Starting work, studying, moving out, travelling, building relationships or becoming a parent are all part of growing up. Looking after your own health is another rite of passage, but it’s one that’s easy to overlook. If you’re generally healthy, it’s natural to think a GP is only for serious illness. Getting support early can make … Read more
Most people expect to feel tired occasionally. A demanding week at work, a few late nights, or a busy family schedule can explain a temporary drop in energy. Ongoing fatigue is different. When tiredness sticks around for weeks or months, it can gradually become part of everyday life. It can get even worse if you … Read more
Heart health advice often sounds overwhelming, or so vague it becomes hard to apply. Don’t smoke. Limit alcohol. Eat healthy. Exercise more. Most people already know that. What often gets overlooked are the smaller everyday habits that quietly place extra strain on the heart over time. Your work routine, sleep, environment, and stress levels can … Read more
Each April, World Immunisation Week is a reminder that vaccines help protect people of all ages. That message is especially relevant as winter approaches, when many families start thinking about colds, flu, and how to stay well. At Mooney Street Medical, we know there are still plenty of questions around vaccinations, especially for adults, parents, … Read more
Every April, Parkinson’s Awareness Month brings global attention to a neurological condition that affects millions of people and their families. Although Parkinson’s disease is widely recognised, many people are unsure how it develops, what early signs look like, and why awareness campaigns remain important. Across Australia, awareness month highlights the value of recognising neurological symptoms … Read more
2025 stirred major national conversations about health, from Women’s Health issues to Movember, to everyone’s mental health. Instead of repeating the obvious, we explore the real takeaways and how you can apply them in practical, research-backed ways. February: Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Takeaway: Subtle symptoms matter Ovarian cancer is difficult to detect early because symptoms … Read more
November’s here, and with Movember and International Men’s Day reminding us to focus on men’s health, it’s worth asking a simple question: When did you last think about your health as a man, not just as a person? At Mooney Street Medical in Gulliver, we see it all the time. Guys who know every stat … Read more
Getting physically fit is something many of us understand; lift weights, train regularly, get stronger. But what about your mind? Mental health also benefits from regular “training”, and there are practical, science-backed ways to strengthen it at home. At Mooney Street Medical in Gulliver, we believe mental health is just as important as physical health, … Read more
So many of us think about “getting in shape” when the t-shirts and shorts come out, but it’s not all about looks. The real win is having the energy, both physical and mental, to do so. At Mooney Street Medical in Gulliver, we’ve put together a few fresh, practical ways to align your health for … Read more
Hint: We explain that there’s a lot you can get. When was the last time you raised a glass to celebrate? Maybe it was at dinner with friends, a family gathering, or watching the footy. If alcohol is there every time, it might be worth asking: are you really toasting the moment, or just the … Read more