Jasper Blake

People who follow vegetarian or vegan diets may be at risk of having low iron, as plant sources of iron are not as easily absorbed by the body as animal sources like meat. Even if you have symptoms of iron deficiency, or think your diet is low in iron, it’s important that you don’t self-diagnose iron deficiency or prescribe yourself iron supplements. That’s why it’s so important to speak with your doctor before starting any supplements, including iron. You can boost your body’s ability to absorb iron by eating important sources of iron alongside sources of vitamin C. Fruits and vegetables are the best sources of vitamin C, particularly if eaten raw.

The Gold Coast Health Public Health Unit is responding to two cases of measles involving two members of the same family. * Gold Coast University Hospital Emergency Department on Sunday 21 July between 6pm and midnight * Gold Coast University Hospital Emergency Department on Tuesday 6 August. * Destiny Church Group at Event Cinemas, Westfield Coomera on Sunday 4 August between 9am and 12pm * Pimpama State School Auction If you have any of the measles symptoms contact your GP and remember it is VERY important to call the medical practice first if you think you might have measles, so that staff can take precautions to avoid you spreading it to others.

Children may lose appetite and be distressed – especially younger children. When diagnosed, the ear drum is typically bright red in colour when infected and there may be fluid in the middle ear “behind the drum”. Children with repeated middle ear infections can develop glue ear where fluid stays in the middle ear and does not drain to the sinuses. If you have ANY of these symptoms:Have travelled to Overseas in the last 14 daysHad close contact with someone diagnosed with or suspected of having coronavirus in the last 14 days.