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Did you know that humans can only survive core temperature of greater than 41* C for a very short period. Amongst other things, when the body is over this temperate, protein is destroyed (this occurs at 45*C).

Very recently the World Health Organisation (WHO) reported that cancer has now overtaken heart disease as the number one cause of death worldwide and specifically here at home in Australia. This doesn’t mean that heart health should stop being a priority – many factors that contribute to heart health also contribute to a range of forms of cancer also.

Posture refers to the position in which we hold ourselves against gravity. It is important when sitting or standing (static posture), and during activities such as walking and running (dynamic posture).

The men’s Australian Open final last weekend brought about some controversy when world number one Rafael Nadal was struck down with a lower back injury. The crowd booed as Nadal took multiple injury time outs, but he continued to battle on for the remainder of the game.

To set your children or teens up for success in study, from a young age, form healthy habits around study. These will stick with them throughout their schooling years and into their adult life. Keep it simple and place importance on getting each of these factors in line.