GMHBA Healthier Together Podcast gmhbahealthiertogether

Did you know that prehabilitation can help delay surgery or improve the outcome of surgery, potentially reducing your time in hospital and increasing your mobility? Director & Senior Physio at Kieser, Tim Dettmann explains the importance of prehab and busts the myth about strength training.

The immune system is our body’s way of protecting us against infection disease. In our latest Healthier Together podcast, we speak with Mel Bald about how we can support our body through what we eat to have the best defense against germs.  

Kids sport isn’t just about cold weekends and participation medals. Sport teaches lifelong lessons about motivation, winning, losing and creates connections in the community. Presenting ‘Supporting Kids in Sport’ podcast with registered teacher and Psychologist Tim Dansie.

Did you know that around half of our behaviour is habitual? Most people know what they need to do to live healthier lives, but ingrained habits often get in the way.  Luckily, it’s never too late to do things differently.
Listen as Nutritionist Mel Bald takes us through 5 ways to hack your habits and finally make that change you’ve been thinking about.

Dr Sarah White was appointed Director of Quit Victoria in 2014 and is the leading national spokesperson for tobacco control.  Dr White oversees the delivery of the Victorian Quitline, which is renowned for its development of new service and technology delivery models for smoking cessation (telephone) counselling. Other key areas of expertise include smoking cessation practice change models in health system settings, and the impact of smoking on health, particularly for priority populations, such as people with mental illness or substance use disorders.
Dr White has a strong track record in policy development, public advocacy and government relations, and extensive experience in communicating research and media relations.
(1.06) How nicotine addiction works
(2.17) How does someone know if they’re addicted?
(3.22) Factors involved in smoking addiction
(4.37) Dealing with smoking triggers
(5.39) Social situations
(6.53) Why a smoking diary is useful
(8.01) Factors which can influence success
(9.43) Increasing chances of quitting
(10.32) Should you quit abruptly or slowly?
(12.03) Role of medications and nicotine replacements
(13.07) What types are available?
(14.28) Nicotine replacement therapy addiction
(15.11) Accessing nicotine replacement therapy
(16.01) What to expect from the Quitline
(17.24) Other resource suggestions
Useful Resources
QUIT www.quit.org.au
Quitline #13 78 48
My Quit Buddy App
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.

Raigan Howard has spent 10 years as a professional youth worker in the Geelong region, specialising in high challenge activities and leadership development. After working for the City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Unit and partnering with many local schools, Raigan is a fully qualified personal trainer and launched Hello Hurricane with a passion to see young people empowered through effective development approaches. He is in the Army Reserve and recently returned from operation COVID19 Assist in Melbourne CBD and also operation BUSHFIRE Assist in January this year. He is married with 2 children, and resides in Geelong.
(0.56) How did you get to be in the field you work in today?
(2.39) What does the business “Hello Hurricane” entail?
(4.00) How the program differs to existing social work methods
(5.43) How physical activity increases a young persons cability
(8.25) Are some forms of physical activity that are more beneficial to mental health than others?
(11.12) Biggest areas of difficulty young people are currently facing
(15.00) Skillsets required for young people
(18.30) Barriers for young men who want to seek help
(21.59) Signs of depression in young men
(24.45) Changes which occur throughout the program
(30.00) Tips on supporting teens through their years
(34.16) Challenges of running a not for profit business
(39.16) Next steps for the program
(41.15) Where to find more on the programs
Useful Links
http://www.hellohurricane.org/
https://www.instagram.com/hellohurricanefoundation/
Beyond Blue
Black Dog Institute
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.