News and Thoughts from Barton Lane

The countdown to the end of 2021 is underway. While children excitedly write lists for Santa, there are also many who find choosing the perfect gifts for loved ones brings stress and anxiety. When it goes well, giving or receiving a gift is a great experience. Both...

Spring sunshine and new growth can often be a time of reflection and reinvigoration after a slow and steady winter. In health we often aim to uncover what would make you feel like a happier, healthier, more well version of yourself and encourage people to set health...

The warmer days and crisp blue skies of Spring are a clear invitation to spend time in the great outdoors. However harmful UV rays, the hole above us in the ozone layer, and our busy outdoor lifestyles make sun protection an absolute must for people of all ages. As...

With Father’s Day this weekend, many of us are taking a moment to show Dad we care and thank him for all he’s done.  Men’s health doesn’t get much spotlight and Dads don’t often see their doctor. But did you know that 1 in 5 men experience anxiety, and 1 in 8 men...

It may seem like Holiday is a dirty word now with borders closing, snap lockdowns and restrictions in place but they are essential for wellbeing. COVID has seen a rise in stress and an increase in people accessing mental health services for their wellbeing. One of the...

Bladder and bowel control problems are very common. Look around – it could be you and others you know. Up to 1 in 5 Australians regularly experience bowel or bladder leakage (incontinence) which can affect their quality of life considerably. However, many do not seek...

Let's talk skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer that you can get. By the time you turn 70, 2 out of 3 Australians will have been diagnosed with at least one skin cancer. So, what does this mean and what can we do about it? Despite our familiarity...

Menopause is a significant period of change and evaluation in many women’s lives. At the menopause, a change in hormones mean that the ovaries are no longer releasing eggs, and menstrual periods cease. Menopause as a diagnosis is made when a woman has not had a period...

If you weren’t convinced beforehand, 2020 certainly taught all of us that you cannot control everything in life. We all experience good and bad – be it pandemics, genetics, people, weather, or just plain luck – outside our control. Nevertheless, we would be wise not...