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20th July 2026Your stories

Denise’s story: Climbing Sydney Harbour Bridge just 14 weeks after knee replacement surgery

"My surgeon believed in me". Read Denise’s story about how she went from undergoing knee replacement surgery at The Winterbourne Hospital to climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge 3 months later. Read more
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30th June 2026Healthy living

Beat the heat: Tips for keeping safe in the summer

Knowing how to keep you and your environment cool during the summer can help prevent you from developing heat-related health concerns, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke Read more
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19th June 2026Women's health

Irregular periods: What to look out for and how to manage them

Occasional irregular periods can be normal. However, if they are persistently unpredictable, it can be a sign of an underlying health concern  Read more
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29th May 2026Your body

Eustachian tube dysfunction: Causes, symptoms and treatments

Eustachian tube dysfunction is a common condition that impacts the ear and can cause pressure, muffled hearing, a feeling of fullness in the ear, popping sounds, and tinnitus Read more
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12th May 2026Your body

How to get rid of and prevent piles

Piles are swollen tissue found inside or around your bottom area that can cause discomfort and pain Read more
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