no way am I suggesting you try it. Only asking if you have had advice from another source, used it, and have had success. Appreciate PM's if you prefer. A 95 year old friend had prostate cancer years ago and had a Bore job done ( my understanding a hole thru the prostate to let the waste fluid to his pee.)...

Gundog · Gundog

I have an increase in pain levels in my hands, more so the right one. I'm taking Fish Oil, Tumeric, Glucosime and Osteo Panadol (prescribed) tried one of the Pain Away sprays work for a short time but stinks I'm now tryiing Voltarin. Any hints or ideas for me ?

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

Hear How after 50 minutes https://tinnitusease.com/b/101.php Its an interesting but long drawn out presentation in my view. Here is the item $49 (US?) a bottle + shipping. But if it works its cheap. https://www.cortexiofficialsite.com/ Any other fixes for my Tinnitus -- Edited by PeterIn...

Craig1 · Craig1

Went for a report on an ultrasound, checked the " docket " today, ah a small increase on the rebate $1.40, but wait, the fee went up by that exact amount. Who is kidding whom Albo ?

Sheba · Sheba

Just home today, after 2 full weeks in Hospital with Pneumonia. And I had the Vaccination for it last year, so that won't neccessarily stop you getting it. Possibly makes it less severe though. At least for the last week I had free TV at Yeppoon Hospital. [ First week was at Rocky Base.] Been waiti...

bcd8238 · bcd8238

Hi all, I'm after some information and any experiences you may have had, particularly with the monitor. I recently had a Boston Scientific pacemaker/defibrillator device fitted and have the Latitude bedside monitor communicator. Being new to this change in my circumstances and not wanting to cu...

Cuppa · Cuppa

We have been travelling for over 5 years now. Last time we were home for a spell was in early 2018. During that time I received & sent away one of the poo tests that us older folk get sent to us. Unexpectedly I was told I needed a colonoscopy as a result. They found inflamation of the caecum & the gen...

Wannabe nomad · Wannabe nomad

FYI I've recently read a very well researched book on things you can do to decrease your chances of developing cognitive decline and dementia. Although it was directed towards 50yrs olds I thought it wouldn't hurt to apply them to myself anyway. There were quite a few things you can do like the usual he...

dorian · dorian

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/96IAAOSwNFphr6w9/s-l1600.jpg

dorian · dorian

https://edition.cnn.com/2023/04/10/health/weight-loss-older-adults-wellness/index.htmlA

dorian · dorian

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-03-23/qld-stinging-tree-gympie-gympie-far-north-queensland/102125176Naomi Lewis has given birth to four children, but nothing prepared her for the excr...

dorian · dorian

https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/12/health/reversing-aging-scn-wellness/index.htmlIn Boston labs, old, blind mice have regained their eyesight, developed smarter, younger brains and built healthier muscle and kidney tiss...

shakey55 · shakey55

Naturopathy is becoming more prevalent today than ever. Having had a good experience with one I thought Id share this. There are many others available, but just putting this one out there. https://melaniejane.com.au/

dorian · dorian

Two local practices have stopped bulk billing some months ago. Is this the trend now? The changes mean that the GPs have given themselves an effective 50% pay hike. Are they doing it tough on $500K per year?

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	Tinnitus..... a fix if you buy this Vita Solution (Preview) Hear How after 50 minutes https://tinnitusease.com/b/101.php Its an interesting but long drawn out presentation in my view. Here is the item $49 (US?) a bottle + shipping. But if it works its cheap. https://www.cortexiofficialsite.com/ Any other fixes for my Tinnitus -- Edited by PeterIn...	PeterInSa	7	685	06:00 PM Jul 30, 2023 by PeterInSa
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