Heart Disease Awareness Australia: Why Canberra is Seeing Red This REDFEBOur heart works tirelessly for us every moment of our lives, but how many times do we return the favour? Between work, family, and everyday responsibilities, health frequently takes a back seat. In Canberra’s fast-paced lives, we often forget about c...Feb 18 · 3 min readgpnorthbourne.hashnode.dev
First Aid for Seizures: How Calm Action Can Make a Life-Saving DifferenceWhat This Article Covers This article explains what seizures are, how to respond calmly and safely, what to do and what to avoid in first aid for seizures, when to call 000, and why informed support truly matters. Be the Shield: A Simple Guide to Sei...Feb 16 · 4 min readgpnorthbourne.hashnode.dev
Cervical Cancer Stays Silent: Why Regular Screening is Your Best DefenceWhat This Article Covers This article explores why cervical cancer is often symptom-free in its early stages, why regular screening is essential, and how your GP helps detect risk before problems develop. We usually rely on our bodies to tell us when...Feb 4 · 5 min readgpnorthbourne.hashnode.dev
Hidden in Plain Sight: Why Initial Thyroid Symptoms In Women Are Often OverlookedWhat This Article Covers This article explains why early thyroid symptoms in women are often subtle and overlooked, outlines common warning signs, explores how GPs assess thyroid concerns, and highlights when it’s important to seek medical advice. Th...Jan 30 · 5 min readgpnorthbourne.hashnode.dev
Why So Many Women Dismiss Early Endometriosis SymptomsHow many times have you been told that ‘period pain is normal’ and ‘everyone experiences cramps’? For many women, period pain is treated as a part of being a woman, a part of growing up. From initial support to silent dismissal, period pains are norm...Jan 29 · 4 min readgpnorthbourne.hashnode.dev