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Carmel Sparke
Jun 5, 20241 min read
testing testing testng to see whether I can add a pdf to a blog post
Now keep writing but can I to this page with success
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Carmel Sparke
Jun 10, 20221 min read
Leading GP calls on doctors to use their 'superpower' for good
The privilege of having a medical degree can be used to advocate for patients and to speak up for colleagues, says a Brisbane GP who...
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Carmel Sparke
Jun 1, 20221 min read
Online Dating for the Divorced and Older Singles
A packed to-do list, no time to exercise and nothing to wear? Aargh! Stay calm – we’ve got your back
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Carmel Sparke
May 13, 20221 min read
'Itʼs all my son's fault,' says GP of running hobby
Dr Michelle Redford took up running 10 years ago and is advocating for other GPs to join the RACGP's parkrun initiative
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Carmel Sparke
Mar 1, 20221 min read
'It's gone. The water is up to the gutters': GP tells of flood heartbreak
Catastrophic floods have le Dr Nina Robertson's Lismore practice under metres of water
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Carmel Sparke
Nov 3, 20211 min read
'I just wanted to hold Venessa’s hand one last time': A doctor's story
Dr Gavin Pattullo tells the heart-breaking story of his wife’s decision to end her life and how he was denied the chance to say goodbye
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Carmel Sparke
May 11, 20211 min read
'It's heartbreaking': Aussie doctors do their best to help patients in India
Sydney cardiologist Dr Yadu Singh and clinicians around the country have been responding to pleas from India as the nation battles a...
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Carmel Sparke
Apr 16, 20211 min read
Doctor faces $190k medical retrieval bill a erdad's accident
Queensland intern Dr Thanuka Wijegunaratne also had to act as his father's flight doctor from Sri Lanka to Australia
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Carmel Sparke
Jan 1, 20201 min read
Health Agenda - Netball
The health benefits of netball include fitness and bone strength, but the social and wellbeing benefits are also significant. Here's why...
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Carmel Sparke
Sep 1, 20191 min read
Wellbeing Body Clock
Want a piece of early-bird action? Carmel Sparke finds nocturnal creatures can learn to greet the morning sun.
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Carmel Sparke
Sep 1, 20191 min read
Wellbeing 2 Minute Habit
Got a spare 120 seconds? Carmel Sparke investigates whether that’s all you need to start a good habit.
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Carmel Sparke
Jul 1, 20191 min read
A whole NEW ballgame
The team behind the team... How this sport-loving dad ended up coaching teens in the sport unifying girls all over the country.
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Carmel Sparke
Jul 1, 20191 min read
How to be a good netball coach
Coaching young netballers is a tough gig. It's even harder when you're not an expert on the game of netball. Meet Wayne; the sport loving...
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Carmel Sparke
Jun 2, 20191 min read
Fresh
Wind up feeling down every time you go for a scroll? Introducing the new (improved!) way to enjoy social media
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Carmel Sparke
Jun 1, 20191 min read
Slay the Overwhelm
A packed to-do list, no time to exercise and nothing to wear? Aargh! Stay calm – we’ve got your back
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Carmel Sparke
Jun 1, 20191 min read
Body Soul Jogger
Carmel Sparke reveals the secret to staying the distance and achieving your goals - and still enjoy running a year from now.
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Carmel Sparke
Oct 1, 20181 min read
Tripe Zero Heroes
These men and women are there for us for some of our scariest moments. One paramedic takes us through the skill and drama of his...
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Carmel Sparke
Sep 1, 20181 min read
While You Were Sleeping
Ever wondered what your dreams really mean? Here’s how to unlock the secret life of your slumber
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Carmel Sparke
Aug 10, 20181 min read
Why the NDIS wobbles are troubling doctors
The NDIS has transformed thousands of lives for the better, but it's also prompted claims of corruption and fears that many ineligible...
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Carmel Sparke
Jul 1, 20181 min read
Make a move
Whether you sit or stand for hours at a time at work, finding ways to move more will deliver huge health benefits - now and into the future
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