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An estimated 1.9 million Australians show some degree of macular disease. The macula is the point of central vision in the eye, and when disease causes the tissue to degenerate, it results in a painless loss of detailed central vision. This Macula Month, OPSM shares their tips for a healthy macula and recommendations for how to manage diagnosed macular disease.

We’ve always been told to keep up the fluids, especially during these hot, humid summer days. You might find yourself reaching for the water bottle more often, but do you ever find yourself still feeling thirsty and despite drinking a substantial amount of water?

Thinking of going Vegan and wondering when and how to get started. Should it be gradual or overnight? We share 7 easy tips that can help you get started!

We know that vegetables are good for us but how many of us, kids and adults alike, screw up our noses when the bowl of steamed brussel sprouts arrive at the dinner table. Vegetables don’t have to be bland and boring, and when cooked right, there’s no reason why they can’t be the hero of any meal. Emma Jensen from Australian Nutrition Centre shares tips to spruce them up.

After months of lockdown and border closures many Australians are escaping on a road trip or planning to. The trouble is many of us have neglected to get an up-to-date eye test over the break. Our Premier Provider OPSM explains

Need a fun activity these school holidays? Try these quick and easy banana sushi bites with your family.

According to Healthy Bones Australia, a staggering 173,000+ bone fractures occur each year due to poor bone health, with more than half of those in the over 50 age group.

It’s National Diabetes Week (10-16 July) and Diabetes Australia are highlighting the mental and emotional health impacts of living with diabetes as part of their “Heads Up on Diabetes” campaign.

Robson from Top End Athletic Movement gives you his tips for before, on the day and after NTCity2Surf.