The Health News – 2 May 2017

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• Seven new ambulances will be stationed in South Australia’s remote Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands in an effort to improve the region’s health services and boost staff safety. The vehicles will be purpose-built for outback conditions and contain GPS trackers, two-way radios, and satellite communications.

 Ramsay Healthcare Limited will face the Federal Court to answer accusations by the ACCC that it abused market power by warning a group of surgeons away from a potential competitor. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has alleged that when a group of surgeons made plans to establish a competing surgery, Ramsay management told them their involvement could mean reduced access to operating theatres at the Baringa Hospital.

• Due to a gap in mental health analysis for those over 65, the Federal Government’s National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has partnered with Beyond Blue to launch a $5 million research grant round. Beyond Blue said around 15 per cent of Australians over 65 were depressed and men over 85 were the most likely to commit suicide.

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Fitbit

Fitbit Charge 2 Free ShippingCheck out the new offering from the #1 selling tracker, the Fitbit Charge 2 wristband. It is made of a flexible, durable elastomer material similar to that used in many sports watches.

 

The Charge 2 tracker and buckle are made with surgical-grade stainless steel. The gunmetal Charge 2 features a gunmetal stainless steel buckle and frame made with a premium PVD plating process. The rose gold Charge 2 features a 22k rose gold plated stainless steel buckle and frame also made with a premium PVD plating process.

Vitamin King

Among Vitamin King’s wide array of health products is the V-Drive by Blooms. Testofen® (trigonella foenum-graecum) is its main ingredient. A recent clinical trial in Australia Testofen® showed some positive results. The double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial, examined the effect of Testofen® on the symptoms of possible androgen deficiency, sexual function and serum androgen concentrations in healthy aging males (43-70 years old). Researchers found that Testofen® supplementation decreased the presence of self-reported androgen deficiency symptoms, increased sexual function and increase serum testosterone.

Personalabs

Personalabs.com provides confidential, secure, convenient and affordable blood testing, health screenings, drug testing and testing for sexually transmitted diseases. Clients choose from a range of low-cost tests – all ordered online in a totally discreet process – and then visit one of over 4,000 lab locations nationwide. Personalabs work with both Quest Diagnostics and Labcorp of America. No doctor’s orders, no appointments, no insurance necessary! As we provide the doctor’s order to the customer and they can just turn up at one of the labs with their lab order.

My Snoring Solution

Stop Snoring Now!Snoring research has shown that a jaw supporter (worn during sleep time) that keeps the lower jaw in an upward position increases the three dimensional space in the airway tube which reduces air velocity and soft tissue vibration. By increasing the volumetric capacity of the airway and preventing soft tissue vibrations, snoring can be eliminated or substantially reduced. The My Snoring Solution Jaw Supporter comfortably keeps the lower jaw in an upward/forward position and increases three-dimensional space in the airway. It may help provide healthy REM sleep and normal jaw positioning, reducing the Obstructive Sleep Apnea associated health risks without the need for surgery, medications, cumbersome devices or therapy.

Dental Plans

A dental savings plan functions a lot like a membership at a warehouse club. You pay an annual fee and get access to significantly reduced rates. And dental savings plans offer many benefits over traditional dental insurance. Choose from 30+ different plans from the healthcare brands you already know and trust like Cigna, Aetna and more. Dental Plans have affordable plans to fit any need and budget. And, depending on the plan you choose, you’ll save 10% to 60% on your next visit. Get in touch and they would be happy to help you determine what best fits your needs.

Medex Supply

Great Prices on all stethoscopes!Medex Supply is one of the largest catalogs of medical, surgical, and diagnostic supplies available online and among the products that they sell are various types of stethoscopes. They can accommodate your facility’s needs of quality stethoscopes from their extensive online collection of products from globally recognized and trusted brands. Their extensive selection, low prices, fast shipping, and friendly, knowledgeable customer service makes Medex Supply a #1 favorite with universities, hospitals, doctors, nurses, schools, laboratories, government agencies, and more.

Flora & Fauna


Flora & Fauna is very focused on making responsible decisions, our environment and leading the way in terms of a retailer. Flora & Fauna was founded by Julie Mathers, an animal, nature and planet lover. Our purpose is to change the way people shop.
The company is based in Galston NSW and they are very passionate about living ethically, nature and natural alternatives. They seek to source the best natural, organic vegan skin care, make up, body, home, fashion and lifestyle products out there whether it is from Australia or beyond. They have a huge range with over 3000 products and nothing is tested on animals.

Price Rite Mart


PriceRiteMart is a wholly owned subsidiary of MCL Pty Ltd. and is a supporting warehouse for many of Australia’s best perfume retails outlets and has been in business since 2001. They guarantee you the lowest prices for the highest quality of fragrances, beauty and personal care products.

 

At PriceRiteMart you are dealing directly the importer, ensuring you always get the latest and newest products at the lowest possible price.

The Health News – 1 May 2017

Overview:

• Australian Red Cross Blood Service spokeswoman Jemma Falkenmire said their new campaign includes informing people who are irregular blood donors thru text where their donation went.

 A team of volunteer doctors from the United States and the United Kingdom spent the last few days on a volunteer medical mission in the camps of Lebanon with the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS). Dr Naveed Iqbal, 38, is on his 10th volunteer medical mission with Syrian refugees, but the Manchester GP told the ABC the conditions he saw in refugee camps in Lebanon this week were the worst he had ever seen.

• Television broadcasters are under pressure to expand services that allow the blind to watch television. the commercial TV industry in Australia says a range of technical and cost issues affect the viability of the service here but campaigners argue more than 350,000 blind and vision-impaired Australians were missing out. Bruce Maguire, Vision Australia’s lead policy adviser who was born blind, said without access to television programs, people were denied the opportunity to participate in the recreational activity.

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