What can I legally be asked at a pre-employment medical?

Posted on 16 September 2016

Many jobs require a pre-employment medical. These are supposed to ensure that the prospective applicant can physically carry out the job that they are applying for. Applicants may be nervous about revealing their medical history to a prospective employer but they are legally protected in a range of ways during a pre-employment medical.  What can I be asked? You can be asked to provide evidence that you are generally fit and can fulfil any of the requirements of the job. [Read More]

3 Tips For Getting Kids To Wear Their Glasses

Posted on 16 September 2016

When your optometrist prescribes glasses for your child, you may be wondering how on earth you'll get your child to wear them every day. Wearing glasses can take some time to adjust to, and there can be several reasons for a child not wanting to wear them. They may feel self-conscious or think their peers will react negatively to them wearing glasses. Their glasses may also feel uncomfortable, which can be because they are not used to them or because the frames need to be adjusted. [Read More]

Effective Pain Relief Options For A Drug-Free Birth

Posted on 16 September 2016

Achieving a natural, drug-free birth is a common goal for many Australian mothers-to-be. However, the prospect of enduring a painful or prolonged labour is a daunting and sometimes frightening prospect. Fortunately, there are a number of effective and drug-free ways that you can minimise the pain of childbirth and maximise your likelihood of getting through labour without the need for drugs. A TENS machine TENS is an acronym for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. [Read More]

How to Help an Ageing Parent Choose a Hearing Aid

Posted on 16 September 2016

If your ageing parent needs a hearing aid, it's good to ensure that they address this as soon as possible. Not being able to hear can be dangerous; they may not hear a siren behind them when driving and may overlook the sounds of something boiling over on the stovetop, running water and other hazards in the home. Your ageing parent may resist getting hearing aids because they're afraid of how they will look or aren't sure of the right type, so note a few tips for helping them choose the best one for them. [Read More]

About Me

Improved diabetes management

I have been a diabetic since I was a child - I was diagnosed at three years old. It's been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I will admit, though, that with the new technology available it's getting a lot easier to monitor my blood sugar and keep control of my diabetes. I am really excited by the research and new technology that is available for diabetes, and I hope it will be even easier for my kids in the future. This blog is all about developments in diabetes monitoring and medication dosing equipment. It should be interesting for diabetics and their families.