Recommended Pages at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Christmas - tips to reduce the stress | Better Health Channel
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “Christmas can be a stressful time. The expense of buying gifts, the pressure of last minute shopping and the heightened expectations of family togetherness can all combine to undermine our best intentions. Some practical suggestions can help you reduce your 'Christmas stress'.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
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Houston Chiropractor Chiropractor, Doctor, and CAM
Christmas - tips to reduce the stress | Better Health Channel http://t.co/kJI1LSWD
Dental care - preventing infant tooth decay | Better Health Channel
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “Babies and toddlers need care for their teeth and gums. Dental caries (tooth decay) can occur in babies. Breastfeeding can protect teeth. Bottle feeding should be monitored. Babies and toddlers should not drink juices or soft drinks. Babies and toddlers should have their teeth brushed when their first tooth appears.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Most Recently Shared on October 22, 2010 at 6:01 pm By:
Dr. John Minichetti Dentist and Doctor
Dental care - preventing infant tooth decay: http://j.mp/ctiPF0
Home | Better Health Channel
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “Health and medical information for consumers. Includes healthy living, weight management, recipes, physical activity, pregnancy, nutrition, children's health, and a range of information on the symptoms, care and treatment of many health conditions.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Most Recently Shared on September 21, 2010 at 1:00 am By:
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I must say I do find the Vic government's Better Health Channel a good starting point for basic health information http://ow.ly/3ffOc
Anger - how it affects people | Better Health Channel
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “Anger is a powerful emotion. Uncontrolled anger may cause increased anxiety, high blood pressure and headaches and trigger fights or abuse. Anger management strategies include regular exercise and learning how to relax.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
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Acupuncture - safety and legal issues | Better Health Channel
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “Acupuncture is effective and safe if performed by a skilled practitioner. An unskilled person may cause problems including allergic reactions, infection and injury. When choosing a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), check their qualifications and association membership.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Most Recently Shared on June 16, 2010 at 2:12 am By:
Dr. Gabe Spruch Doctor, CAM, Chiropractor, and Acupuncturist
Acupuncture - safe and painless | Better Health Channel: http://bit.ly/8X18fN via @addthis
Pregnancy - week by week - Better Health Channel.
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “The length of the average pregnancy (gestation) is counted as 40 weeks, starting from the first day of the mother's last menstrual period. The unborn baby's development can be followed week by week throughout the pregnancy.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Most Recently Shared on April 17, 2010 at 11:08 pm By:
SarahStewart Nurse, Midwife, and Advanced Practice Nurse
Pregnancy, week by week http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Pregnancy_week_by_week?OpenDocument
Pregnancy - antenatal checks of your baby - Better Health Channel.
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “An unborn baby's position can be checked by abdominal palpation during an antenatal visit. A midwife or doctor uses the technique on a pregnant woman to determine if the baby is in breech or vertex (head down) position and check the baby's size and development.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Most Recently Shared on April 17, 2010 at 10:14 pm By:
SarahStewart Nurse, Midwife, and Advanced Practice Nurse
Info for you, if you're not sure what your midwife is looking for when she checks your pregnant stomach: http://bit.ly/cUP2IV
Fibre in food - Better Health Channel.
betterhealth.vic.gov.au — “Dietary fibre is found in the indigestible parts of plants. Good sources of fibre include wholegrain foods, fruits and vegetables. Drinking lots of fluid is also important to avoid constipation.The main role of fibre is to keep the digestive system healthy. Fibre has also been shown to benefit diabetes, blood cholesterol levels and weight control.” View full resource at betterhealth.vic.gov.au
