A NEW PERMANENT BreastScreen Queensland clinic on the Gold Coast will help boost access to free breast cancer screening for local women.
One in seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85. Finding breast cancer early can increase treatment options and save lives.
BreastScreen Queensland
BreastScreen Queensland provides free breast screening and assessment services to ensure women have the best possible outcome following a breast cancer diagnosis and reduce the impact of this disease.
Regular screening is the most effective way to reduce deaths from breast cancer. Despite this, just over half of the local women aged 50 to 74 – the age group recommended for attending the screening – regularly participate in this life-saving program.
BreastScreen Queensland Senior Health Promotion Officer Julia Foreman understands many women find it a challenge to keep up to date with health checks such as their breast screen. “Having a permanent service in Robina all year[1]round will make it easier and more convenient for women to find the time to screen,” Julia said.
Trish & Ellen with machine – square
Location of BreastScreen Queensland
Situated within the Robina Town Centre shopping complex, the new clinic is located near other medical services. Up on Level 1 Arbour Lane, 19-33 Robina Town Centre Drive.
With lots of free parking available, bus stops within a few minutes walk, and lifts and escalators close by, the new clinic will help increase accessibility to free screening for eligible women.
“We hope to see at least 4000 women visiting the Robina clinic in its first year. Already hundreds of women have had their breast screen at the new clinic within our first weeks of opening. For one[1]quarter of these women, it was their very first screen with BreastScreen Queensland,” she said.
BreastScreen Queensland
“Another positive of this permanent clinic is it allows us to expand our mobile service in other areas of need. Because the screening was previously provided in Robina using a mobile unit for part of each year.”
Free Breast Screening for Women Between 50 to 74
Screening every two years is recommended for women aged between 50 and 74 where the evidence of benefit is strongest. Women can attend this free service from the age of 40.
Eligible women can book an appointment at Robina or other clinics. Also, including Helensvale, Southport and West Burleigh – by calling 13 20 50 or online at breastscreen.qld.gov.au ■
Gourmet Meals has been busy in the kitchen cooking up some warming winter dishes! These meals will satisfy all your winter comfort food cravings. Plus they have a healthy dose of vitamins and nutrients.
Food. We all love it. And Gourmet Meals are at the expert level. They deliver healthy, nutritious, and great-tasting frozen meals to your door. The company is an approved NDIS provider of home-delivered meals. This means that home delivery of these meals is part-funded under the NDIS. If you are eligible, two-thirds of the cost-plus delivery will be covered by the NDIS. Gourmet Meals are very competitively priced and taste like good old-fashioned home cooking. They have launched a new winter menu…so let’s have a taste!
STARTERS
Kick-off your meal with starters like Minestrone Soup, an Italian vegetable soup made with tomato-based beef stock, potato, beans and pasta. Warming and delicious.
Minestrone Soup
MAINS
Of the main courses, our favourite is the Beef Goulash, a hearty beef stew slow-cooked in an aromatic sauce served with roast potatoes, Brussel sprouts, and a cauliflower bake.
Beef Goulash
Another option is the Moroccan Lamb. It is pulled lamb slow cooked with exotic Middle Eastern spices served on a bed of rice, chickpeas, dried apricot and almonds.
Moroccan lamb
You might want to satisfy your pork cravings with a tender and tasty Pork Roast with Apple Sauce. This comes with potato wedges, broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower on the side. Or you can party like a pescatarian with the Salmon Chive Sauce – a fillet of salmon in a creamy chive sauce, potato stack, green beans, broccoli and Asian greens.
DESSERT
Apple & Rhubarb
Check out the delicious sweet treats, like Apple Rhubarb. It’s the perfect winter comfort dessert served with custard and topped with a sprinkling of sweet crumble. ■
WINTER HEALTHY EATING
Studies indicate that we tend to eat more during the winter months. There are a few reasons for this.
■ With the drop in temperature, our body has to work doubly hard to keep itself warm. That’s why we end up craving high-carb foods and desserts. The sugar and starch in these foods provide our body the heat it requires.
■ We tend to drink less water in winter because the cold temperature reduces thirst. We mistake our body’s thirst for hunger and eat more food when we just need to drink some water.
■ “Winter blues” hit. A significant number of people actually suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and this makes them eat more.
There is no reason not to give in to your winter comfort food cravings, as long as less nutritious foods are eaten in moderation and your overall diet is healthy and balanced to ensure you feel your best all winter long.
Winter Menu
Gourmet Meals makes mealtimes easy by delivering healthy, tasty, individually portion-controlled frozen meals, so you can prepare home-cooked meals for your loved ones with no hassle. There are no contracts, orders can be made on a casual basis, and all that is required is a minimum order of $49 and a delivery fee of $7.50.
Winter Menu (Page 2)
If you want to try just a couple of meals first, then the meals are also available in the gluten-free freezer section of selected IGAs, Foodworks and independent stores. You can look up your nearest retailer on gourmetmeals.com.au.
Phone 1300 112 112 to order or check out the winter menu on their website at: gourmetmeals.com.au
Don’t let your age stop the party… check out these most debonaire of the chair.
HOMECRAFT OVER ARMCHAIR TABLE
This does exactly what it says on the tin! The table goes over an armchair and can be tilted towards the user. It can hold a book or a tablet for a seriously comfy relaxing time. Or it can be fixed to the right or left side of a bed, too. The laminated teak tabletop is easy to clean. And there is a neat little side table to hold a mug of coffee/tea. Relaxing time has never been so comfy.
home craft over armchair table
FOAM LEG RAISER
The ergonomically designed foam leg raiser can help to provide support to swollen legs and stimulate circulation. It is ideal for use on a bed or flat surface. It has a high-density foam base with a memory foam topper and a soft velour cover. Okay, that’s the legs sorted out! Let’s see what tonight’s movie is! Life is good!
FOAM-LEG-RAISER
ASPIRE SIGNATURE LIFT RECLINE SPACE, SAVER
This space-saving chair can be placed close to walls to save space. The depth of the seat is adjustable so your body will fit into it like a hand into a glove. It has a large side pocket for storage, and the handset fits right in that very pocket. Users can easily get the handset, discouraging leaning and possible falls. It comes with four wheels so the chair can be easily moved. The handset has large backlit buttons. And it also comes with a USB charger point to charge phones, tablets, and devices.
ASPIRE SIGNATURE LIFT RECLINE SPACE, SAVER
The European-designed electronics provide a quiet and smooth lift, complete with an integrated battery backup. Adjustable padding means that support can be individualized. The high-quality foam upholstery snugly covers the steel frame which gives the user great posture support. And it has easy-clean fabric – with commercial-grade durability and resistance to flame, mold, mildew, and pilling. Afternoon naps, here we come.
LIFT TO STAND CHAIRS
This Aspire Air Lift Chair is a powered armchair that gets you up and out…or puts you down and makes you comfy. The air system makes both the seat and footrest the best place to put your body parts. It is made of medical-grade Dartex upholstery – which is anti-microbial.
The lift system is smooth and quiet. And there are lots of rise and recline positions to choose from. The backrest is made from multilayer foam and fibre pillow sections. So it is a soft, breathable and supportive surface ideal for extended periods of sitting. The chair comes with wheels for mobility. Yes indeed Netflix and Chill just got a lot more comfy.
ASPIRE AIR LIFT CHAIR 3
ASPIRE DA VINCI LIFT RECLINER CHAIR
This is the Mercedes Benz of the lift recliner chair world. It is unrivalled for comfort and positioning from using its four separate adjustable motors. This lift chair can recline back with just the push of a button. Sleep is just a recline away. Then, it can bring the user to sitting position with another push of a button.
ASPIRE AIR LIFT CHAIR 2
When the user wants to get up and go to standing position, then with the touch of one more button, it will tilt the chair forward. It is a great adaptive tool for anyone having trouble going from sitting to standing due to mobility issues.
hilo-chair
It has independent headrest and lumbar functions. You can choose from four colour options in plush microsuede. It comes with a handset with integrated USB port. User can be up to 159kg.
Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin. But these aren’t the only discomforts domesticated animals can suffer. Here’s how to prevent cold weather dangers from affecting your pet’s health.
Cuddly Cats in the Winter
Repeatedly coming out of the cold into the dry heat of your home can cause itchy, flaking skin. Keep your home humidified. If your pet is wet, towel-dry them as soon as they come inside, paying special attention to their feet and between the toes.
Never shave your dog down to the skin in winter, as a longer coat will provide more warmth. If your dog is long-haired, simply keep them trimmed. If your dog is short‑haired, consider getting a coat or sweater with a high collar or turtleneck with coverage from the base of the tail to the belly.
Check for cracks in paw pads or redness between the toes. Massaging paw protectants into paw pads before going outside can help protect them.
Bath your pets as little as possible during cold spells. Washing too often can remove essential oils and increase the chance of developing dry, flaky skin. If your pooch must be bathed, ask your vet to recommend a moisturizing shampoo and/or rinse.
Pets burn extra energy by trying to stay warm in the wintertime. Feeding your pet a little bit more during the cold weather months can provide much-needed calories, and making sure she has plenty of water to drink will help keep her well-hydrated and her skin less dry.
Make sure your companion animal has a warm place to sleep, off the floor and away from all drafts. A cozy dog or cat bed with a warm blanket or pillow is perfect. Don’t leave pets outdoors when the temperature drops, keep your pets inside with you and your family. Dogs are happiest when taken out frequently for walks and exercise but keep them inside the rest of the time.
Furry Friends Need More Care in the Winter
Cars are one of many hazards to small animals. Warm engines in parked cars attract cats and small wildlife, who may crawl up under the hood. To avoid injuring any hidden animals, bang on your car’s hood to scare them away before starting your engine.
Be sure your horses have access to a barn or a three-sided run-in so they can escape the wind and cold. While not all horses will need to be blanketed, blankets will help horses keep warm and dry, especially if there is any rain. If you’ve body-clipped your horses, keep them blanketed throughout the winter.
Remember, if it’s too cold for you, it’s probably too cold for your pet, so keep your animals inside. If left outdoors, pets can freeze, become disoriented, lost, stolen, injured or killed. In addition, don’t leave pets alone in a car during cold weather. Cars can act as refrigerators that hold in the cold and cause animals to freeze to death. ■
As we get older, sleep can be more and more elusive. But not anymore. Bed technology has come a long way. The team from Silver went to Sleep Doctor at Bundall to try out their Reverie adjustable bed and it was fiiiine! This crazy cool bed comes with loads of awesome features!
GETTING A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP plays a vital role in mental health and wellbeing. We need sleep to function in our everyday lives to be productive, creative, have energy, and just be the amazing, glamorous you.
Whether you are 18 or 80, sleeping on an adjustable bed provides many health benefits:
■ Decreases swelling in joints and ligaments
■ Eases edema pain due to fluid retention
■ Minimizes snoring, asthma, and insomnia
■ Relief from acid reflux and heartburn
■ Alleviates back pain and sciatica
■ Aids with diet and digestion
■ Improved blood circulation.
ADJUSTABLE ROCKS!
The 9T Adjustable Power Base is something else! It has the most elegant power base on the market. You can adjust the head and the foot of the bed. This is using a whisper-quiet lift system.
Adjustable beds
REMOTE
You can adjust the bed with the Bluetooth wireless remote, up or down. But there are also pre-programmed positions, for that anti-gravity feel, for anti-snoring positions, and normal flat positions.
Remote
THE APP
The Reverie Nightstand app can be downloaded from the Playstore or the Apple store. The innovative app controls all functions of the adjustable base from your phone. You can save your favorite positions and massage settings. You can even combine position settings with a timer. Not a morning person? You can program the bed to wake you up in your favorite position using the alarm function. You can save a program before bed… like massage in zero gravity for 15 minutes, lay flat for 30 minutes, then switch to anti-snore and fall asleep.
The App
MASSAGE TECH
The massage function is outstanding! It has 10 intensity levels, full-body, and 4 wave modes. A recent university study showed that using 3D Wave massage for 30 minutes before sleep helps people wake up more refreshed and happier.
Massage Tech
SPLIT KING LIFESTYLE
You can control both sides of your split adjustable bed from one screen to one phone. Spouse snoring? Activate the anti-snore position on his or her side from your phone.
Split King
NIGHT LIGHT
There is an Under-bed LED nightlight, to save falls and knocking into stuff!
night light
EXTRAS
ProGrip technology is used to secure the mattress and the Wall-Snuggler design keeps the nightstand within reach. This bed fits most modern bed frames and headboards, and headboard brackets are included.
Extras
We love the free local delivery, the free local installation, and best of all…the free removal of the old mattress. Amazing service!
