Geriatric community care

• 3 Actionable Guidelines If You Suspect You're At Risk Of Melanoma Skin Cancer

  2 September 2016

  Melanoma skin cancer is one of the top three types of cancer in Australia with reports estimating that two out of three Australian residents are at risk of developing the condition by the age of 70. Data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare indicates that 13,283 cases of melanoma skin cancer were detected in 2016. The good news is that early detection can easily be treated at a skin cancer clinic.

• How to Tell If Your Baby Has Hearing Problems… And What To Do About It

  1 September 2016

  Babies can't talk and don't understand language, so how can you tell if they can't hear? There are some subtle signs of hearing loss in infants, but you have to pay close attention to spot them. Use these tips to assess your baby's hearing and learn what to do if he or she can't hear well. Know What Normal Hearing Development Looks Like Babies that can hear normally show strong reactions to sounds, such as looking toward the source.

• Avoid Hospital Parking Fees With These Ideas

  22 August 2016

  Recently the media has been reporting extensively on the parking fees paid by patients who visit hospitals. In many cases, these fees cost more than medicine, and people with chronic illnesses may end up spending $100 a week or more on parking fees. The Cancer Council and the Australian Medical Association have called for changes to be made, but those are still in the works. If you need to see a doctor and don't want to face exorbitant parking fees, there are a few things you can do.

• Questions Many Men Have About Prostate Surgery

  12 August 2016

  Having prostate surgery can be a scary prospect for a man, especially in response to cancer cells found around this gland. There can also be much disinformation about the surgery that a man might find, and make him even more nervous about the procedure. While only your doctor can tell you what to expect personally when it comes to your own health, note a few commonly asked questions and then discuss these with your surgeon as necessary.

• Is Your Medical Centre Accountable? Issues to Consider

  8 August 2016

  With recent criticisms of accountability in some medical centres, you may be wondering how to tell if your medical centre is accountable. Luckily, most doctors and healthcare providers take their jobs very seriously and strive to provide a high level of care for their patients. If you are concerned about accountability, however, here are some issues you should keep in mind when choosing a healthcare provider: 1. Patient Reviews Before visiting a medical clinic, look at patient reviews.