February 2015

Sunday 1 February, 2015

 

PGA and Cancer Council join forces

Saturday 14 February 2015
The PGA of Australia has launched a new community partnership with Cancer Council, aimed at supporting the charity’s messages of research, prevention, support and advocacy.

Health benefits of alcohol challenged by research findings

Wednesday 11 February 2015
Health experts have warned that any perceived health benefits from alcohol may have been exaggerated.

70 and 74-year-olds added to National Bowel Cancer Screening Program

Thursday 5 February 2015
From this year, 70 and 74-year-olds will receive at-home bowel cancer screening kits as the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program continues to widen screening to include additional age groups.

Cheap deal on a frozen drink? It could cost your health

Thursday 5 February 2015
Price promotions on sugary, frozen drinks are putting children's health on the line, seducing them to buy drinks containing up to 25 teaspoons of sugar on hot summer days.