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Benefits of mindfulness

Mindfulness is a way of training yourself to pay attention so as to help your day-to-day life, work, relationships and overall wellbeing.

Down syndrome

This syndrome causes learning difficulties, with a greater chance of health problems. Everyone is affected differently.

Workers' compensation

If you are injured or become ill due to your work, you may be entitled to workers' compensation. Check your scheme for the benefits available if you make a claim.

Anosmia (loss of smell)

Anosmia is the medical term for loss of smell. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments of anosmia.

Mental health stigma

A person with a broken ankle isn’t defined by their health – nor should a person with mental illness. Learn to combat the stigma of mental illness.

Drugs in sport

Using drugs to give you an edge in sports performance can also affect your health. Find out about what damage drugs can do to your health by reading our page.