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Why good nutrition mattersTalkabout story

Kevin Pyle speaks to nutritionist Louise Houtzager about the benefits of good nutrition and reveals some practical tips to help you eat well.

24 Feb 2010
So Can You Cook? No 39 - Saturday is takeaway!Talkabout story

It doesn’t matter whether you watch the morning programs on TV or the so-called current affairs programs at night, there is bound to be someone, at some stage, telling you what you should, or more often than not, should not eat. Tim Alderman shares his thoughts on a healthy diet.

22 Feb 2010
no more buttsCampaign
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Why the need for no more butts campaign? If you are an HIV positive smoker quitting is one of the most significant ways to improve your health. Research has shown that smoking cessation is one of the most important health prevention strategies people with HIV can undertake to reduce the incidence or impact of other health conditions associated with long term HAART (e.g. heart disease, strokes). Lifestyle changes like quitting smoking can lower your risk of cancer.

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no more butts

Why the need for no more butts campaign? If you are an HIV positive smoker quitting is one of the most significant ways to improve your health. Research has shown that smoking cessation is one of the most important health prevention strategies people with HIV can undertake to reduce the incidence or impact of other health conditions associated with long term HAART (e.g. heart disease, strokes). Lifestyle changes like quitting smoking can lower your risk of cancer.

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Why the need for no more butts campaign? If you are an HIV positive smoker quitting is one of the most significant ways to improve your health. Research has shown that smoking cessation is one of the most important health prevention strategies people with HIV can undertake to reduce the incidence or impact of other health conditions associated with long term HAART (e.g. heart disease, strokes). Lifestyle changes like quitting smoking can lower your risk of cancer.

12 Nov 2009
no more ButtsTalkabout story

Kathy Triffitt on a new quit smoking campaign for people with HIV.

21 Sep 2009
Ask Ingrid: New stretches to add to your workoutTalkabout story

This is Ingrid’s final article. Positive Life would like to thank Ingrid for her health and fitness advice, and also her commitment to our readers over the years. Ingrid says she has really enjoyed her time with Talkabout and is now looking forward to life on her farm.

10 Sep 2009
Balancing act: HIV and cancerFact sheet
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Balancing act: HIV and cancer

PUBLISHED 2009

As the HIV population ages there is an increasing risk of other health conditions like cancer, so regular monitoring is even more important. This fact sheet is based on personal experiences and clinical expertise. It offers information on cancer prevention, monitoring and management, and shares some strategies on dealing with a cancer diagnosis, and enhancing quality of life.

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PUBLISHED 2009

As the HIV population ages there is an increasing risk of other health conditions like cancer, so regular monitoring is even more important. This fact sheet is based on personal experiences and clinical expertise. It offers information on cancer prevention, monitoring and management, and shares some strategies on dealing with a cancer diagnosis, and enhancing quality of life.

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As the HIV population ages there is an increasing risk of other health conditions like cancer, so regular monitoring is even more important. Knowing a lot about HIV doesn’t necessarily mean we know everything there is to know about our health.

7 Sep 2009
Ask Ingrid: Adding variety to your routineTalkabout story

Ingrid Cullen is a gym instructor with many years’ experience working with HIV positive people.

27 Apr 2009
Ask Ingrid: Building strength and toneTalkabout story

Ingrid Cullen answers readers’ questions with some tips on gently building strength and tone.

5 Mar 2009
Ask Ingrid: StretchesTalkabout story

Ingrid Cullen is a gym instructor with many years experience working with HIV positive people. In this issue Ingrid shows us how to do some general stretches at home.

15 Dec 2008
Ask Ingrid: Health & FitnessTalkabout story

Fitness instructor Ingrid Cullen answers your questions about exercising and staying fit.

23 Oct 2008