Tradies National Health Month raises awareness of the health and injury risks affecting those who work in trade occupations—among tradies themselves, their families, employers and the wider community. With statistics showing almost 3 in 5 serious workplace injuries involve a tradie—despite making up only 30 per cent of the workforce—tradies' health must be everyone's priority. Help us spread the message and keep Aussie tradies healthy.

Stress or anxiety can often lead us to eat more as a coping strategy.

Physically, emotional eating can cause obesity and other health related problems but it may prevent you from addressing your emotions.

Ellen Health's Nutritionist Nick Nation explains.

INTRODUCE babies to a wide variety of foods in their first year, even allergenic foods, to help prevent allergies developing. That’s the take-home message experts want parents to absorb from new infant feeding guidelines from the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy.

All parents want the very best for their child’s health. You’re looking after their best interests if you consider the facts so you can make an informed decision about vaccination.

For those parents at home with their kids these school holidays, I’m sure this is something you are hearing a lot of - “I’m bored”…

9+ Foods to Improve Brain Health and Memory / / By: The Dr. Perlmutter Team. Generally speaking, I recommend a diet that is higher in fat and fiber, low in carbs, and rich in gut-healthy probiotics. To that end, please read on for some suggestions on specific foods around which to build a brain-boosting diet! 

Rejoice ! rejoice ! Christmas is delicious !

... ahh but what about those kilos?  ...

1 in 3 Australians have high cholesterol and over 2.6 million take medication to treat the condition. The average patient price for medication is $19.08 for 30 days. This adds up to over $220 per year...potentially for the rest of your life!

This is hilarious… and true !  Teaspoons go missing !

An interesting and true piece of research demonstrates how a longitudinal study works… check it out…

Most of us are living life completely out of balance. But so many symptoms we come to accept as “normal” are just signs of imbalance–and the type of imbalance that affects almost everyone in our society is hormonal imbalance.

The IG Balloon is the first of its kind.  Unlike existing stomach balloons which must be removed after 6-12 months, the IG Balloon is designed to provide a permanent weight loss solution.

One of Ellen Health's Nurses has recommended this podcast to listen to.  It gets into the nitty gritty of infertility, IVF and also the emotional aspects of it all.

Make sure you have your Asthma Action Plan reviewed and updated BEFORE the winter is upon us! Asthma is becoming increasingly common in our community, from kids with allergies and intolerances, to adults developing Asthma later in life.

If you suffer from a chronic health problem (a disease lasting more than 3 months), ask your Doctor if you are eligible for a GP management plan. Examples of chronic diseases include Arthritis, Diabetes, Asthma, Heart Disease and many more.

Ellen Health was named as one of the Top 6 Small Business finalists in this year’s Telstra WA Business Awards. With over 5000 entries in the small business section, it’s an impressive achievement. A cornerstone of the Fremantle community, Ellen Health provides medical and allied health services that strive to go beyond those offered by competitors. 

Men’s Health week runs from 12-18 June 2017. It’s a great opportunity to recognise the men in our lives and encourage them to look after themselves.