Health & Wellbeing

28 June 2026

A new chapter in dementia support

SOMERSET is well on its way to becoming a dementia friendly region, following the launch of its dementia friendly initiative and the release of a new children’s book on Thursday, 11 June. Two hundred seniors attended the Dementia Friendly Launch at t...

28 June 2026

Dads urged to open up about feelings with family

Many fathers are still reluctant to talk about stress, anxiety and mental health challenges, despite the impact it can have on both themselves and their children, according to parenting experts. Triple P International Head of Training and clinical ps...

28 June 2026

Egg exposure, allergy relief

Australian guidelines encouraging parents to introduce egg into a baby’s diet during the first year of life have been linked to a significant reduction in egg allergies among young children, new research has found. The study, led by The University of...

20 June 2026

Join ‘hot girls check their girls’

Adaptive Movement Woodford is closing the gap between Pilates and purpose with a charity fundraiser event honouring one of their own on June 28. Kim Irvin, one of our original Woodford studio members, has just completed her breast cancer treatment. I...

20 June 2026

Standing with those who care

By Wellways Carer Gateway As more than 640,000 Queenslanders dedicate their time to caring for family members and loved ones, support organisations are reminding carers that help is available and that they do not have to navigate the journey alone. 1...

20 June 2026

Medication and sleep apnoea

By CPAP Australia GLP-1 medications have become one of the biggest talking points in health and weight loss, with many people wondering whether they could also be the answer to obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). While the research is promising, it’s imp...

15 June 2026

Grab a snag and chat this Men’s Health Week

Contributed by Burpengary Men’s Shed As Men’s Health Week approaches from June 15–21, the Burpengary Men’s Shed is stepping up to support the wellbeing of local men with a friendly, community‑focused event. On Tuesday, June 16, from 9 am to 11 am, th...

15 June 2026

No referral, no judgement

An innovative new West Moreton Health service is providing support and treatment for young people struggling with substance use. The first of its kind in the West Moreton region, the Youth Alcohol and Drug Service is available to people aged 12–25 wh...

14 June 2026

Helping reverse the risk of frailty

A PERSONALISED online health program is showing strong potential to reduce and even reverse frailty risk in older people, according to new research. The six month Adelaide University study involved 60 participants aged over 60, with half given access...