Thousands of people in rural and remote Northern Queensland have been receiving vital allied health services closer to their homes thanks to the NAPHL Outreach Allied Health Service. Read more
A mental health professional tells us how he's not immune to the pressures of fatherhood and shares his top tips to help dads improve their mental health. Read more
Accredited Practicing Dietitian Carla Sommers tells us why good nutrition is crucial in senior years and shares her top healthy eating tips for older Australians. Read more
If you're worried about your bone strength or what might happen if you have a fall, then this fun exercise program is for you. Read more
NAPHL has welcomed changes to GP telehealth that will ensure North Queensland patients receive localised care, following a forum hosted for local GPs. Read more
The thought of seeing an Exercise Physiologist for the first time can be nerve-racking but it doesn't have to be. We give you the low down on everything that happens during an initial EP appointment. Read more
Thinking of making the switch to a plant-based diet? This is what you should be eating according to a vegan Accredited Practising Dietitian. Read more
Our Occupational Therapist Courtney and Speech Pathologist Tamara work together at the NAPHL Health Hub to help children with developmental delays. Read more
Food allergies and intolerances can be debilitating, causing painful and often embarrassing symptoms. Many people suffer in silence, but an Accredited Practising Dietitian can help. Read more
Eating can be complicated for people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It's just as important to replace nutritional deficiencies as it is to avoid foods that trigger symptoms. Read our Dietitian Carla's tips. Read more
Hypertension and high blood pressure can have damaging effects on your body. But there is one simple way to lower your blood pressure and reduce the impacts. Read more
A chocolate-loving dietitian shares how you can ditch yo-yo dieting for good and still reach your health goals. Read more
Have you been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid? An Exercise Physiologist shares how getting active can help alleviate symptoms like weight gain, weak and sore muscles, low energy and moodiness. Read more
Is home schooling during the pandemic causing you stress? NAPHL Health Hub OT Courtney wants to reassure you that it's okay to embrace the disruption to schooling and encourage more playtime in your days. Read more
The generosity of a North Queensland community has ensured indigenous people who are more at risk of becoming seriously ill with COVID-19 have been able to access toilet paper. Read more
We've compiled a guide for self-isolation or if you just want to stay at home including: staying mentally healthy, what food you should be eating and how to stay active at home. Read more
The health and wellbeing of our clients and our staff is of paramount importance. Our primary goal is to continue to provide services in a safe environment, ensuring both our staff and clients feel as safe and comfortable as possible. Please contact our office to discuss Phone/Telehealth options. Read more
Imagine having years taken off your life. That's the reality for our community's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Watch Indigenous Health Project Officer Genus Passi talking about the efforts to help close the life expectancy gap. Read more
Refugee Health Nurse Kylie shares what drives her passion for equal access to healthcare and what made her decide to become a nurse. Read more
Your child could be the 1 in 5 with a health or development problem that impacts their school results. But health professionals say getting help early will give your child the best start. Read more
Don't let the rising mercury get in the way of your workout. We've got some tips from one of our accredited Exercise Physiologists about exercising safely in the heat. Read more
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to end with you crying into your dinner for one. NAPHL Psychologist and Clinical Lead Sonia Wyatt has some tips to survive the ever-polarising celebration. Read more
Northern Australia Primary Health Limited has welcomed a new chairman to its board of directors. Read more
As Townsville reflects on the 2019 monsoon event, NAPHL Health Hub mental health clinicians are encouraging locals to be mindful of their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Read more