Liz McGrath

2 weeks ago | bodyandsoul.com.au | Hayley Hinze |Larissa Ham |Liz McGrath

Prostate cancer has overtaken breast cancer as the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia. Early diagnosis is the key to saving lives. Here are the symptoms, risk factors and screening options every man needs to know about. You don’t need to be a man over 50 (or a former US President) to be at risk of prostate cancer. Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis is an important reminder for men of all ages to be aware of their body and act on any changes.

Aug 6, 2024 | houseofwellness.com.au | Liz McGrath |Tianna Nadalin

Wondering if at-home face masks are worth it? Explore the pros and cons of various at-home treatments and how to select the best one for your skin. You’re not alone if your beauty budget is feeling the pinch in today’s cost-of-living climate. Interest rates, inflation, energy bills and more hits on the back pocket mean many of us are opting for at-home beauty solutions over salon treatments.

Jul 17, 2024 | houseofwellness.com.au | Liz McGrath |Tianna Nadalin

Health authorities are issuing warnings as whooping cough infections spike across the country. Known medically as pertussis, whooping cough is a respiratory illness characterised by severe coughing fits that can lead to complications such as pneumonia, seizures and even death. Health experts say 2024 is on track to become the worst year for the disease since 2016, with more than 13,000 cases already reported, compared to 2477 across Australia in the whole of last year.

Jul 11, 2024 | medicalxpress.com | Liz McGrath

A new study has revealed significant discrepancies in the prescription of COVID-19 antivirals, indicating that many patients may not have received the most effective treatment available. The retrospective observational study, by researchers from The University of Western Australia and Notre Dame University, analyzed Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) data, and highlighted the need for improved prescription practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Jun 6, 2024 | houseofwellness.com.au | Liz McGrath |Michelle Rose |Tianna Nadalin

Experts reveal which is the healthiest milk for your body and the planet, from traditional dairy to plant-based alternatives. Gone are the days of “I’ll grab milk on the way home” because… well, which milk? There is reduced fat, low fat, skim, lactose free or A2 dairy milk. Or any one of the explosion of plant-based alternatives – whether made from nuts, grains or legumes – that now cater to our different tastes, nutritional needs and ethical and environmental concerns.