Elanora Heights Medical Practice

Less than one month ago, an exciting piece of research was published in the esteemed scientific journal Nature Microbiology. Around the world, antibiotics are becoming less effective and antibiotic resistance is on the rise. In an effort to overcome this challenge, researchers from Friedrich Schiller University in Germany set out to discover potential new sources of antibiotics. […]

Our body houses a number of important systems to maintain optimal health. You might be familiar with the cardiovascular system, digestive system and nervous system but have you heard of the lymphatic system?  Made up of an intricate networks of organs, vessels and specialised fluid, the lymphatic system plays a major role in removing toxins and […]

Summer has well and truly left us now. Beach towels, stone fruit and flip flops are now replaced with warming casseroles, cosy blankets and extra layers of clothing. Our everyday routine undergoes a seasonal makeover four times a year, and in many ways our approach to health should too.  The health habits we adopt during Summer […]

  It’s nearing the end of January and in just over a month we will say a bittersweet goodbye to Summer as we enter the cooler Autumn months.    This Summer we have been blessed with beautiful blue skies and balmy evenings. And while the warm weather encourages us to get outside and spend more […]

It’s that time of year again. We are nearing the end of December, the holiday festivities are in full swing and we are one sleep away from Christmas!   As the year draws to a close, we wanted to express our immense gratitude and appreciation for our wonderful Elanora Medical community; our practitioners, our patients, […]

‘Plant-based diets’ are set to be one of the fastest growing food trends this year. Praised by the likes of health practitioners, scientists, researchers and the general public; it’s safe to say that this popular nutrition craze is far more than a fleeting fad.   In recent years there has been a surge in scientific […]

Movement is an essential building block for human health. The evidence is clear – an active lifestyle is associated with a plethora of health benefits; whether it’s the immediate mental clarity and exhilaration following a long run, or the long-term improvements in cardiovascular health by committing to an extra two thousand steps per day. And […]

Most of us are familiar with the sensation of “butterflies” in our stomach when we feel nervous before a big event. We might also experience an immediate “gut instinct” about someone when we meet them for the first time. Or what about that painful “gut wrenching” feeling brought on by emotional heartache?   Not surprisingly, […]

Medicine has spent the last century perfecting and refining the art of tackling acute, infectious diseases around the globe. The 20th century saw the invention of antibiotics, advancements in medical imaging, improvements in surgery, innovative cancer treatments, and the control of widespread infections – there are endless reasons to be grateful for these medical advances […]

While there are very few rules of thumb that apply to all situations, it’s fairly well accepted that the more refined sugar someone eats, the poorer their health. But is this the full picture? Many common sweeteners are included in foods today – especially when you eat out or buy packaged foods. Do you know […]