Hysterectomy
A decision not to be made lightly A hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus (womb) from a woman. Having a hysterectomy is major surgery. The decision to have a hysterectomy…
Heart Disease
Women and heart disease What is heart (cardiovascular) disease? Cardiovascular disease affects either the heart or major blood vessels (arteries) supplying the heart, the brain and other parts of the…
Headaches
Headaches are a common condition which can occur for a wide variety of reasons. There are two broad categories of headaches: Primary headaches – including tension, migraine or cluster headaches…
Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes: a health concern for women Diabetes explained Diabetes is a condition in which there is too much glucose (a type of sugar) in the blood. This happens…
Cholesterol
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance produced naturally by the body and is found in our blood. It is essential for the function of every cell in the…
Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer (cancer of the cervix) is the second most common cancer experienced by women world-wide. In Australia every year, around 800 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer. Half of…
Breast Health
About your breasts The primary function of breasts is to produce milk following the birth of a baby. Each breast is made up of 15 – 20 lobes. These contain…
Breast Cancer
What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is an abnormal growth of cells which, in the breast, starts in the milk ducts. It may grow into surrounding tissues and spread ultimately…
Bladder and Bowel
Pelvic floor exercises – keeping you strong on the inside In Australia over three million women experience urinary incontinence. Any woman who has ever gone through pregnancy and childbirth, or…
Ageing Well
While people are living longer they are not always living healthier. Aging well is about emotional wellbeing, as well as good mental and physical function. Socialising and participating in physical…