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    Retiring But Not Relaxing: Australia’s Age Pension Maze

    I found the pension application process was the most stressful thing I have ever done, and I have worked in life and death situations. Because I had a business, I had to get my accountant involved, and even he found the process overly complex. I also had to ring Icare to find details of two old...
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    'It was a mess': Mum shares horror story after undergoing popular treatment!

    Only seek cosmetic medicine treatment from a qualified doctor. Beauticians should not be doing this sort of treatment. They are not trained in infection control etc.
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    Are these boots considered 'bogan' or chic? Fashion fans say their piece!

    Not a good look when dealing with patients in a clinical setting.
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    Are these boots considered 'bogan' or chic? Fashion fans say their piece!

    When I had my own general practice a few years ago, a female friend did a locum for me. I was always well dressed at work wearing heels etc. According to my receptionist. she turned up in Ugg boots. When I found out I was horrified. Not a good impression.
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    'Dishonest, arrogant, entitled': One driver's stunt leads to a council investigation

    I'd never live anywhere where I couldn't park on my own property.
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    Unlock a Happier Life After 60: How My ADHD Diagnosis Changed Everything

    These medications work differently in true ADHD patients, the have the opposite effect, helping them concentrate. The problem is there are huge waiting lists for adults to see a psychiatrist specialising in ADHD.
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    Pensioners may benefit from $4,000 boost from Centrelink soon. Here's how to qualify

    Some of us are still working part time and have not stopped work, so it is helpful for us.
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    Experts reveal shocking dangers of long-term antidepressant use in seniors

    Yes of course, but I feel that Agomelatine should be listed on PBS. I have seen great results with this drug.
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    Experts reveal shocking dangers of long-term antidepressant use in seniors

    The antidepressant Agomelatine is much better as it does not have the side effects of SSRIs , with no withdrawal syndrome. It can affect the liver, however we monitor for that with regular blood tests. The liver affect is usually in patients who already have liver problems. It works through the...
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    Older Australians are also hurting from the housing crisis. Where are the election policies to help them?

    I sacrificed an awful lot , didn't travel etc, worked hard in my profession and still work part time at 73. I paid 17 percent interest in the early nineties on two properties. Had to work on weekends to do so. I built a house on 5 acres in Sydney, and have good access to everything I need...
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    Woman’s terrifying park walk sparks urgent call for change after dog injury

    Hooks are designed so as not to be able to be pulled out. I have removed many from human fingers ,earlobes etc, luckily people don't usually swallow them!
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    Unravelling decades of deception: Coroner warms up Air Force vet’s cold disappearance case

    We found out the police keep physical evidence for ever.
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    Unravelling decades of deception: Coroner warms up Air Force vet’s cold disappearance case

    Tragic case. We have a cold-case murder related to our family, from the 1920s. I researched it and have come to a few possible conclusions. Our mother had told us about it, and we decided to look into it after she passed away. Our ancestor was not the victim or the perpetrator, but found the...
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    The Shocking Truth About Australia's Healthcare Crisis: Pain, Delays, and Microwaved Meals Await You

    I am a GP and have been for 46 years, and I work this way.
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    The Shocking Truth About Australia's Healthcare Crisis: Pain, Delays, and Microwaved Meals Await You

    The medical situation will not change unless the government adequately funds general practice to allow GPs to continue to deliver quality care, and keep people put of ED and hospitals. Promises that all GPs will bulk bill are unrealistic in the current climate. GPs practices are closing left...
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    Woman's shocking beach encounter leaves her questioning safety

    With exhibitionists, if it was safe to do so and their were people around, I'd feel inclined to point to the offender, and laugh loudly. I have had a few come to see me as a patient. I asked them to get dressed and leave and if they refused I called the male medical director to deal with them...
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