Healthy Daylesford: Reflections on Wisdom
Claire Taubert It is no secret that as we grow older, our physical health and capacity change—and...
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The Cold Truth: How Deliberate Cold Exposure Can Boost Your Health, Mood, and Resilience
Cold exposure, once a survival challenge, is now being embraced as a tool for enhancing health and resilience. The practise of deliberately subjecting the body to cold has gained popularity among athletes, biohackers and wellness enthusiasts. This article explores the evidence about cold exposure to help readers decide whether it is right for them.
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Shock Closure of Annecto Aged and Disability Services
Aged care and disability provider, Annecto has announced that it will cease all operations in July 2025, citing financial challenges and shifts in service models as key reasons for their decision. Annecto clients and their families will need to transition their care to new providers in a short timeframe.
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Blue Trees and Youth Mental Health
The Blue Tree Project is a grassroots mental health initiative, one of several in the Shire. Youth Mental Health First Aid, the Blue Tree Project and Live4Life aim to address mental health challenges by promoting awareness and equipping community members with the skills to support young people in need.
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Healthy Daylesford: Maintaining and Improving Balance for Healthy Ageing
Balance is an essential aspect of human function, allowing us to perform everyday tasks, engage in physical activity, and enjoy an active lifestyle. As we age, balance can become compromised, leading to an increased risk of falls, but exercise strategies are effective in improving balance and reducing falls risk.
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Healthy Daylesford: Understanding Tension Headaches
Characterized by a dull, aching sensation that can range from mild to severe, tension headaches often occur as a result of stress, fatigue or muscle tension and can affect individuals of all ages. It is essential to understand their causes, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated.
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Flu Season Has Arrived Early
Flu is shaping up as a major problem this year from May to October. Infections in Australia are already up 50% for the first quarter compared to the same period last year. Vaccination at pharmacies or GP surgeries is recommended.
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Is Medicare Still Fit For Purpose?
Today’s Medicare has its origins in the Medibank program introduced 50 years ago by the Whitlam Government but the Medicare funding model was not designed to deal with the dramatic growth of chronic disease. A new Medicare model is needed – one that puts more emphasis on keeping people healthy. At the first in a series of Daylesford Conversations, Dr Hal Swerissen will explore new directions for Medicare.
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Healthy Daylesford: A Guide to Healthy Sleeping
Insomnia is the most commonly reported sleep disorder. Local physiotherapist, Cameron Ivchenko, offers advice for people who may be affected.
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Daylesford Hospital Surgical Theatre Renamed to Honour Maddicks Family
Daylesford Health received another generous gift of $250,000 from the Maddicks Estate in January 2025 bringing the total donated since 1999 to an incredible $778,000. To recognise the family’s legacy, Central Highlands Rural Health have renamed the surgical ward the “Maddicks Theatre”.
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Virtual Women’s Health Clinics Launched in Regional Victoria
A new virtual women’s health clinic will be launched in regional Victoria, providing free access to services such as endometriosis and pelvic pain care, menstrual health, cervical screening, menopause care, breast health care, and abortion.
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Exercise and Healthy Ageing
Exercise is one of the most effective ways to promote healthy ageing. Engaging in regular physical activity can significantly enhance the quality of life, improve longevity and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
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