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Closing the gap in life expectancy
The life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians can be mainly attributed to chronic diseases, a new report has found. But while some inroads have been made into the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the report says there is still a long way to go. The health and welfare […]
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Anti-smoking campaign kicks off
In a national first, a new hard hitting advertising campaign urging Indigenous Australians to break the chain and quit smoking hit the airwaves, newspapers and TV screens today as the Gillard Government continues its world leading action to combat tobacco use. This campaign depicts a young Indigenous woman reflecting on her own experience of having […]
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Spreading the word
When it comes to preventing Sexually Transmissible Infections (STIs) there should be no taboos – unfortunately they are a fact of life and talking about them, and learning how to ‘stay safe’ from them can avoid potentially serious health problems down the track. Aboriginal sexual health officer who works across the NSW’s Southern Local Health […]
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Know your carbs
Chances are you’ve probably already heard all about low-carb diets – the latest popular trend for people who want to lose weight fast. These diets basically work by replacing foods that are high in digestible carbohydrates with foods that are high in protein, certain fats and low in carbohydrates. So just why do carbs play […]
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Mind over matter
Got the blues? Get out of your head and back into your body with exercise. It’s not only food that can make you feel happier and healthier… so can exercise. Most people think that you only exercise to get a six pack and look good on the beach, but there’s an even more important reason […]
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Posture
Stand up straight! Shoulders back, chin up, stomach in! When we think of posture, we think of someone older barking commands at us, but the fact is good posture has a huge impact on our health and wellbeing. The human body was designed by nature to spend most of it’s time standing up, walking to […]
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Smoking – It’s killing us
Tobacco may be part of our past, but a new program aims to ensure the negative health and cultural (and financial) impacts don’t carry on into the future. “One study found that the average extended family in these remote communities spends the equivalent of one 4-wheel drive a year on cigarettes or $50,000” – Tom […]
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Pump it up!
Pumpkin is the vegie of choice for a warming winter salad. Who says salads are only for summer? Or that vegetables are only for vegetarians? This warm roasted vegetable salad is divine for the colder months when you feel like a salad but eating lettuce doesn’t appeal. You can substitute all your favourite vegies or […]
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Seeing eye to eye
Thanks to the work of The Fred Hollows Foundation and a team of dedicated health professionals from Alice Springs Hospital and local Aboriginal Medical Services, more and more Indigenous Australians are regaining their sight. Deadly Vibe recently spoke with the coordinator of the most recent ‘eye blitz’ in Australia, Angus Thornton, to find out why […]
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Risky Business – Immunisation
Fewer children are being immunised, which may put them at risk of getting diseases they could avoid. Australian health authorities aim to have 90 per cent of the population immunised against diseases at any one time. That’s considered a ‘good rate of coverage’ by international standards, but at the moment in Australia, it’s well below […]
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Raising sexual health awareness
Snake Condoms is working with Indigenous communities this National Close the Gap Day (25 March) to turn around the latest statistics that show rural, remote and young Indigenous populations are at a higher risk of sexually transmitted infections. The latest report from the National Centre for HIV Epidemiology and Clinical Research at the University of […]
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Running for good health
If you’re getting bored with walking or are too busy to exercise, why not include some running in your fitness program for faster results in a shorter time? Our bodies are built for high-energy output The human body is an amazing machine that is built for movement. Before the great scientific and technological advancements of […]
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Fish Skewers
For many people, Good Friday is the day to eat fish for dinner, but these fish-and-vegie skewers are delicious on any day of the week. Saltwater people eat fish all year round, but some people focus on fish as the main dish at Easter, especially on Good Friday. Fish skewers make a great summer meal. […]
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Tropical Fruit Pops
Serve up these yummy fruit pops to the kids on a hot summers day for a healthy and delicious alternative to buying ice blocks. You’ll save money too. You can make these using a plastic ice block maker such as the one pictured but you don’t need it. Instead use a plastic cup and simply […]
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Go fish!
Fishing for other ways to serve fish? These yummy salmon patties are a piece of cake to make. Eating two serves of oily fish each week is recommended for good health, but not everyone likes strong-tasting salmon or has access to cheap fresh fish. This recipe offers an alternative using canned fish. These fish cakes […]
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