COVID-19

Can we get rid of this virus once and for all?

With our neighbours across the ditch resuming life in an almost pre-COVID normal - abandoning physical distancing and restrictions on…

4 years ago

Our connections are now more important than ever

As a species we’re social creatures. We need our tribe - whether it’s a large extended family group and lots…

4 years ago

Our amazing immune system

Every day we’re exposed to millions of microscopic germs – bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites. Our immune system protects us from…

4 years ago

Iso aches and pains

Sore neck? Back? Knees? Feel like you’ve aged 20 years with all the niggles, twinges and outright pain you’re feeling…

4 years ago

When you have COVID but don’t know it

The silent spread of COVID-19 By now we’re all aware that some people with COVID-19 may never feel sick or…

4 years ago

COVID reflections from the MSK Help Line

As COVID-19 restrictions came into force at the end of March, life as a Musculoskeletal Help Line Nurse began to…

4 years ago

Saying goodbye to iso – easing restrictions

As we come to the end of May 2020, more and more restrictions are easing all over the country. And…

4 years ago

The hidden dangers of iso – home injuries

It’s a good thing iso is starting to ease around the country. Did you know people have been injuring themselves…

4 years ago

Treating COVID-19

Note: This blog was written in 2020, and so much has changed since then, including the availability of medications and…

5 years ago

New virus, new language

Have you noticed how many new words, acronyms and phrases have entered our vocabulary since rona arrived? We thought it…

5 years ago