Virtual Medical Centre

How to Manage Stress
Stress is an issue of the late Twentieth Century. Historically, stress has been physical, resulting in a 'fight or flight' reaction. Now, much of the stress we face is emotional or mental. Dr Joe K...

Introduction to Depression
Depression is not just about having a bad day. Dr Joe Kosterich gives a brief summary about depression, including symptoms, types of depression, and how to treat depression.

Introduction to Heartburn
Many people experience heartburn or indigestion at some stage in their lives. In most cases, heartburn will not be serious. Dr Joe Kosterich explains what happens in heartburn, the different forms ...

Lactose Intolerance
Dairy Australia: Dietitian Maree Garside describes the symptoms of lactose intolerance, the dangers of a completely dairy-free diet, and the dairy items that lactose intolerant people can eat.

Legendary Lunch Boxes
Kids' lunch boxes should be packed full of good nutritious food. It also has to taste good so that kids eat them. Dietitian Glenys Kerrins and Amanda Menegazzo share some tips for making great bala...

Lifestyle and High Blood Pressure
Dr Lawrie Beilin discusses ways to reduce high blood pressure through lifestyle changes.

Making Excellent Cheese Platters
How do we make a cheese platter look really good? Amanda Menegazzo shares some tips and secrets, including favourite good quality cheeses, decorative crackers, the best accompaniments to use with d...

Male Depression
It's a topic that exists under the radar. The most important thing to do is to first acknowledge that there may be a problem, and more and more males are starting to talk about depression.&nbs...

Memory Matters
This video provides a basic understanding of Alzheimer's disease and examines the ways it affects people living with or caring for those affected by it. Some important issues that often need to be ...

Memory problems
Dr Karyn Boundy discusses the causes, symptoms, testing and possible treatments of memory problems.