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Eat more plant-based proteins to boost longevity - Harvard Health Two findings published in 2020 suggest that longevity is associated with either increasing plant protein consumption or replacing animal proteins, especially red meat and eggs, with plant protein (...

Diseases linked to Chronic inflammation

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Alert to be safe in view of increased covid numbers.

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) - NSW respiratory surveillance reports - COVID-19 and influenza Surveillance reports with an overview of cases, hospital admissions and deaths for respiratory illness in NSW, including COVID-19, influenza and other viruses.

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Why are you taking a multivitamin? - Harvard Health One in three Americans takes a daily multivitamin even though research shows this doesn't provide any meaningful health benefits for most people. And because of the way supplements are r...

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6 simple tips to reduce your blood pressure - Harvard Health Reducing blood pressure doesn't require major changes. Even losing a small amount of weight and limiting alcohol can make a difference....

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Playing with the fire of inflammation - Harvard Health Chronic inflammation can damage healthy tissues and organs and contribute to heart disease, arthritis, and other health problems. Modifying your diet by eating more antioxidant-rich foods and losin...

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Preventing repeat heart attacks: Mediterranean vs. low-fat diet - Harvard Health For people with heart disease, a Mediterranean diet prevents future heart problems better than a low-fat diet....

Treating yourself with your mind is possible, but there is more to the placebo effect than positive thinking.

Your mind can be a powerful healing tool when given the chance.

"The placebo effect is more than positive thinking — believing a treatment or procedure will work. It's about creating a stronger connection between the brain and body and how they work together," says Professor Ted Kaptchuk of Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, whose research focuses on the placebo effect.

Placebos won't lower your cholesterol or shrink a tumor. Instead, placebos work on symptoms modulated by the brain, like the perception of pain. "Placebos may make you feel better, but they will not cure you," says Kaptchuk. "They have been shown to be most effective for conditions like pain management, stress-related insomnia, and cancer treatment side effects like fatigue and nausea."

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Protect yourself from the damage of chronic inflammation.

Science has proven that chronic, low-grade inflammation can turn into a silent killer that contributes to cardiovas­cular disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes and other conditions. Get simple tips to fight inflammation and stay healthy -- from Harvard Medical School experts.

They found colon polyps: Now what? - Harvard Health Colonoscopy checks the colon for hidden signs of cancer, called polyps. Polyps are growths that could eventually develop into tumors, though relatively few do. The doctor removes polyps during a co...

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Foods that fight inflammation - Harvard Health Pro-inflammatory foods include fried foods, sodas, refined carbohydrates, and red meat. Foods that fight inflammation include green vegetables, berries, whole grains, and fatty fish....

Wearing a mask while indoors slows the spread of COVID-19.

Studies show that face masks reduce COVID-19 cases by 53%.

It is strongly recommended that you wear a mask in indoor settings, particularly in situations where social distancing isn't possible.

If you're planning on shopping indoors, seeing a movie, or heading to the library, don't forget a mask!

More info: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/stay-safe/guidance-on-wearing-face-masks

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How long after catching Covid can you become reinfected and when should you get your booster? Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 likely to cause rates of reinfection to rise among people previously infected, experts warn

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Looking to get your fourth COVID-19 shot? Here's what you need to know As of next Monday, Australians aged 30 and older will be eligible for a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. So how and where can you book your fourth vaccine? Here's what you need to know.

A 4th dose is recommended 3 months after your booster dose if you are:

50 years or older
a resident of an aged care or disability care facility
severely immunocompromised
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and aged 50 years and older.
aged 16-64 and with a medical condition that increases the risk of severe COVID-19 illness (see the table below for expanded groups)
aged 16 to 64 with disability with significant or complex health needs or multiple comorbidities which increase risk of poor outcome.

Book your appointment now

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Soon to be released from COVID-19 self-isolation?

You may be asked to show evidence of your release to your employer, education facility or when travelling internationally.

We will send you a system generated text message that includes a website link to your Medical Clearance Notice, which you’ll most likely receive at around 1am.

Do not delete this text message - download a copy of your notice or take a screenshot to save it.

Please note, you will only receive this text message if you have registered your positive rapid antigen test result or had a PCR test.

More info: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/management/advice-for-confirmed

COVID-19 update – Wednesday 15 June 2022

In the 24-hour reporting period to 4pm yesterday:

- 96.5% of people aged 16+ have had one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine
- 95% of people aged 16+ have had two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine
- 64.1% of people have had three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine*
- 82.8% of people aged 12-15 have had one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine
- 79.1% of people aged 12-15 have had two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine
- 49.8% of people aged 5-11 have had one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine
- 1,355 hospitalisations
- 42 people in ICU
- 14 lives lost
- 7,260 positive tests: 4,874 RAT & 2,386 PCR

*Includes both immunocompromised people who have received a third dose and all people aged 16+ who have received a booster.

More info: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/covid-19/Pages/stats-nsw.aspx

Monkeypox (MPX) has recently been confirmed in Australia. Seek medical help if you think you may be at risk. Australian travellers returning from, or going to, countries where cases have been identified, should be aware that the symptoms of MPX include:
• fever
• swelling of the lymph nodes, and
• distinctive rash on parts of the body including ge****ls.

For more information visit health.gov.au/monkeypox-mpx

Flu vaccine deadline 30 th June

Everyone in NSW over the age of 6 months can receive a FREE flu vaccination from their local GP and pharmacy until 30 June.

The flu isn’t just an ordinary cold. It can cause serious illness and life-threatening complications, even in previously healthy people.

The flu vaccine is your best protection against severe flu and hospitalisation.

More info on the flu vaccine: www.nsw.gov.au/flu

NSW Health continues to advise people who have been in the Sydney CBD area in the past two weeks to be on the lookout for symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease as a sixth case of the disease has now been identified in a person who spent time in the area.

Five cases of Legionnaires’ disease were reported in a public health alert on Thursday May 26, all in people who had also spent time in the CBD area.

While no single source of the cases has been identified, and it is possible the cases are unrelated, NSW Health environmental health officers have worked with the City of Sydney to inspect and sample 124 high priority cooling towers in the area.

Additionally, owners of six towers have been directed to undertake immediate measures to rectify identified defects. Microbial sampling results are expected later this week, to determine if any of these towers are a potential source of the infection.

All six people have been identified with the bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease, which is often associated with contaminated cooling towers of large buildings. People can be exposed to the bacteria if contaminated water particles from the cooling system are emitted into the air and breathed in.

The six people, two women and four men ranging in age from their 40s to 70s, independently visited locations between Elizabeth Street, Clarence Street, Park Street and Martin Place in the 10 days prior to their onset of symptoms. All six people were admitted to hospital for treatment of their pneumonia, with one person now discharged.

Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease can develop up to 10 days from the time of exposure to contaminated water particles in the air and include fever, chills, a cough and shortness of breath and may lead to severe chest infections such as pneumonia.

People who develop Legionnaires’ disease are diagnosed by chest x-ray and a urine test and usually require antibiotic treatment in hospital.

Routine testing of cooling towers helps identify contamination early and allows for prompt cleaning and corrective actions. Legionnaires’ disease cannot be spread from person to person.

Building owners must ensure that their cooling towers are well maintained and that they are compliant with the requirements of the Public Health Regulation 2012.

Public health units in local health districts across NSW follow up every case of Legionnaires’ disease and work closely with local councils in the management of cooling towers.

For more information about water cooling systems management contact your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055 or visit https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/legionellacontrol/Pages/default.aspx

For more information on Legionnaires’ disease: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/legionnaires_disease.aspx

Emergency departments across NSW are currently under significant pressure due to COVID-19 and rise in flu cases.

If you are seriously injured, seriously unwell or have a life-threatening medical emergency, you should visit a hospital emergency department or call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Examples of medical emergencies include sudden collapse, chest pressure or pain lasting more than 10 minutes, breathing difficulty and uncontrollable bleeding.

However for non-urgent medical advice, there are lots of care options available. You can:
• Speak with your doctor
• Call healthdirect for free on 1800 022 222
• Visit the healthdirect website: www.healthdirect.gov.au
• Speak to your pharmacist

Let’s make sure those who need emergency medical care can receive it by saving ambulances and emergency departments for saving lives.

If you’re eligible for an additional COVID-19 winter booster, it’s important that you get it as soon as you’re due.

The additional booster dose has been recommended to protect those at higher risk of serious illness from COVID-19. We spend more time indoors during winter, increasing the chance of infection, so it is important to be as protected as possible.

You can go for your winter booster 4 months after your first booster dose. If you’ve had COVID-19 since your first booster dose, you can get your winter booster dose 3 months after infection.

If you’re eligible for an additional COVID-19 booster dose, you may also be eligible for a for a free flu vaccine, which you can get at the same time.

For more information on COVID-19 winter booster doses and eligibility, visit www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/vaccination/get-vaccinated/boosters