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The early years of a child’s life are the most significant for building strong communication and language skills. This is because, during the first three years of life, a child’s brain is developing at a rapid rate and the child is extremely receptive to learning. A child’s relationships and experiences during their early years greatly

As a GP, the most rewarding aspect of my work is an opportunity to promote and practice preventive medicine in the community. I witnessed first-hand the devastating effects of cervical cancer in a patient during my hospital training days. This left a big impact on me and not a day goes by without me asking patients about their last cervical screening test (CST). In this article, I’d like to share some of the questions I frequently get asked during a consultation.

Heart diseases remains a devastating illness, affecting the lives of tens of thousands of Australian families. Every 12 minutes an Australian dies from heart, stroke or vascular diseases. More than 57,000 Australians suffers from heart attack each year. The most unfortunate fact is that most heart attacks and strokes are entirely preventable. From 1st April

Have you been on antibiotics this winter? Have you considered taking probiotics to replenish your gut bacteria and improve your digestive health? Current research is revealing that our gut bacteria have a big influence on our body, especially the immune system. Adding in probiotics after antibiotic treatment through natural or synthesised forms has been shown

Often misunderstood health specialists, podiatrists are the lower limb health experts. They treat problems and conditions associated with the lower limbs, diagnosing the cause through a variety of assessments. From the most superficial fungal toenails to complex foot pain and plantar fasciitis, a podiatrist can assist with your battle against a variety of foot issues.

What is asthma? Maybe you or a member of your family have just been diagnosed with asthma or maybe you have been dealing with it for years. Asthma is a disease of the airways – which are the breathing tubes that carry air into our lungs. Sometimes it is harder for a person with asthma to

Seasonal allergies—also called “allergic rhinitis” or “hay fever”—cause itchy eyes, runny noses, sneezing, and scratchy throats in certain people whose immune systems are prone to allergies. The actual triggers that cause these symptoms may vary from season to season. The most common triggers are trees in the spring, and grass in the summer. All of

As instructed by the Federal and State Governments it has been advised that ALL Australians should have a Flu Vaccination this year, particularly our vulnerable in the Community. The Madison Medical Practices have received all GOVERNMENT and PRIVATE Flu Vaccinations for all age groups so please “DON'T” let your health be at an added risk