General Medical

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How Wearables Can Help Me

ByDr. Nikki Stamp

26 February 2019

Most of us use a smart watch or wearable or know someone who does. They no longer just count how many steps we take, they now monitor our sleep patterns, heart rate and even mood and stress. HIF Blogger Dr Nikki, talks about how wearables can keep your health and fitness goals on track, while discussing what the future of these devices could look like.

Category:General Medical, Healthy Lifestyle, Fitness

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Is Your Thyroid Underactive? Facts About Hypothyroidism

ByTammy George

Thyroid disorders are a growing worldwide problem with genetic and environmental factors thought to be the cause. Know the signs of an underactive thyroid so you can seek treatment and reduce the side effects.

Category:General Medical, Conditions and Treatments

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What You Need to Know About Cancer

ByDr. Nikki Stamp

04 February 2019

Did you know that today is World Cancer Day? Every year on February 4, the world raises awareness around the prevention, detection and treatment of cancer. It’s estimated that last year in Australia there were over 138,000 people diagnosed with cancer. There’s a lot of questions that people often have about cancer and for World Cancer Day, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Dr. Nikki Stamp gives you some of the answers to the most common questions she gets asked about cancer.

Category:General Medical

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What If ... we covered the cost of your flu vaccination?.

At HIF, we value choice and access, which is why we are covering the cost of an annual flu vaccination up to the value of $20 (1 per person, per calendar year) on selected Extras policies, which include Pharmacy.

Members can get a flu vaccination at any registered pharmacy in Australia. The service is not available through your GP.

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