…behaviour is emerging as an important risk factor for poor health and half of all workers have jobs that involve sitting at least some of the time.** Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said incorporating healthy lifestyle environments into…
…for women to take time out and talk about their health with each other. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, just half of Queensland women participate in all the free, national cancer screening programs. Only 56 per…
…of moderate and high intensity exercise on fitness and body composition in any cancer survivorship population. Menzies Foundation Professor of Allied Health Research, Professor Suzanne Chambers, said the four-week exercise program highlighted significant differences in health outcomes. “This trial is…
…Ph: (07) 3634 5372 or 0409 001 171 *Self reported health status 2013, Preventive health indicators, Queensland, Hospital and Health Services and Medicare Locals summary report. Regional statistics: Only 5.5 per cent of Queenslanders are eating enough fruit and vegetables,…
…focused on healthy lifestyles, including physical activity. To find out more, or register for the Healthy Educators’ Program in your region, visit cancerqld.org.au/healthy-educators-workshops or call 13 11 20. For more information or interviews, please contact: Laura McKoy, Media Manager, Cancer…
Cancer Council Queensland has joined calls from public health experts to get kids off the couch and moving for their health these school holidays. Less than half of Queensland children aged five to 17 years get enough exercise, and 34…
…problems including obesity, some cancers, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. “The World Health Organisation recommends limiting sugar consumption from both food and drinks to no more than six teaspoons a day for optimum health. “Just a couple of sips…
…role, knowledge and practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers in cancer care, prevention, screening, early detection and end of life care. The next program will be held in Bundaberg on October 24-25 (Impact Community Services, 106 Bargara…
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…many cancers, boost your immune system, increase energy, and improve concentration, to name a few benefits. Up to a third of all cancers are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices including eating healthy, maintaining a healthy weight and being active. To…
