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Welcome to Dermhealth.co Podcast by Digital Health Co Dishing up #skinpowerment, sharing skin stories from patients and leading practitioners. Our mission is to empower you on your skin health journey so you can face the world faster. You will hear from dermal clinicians, nurses, dermatologists, medicine practitioners, plastic surgeons and other specialists. Sharing topics on scarring, post-operative recovery, lymphoedema, breast cancer, acne, nutrition, rosacea, skin cancer and skin health. ...
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Welcome to another episode of the Dermhealth.Co Podcast, where we shine a light on the truths about skin health and debunk myths surrounding health, beauty, skin and anything in between. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and in this episode, we're tackling one of Australia’s most significant health challenges—skin cancer. Australia reports one of…
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Dermhealth.co Podcast! Today, Marni sat down with Dr. Jag of Dr. Jag Aesthetics and Hair Regrowth Therapies to deep-dive into the often misunderstood world of hair loss and regrowth. Dr. Jag is not just any expert – he's a highly qualified professional with credentials like MBBS, MRCGP (UK), and FRACGP…
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In this insightful episode of the Dermhealth.co Podcast, join our host Marni as she explores the transformative world of goal-setting with Jennifer Hill, a celebrated author and the innovative mind behind Shajen Consulting. Jennifer introduces her groundbreaking ATFOOY method, which challenges traditional goal-setting paradigms and promises to revo…
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Welcome to another episode of the Dermhealth.co Podcast, where we delve into the layers of the dermal therapy and holistic skincare world, uncovering insights and truths that challenge the conventional. Today, Marni, speaks with Jade O’Brien, the pioneering founder and head therapist at CURASKIN, a clinic that stands at the forefront of integrating…
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In today's episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of recruitment within Australia's beauty and aesthetics industry with Amelia Cartmel, the Co-founder, Director, and Head of Recruitment at The One Clinic Agency. Amelia, with a rich background in the beauty and aesthetics industry, co-founded The One Clinic Agency to address the sector's uniq…
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In this episode of the Dermhealth.co Podcast, our host Marni engages in an engaging chat with Justine Suell, dermal therapist and brain behind SkinFirm Cosmetic Clinic. With a rich background that uniquely blends aesthetics and interior design, Justine shares her evolutionary journey into the beauty industry and the establishment of her own busines…
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In episode 102 of the Dermhealth.co Podcast, Marni delves into an enlightening conversation with the innovative minds behind Home of Aesthetics, Sophie Lucas and Jess Goldenberg. With nearly three decades of combined experience, Sophie and Jess share their journey and the seismic shifts in retail and wholesale within the professional beauty industr…
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In this episode of the Dermhealth.co Podcast, we delve into the transformative world of beauty education with Hayley Curcio, the visionary Head of MECCAversity at Mecca Brands. Hayley shares her profound insights and pioneering strategies that have catapulted Mecca Brands to the forefront of beauty education and digital learning. Some of the Highli…
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You need sun protection as much as you need vitamin D. But can you have both, without skin damage or nutritional deficiency? Vitamin D is essential for our well-being, promoting bone growth and supporting a robust immune system. Deficiency in this vital nutrient can lead to a host of health issues, including osteoporosis and a weakened immune respo…
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes recurrent and painful nodules, boils, abscesses and lesions of the skin. Living with a chronic skin condition like HS is not just about managing physical symptoms and flare-ups. Living with a recurring, painful and sometimes visible condition can impact a person's e…
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Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer and grows very quickly if left untreated. In this podcast episode, Marni will be speaking with a Melanoma Survivor, Amanda Keck. Amanda began going through the hurdles and treatment of stage 3 melanoma, just one month after the arrival of her fourth son. She faced another hurdle just 6 months after h…
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Over the last 6 weeks, we have covered all about dry skin conditions. From the definition, medical dry skin conditions, living with it, chapped lips and treatments. And to cap this 6-part series, we will be speaking with Mustafa Dhahir about the Dermal Therapy range. Mustafa Dhahir is a registered pharmacist and currently practising community pharm…
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Dry skin is a common health condition. It occurs when the skin lacks the oils and moisture it requires to stay healthy. Dry skin can be uncomfortable, itchy, red, and scaly. It can be a result of environmental variables such as chilly temperatures or dry air. It might also be brought on by medical diseases like diabetes, dehydration, and eczema. Al…
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Because lips don't have any oil glands, their skin is thinner and more delicate than the skin on the rest of the body. They run the danger of getting dry and chapped as a result. Lips are more exposed to the elements than the rest of the body and can develop chapped skin through exposure to the sun, dry air, or extreme cold. Many of us encounter ch…
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There has been a stigma attached to skin conditions for centuries. Those who have skin conditions have not only to cope with the effects of their diagnosis but also the reaction of others to their condition. In this week's podcast episode, we will be talking about not just one, but three different dry skin conditions that affect millions of people'…
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Dry skin is an uncomfortable condition marked by scaling, itching, and cracking. It can occur for a variety of reasons. You might have naturally dry skin. But even if your skin tends to be oily, you can develop dry skin from time to time. Dry skin can affect any part of your body. It commonly affects hands, arms, and legs. The general cause of itch…
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We are delighted to preview Episode no. 4 of the A-Z Series with Dr Shyamalar Gunatheesan hosted by Dr Annika Smith. Dr Gunatheesan is a consultant Dermatologist based in Melbourne Australia and founding Dermatologist of ODE Dermatology. She is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, with an interest in all aspects of Dermatology an…
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Welcome to Episode 3 of the A-Z series, on Cosmeceuticals and Cellulite, hosted by Dr Annika Smith with guest Dermatologist Dr Katherine Armour. Dr Armour is a medical and cosmetic dermatologist based in Melbourne. Her subspecialty interests include biologic therapies for inflammatory skin diseases, and the use of cosmeceuticals to treat and preven…
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For the first time in Heal thy Skin podcast, we opened our platform to a special collaboration series called A-Z of Skin Conditions. A-Z of skin conditions special series will be hosted by Dr Annika Smith featuring skin experts from all around the globe to give insights on everything we need to know about skin anatomy and skin conditions from A-Z. …
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You may suspect you have dry, oily, or sensitive skin, but do you really know your skin? Your skin is the window to your body that reveals the stories of your life. From acne breakouts during your teenage years to the radiant glow of pregnancy and the sunspots of ageing, both your age and your health are reflected in your skin. Skin is the body’s l…
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For the first time in Heal thy Skin podcast, we will be opening our platform to a special collaboration series called A-Z of Skin Conditions.A-Z of skin conditions special series will be hosted by Dr Annika Smith featuring skin experts from all around the globe to give insights on everything we need to know in skin anatomy and skin conditions from …
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes recurrent and painful nodules, boils, abscesses and lesions of the skin. Living with a chronic skin condition like HS is not just about managing physical symptoms and flare-ups. Living with a recurring, painful and sometimes visible condition can impact a person's e…
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Congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) is a skin condition characterised by a dark, noncancerous skin patch (nevus) that is composed of pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. It is present from birth (congenital) or is noticeable soon after birth. The nevus may be small in infants, but it will usually grow at the same rate the body grows. People w…
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When filling out official documents, you are often asked to provide your name, birth date, and sex or gender. But have you ever been asked to provide your sex and your gender? Most people use sexuality to refer to the gender(s) to which they are attracted. However, sexuality means different things to different people. A person’s sex, as determined …
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April is Rosacea Awareness Month. According to the National Rosacea Society, the goal of Rosacea Awareness Month is to spread public education on this skin condition so that more people who may have rosacea seek medical help before it gets worse, and so those whose lives are affected can find greater public acceptance and understanding. Research su…
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The lymphatic system consists of many tiny channels throughout the body called lymph vessels or lymphatics. Like blood vessels, these join together to form larger channels. The lymphatic system carries lymph, a colourless, watery fluid that contains lymphocytes – a type of white blood cell. Lymphoedema is the swelling of part or parts of the body t…
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Some people are more sensitive to natural food chemicals and find when they eat large amounts of them, they experience distressing symptoms. The most common natural food chemicals that can cause unpleasant symptoms include salicylates, amines, and glutamate. Chemicals are found everywhere in nature, including in the food we eat and the water we dri…
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Good vibes only and positivity is a concept where people believe in keeping only the positive and rejecting any negative thoughts and notions. This approach also believes that you’re in control of your body and what happens to you and that you can simply remove yourself from negative situations. You’re to blame if you stay in the negative situation…
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Lipoedema: No, it’s not a typo. It’s a real condition that’s often overlooked or confused with lymphoedema. Nearly 370 million women across the globe live with Lipoedema. What is regularly associated with unruly weight gain in its initial stages can quickly spiral out of control if left undiagnosed. Often striking in a woman’s mid-20s, Lipoedema is…
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Pediatric lymphoedema occurs when a child has a chronic accumulation of fluid that causes a region of their body to swell. That unresolved swelling can lead to the buildup of fibrotic tissue along with skin changes that can cause mobility issues. Pediatric or primary lymphoedema is rare; the incidence is about 1 in 100,000 children. About 90 per ce…
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Albinism is a condition that affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours skin, hair and eyes. 1 out of every 17,000 people is living with albinism. Albinism carries with it myths in cultures throughout the world. These run the spectrum from the notion that those with albinism have magical powers to the belief that people with albini…
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The word “scleroderma” comes from two Greek words: “sclero” meaning hard, and “derma” meaning skin. That is why oftentimes, people think that scleroderma is only all about the hardening of the skin, which is one of the most visible manifestations of the condition. Scleroderma, or systemic sclerosis, is a chronic connective tissue disease generally …
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Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer: each year, more than 13,000 Australians are diagnosed with melanoma and almost 980,000 new cases of non-melanoma skin cancers are treated. Skin cancer is mostly preventable, and there are effective treatment options available. Skin cancer treatment depends on the type, its size and location and whether…
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" All children should be able to grow up with heroes and heroines who look and feel like them – whether we’re talking about race, religion, disability, body type, or medical conditions like Alopecia Areata. " - Georgia Gardner, AAAF Let's get some things straight right off the bat: Alopecia is not a sign of cancer or that someone is going through c…
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Like any other part of your body, your skin can be involved in immune responses. Most of us have experienced skin inflammation at some point in our lives. But did you know that it is a way for your skin to tell that your immune system is responding to a certain dysfunction, allergic reaction, or infection? Inflammatory skin conditions are the most …
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Summer’s just around the corner! But along with those warm sunny days also comes a serious threat: ultraviolet (UV) radiation. We all know that spending a bit too much time under the sun can cause sunburn. UV damage doesn’t just stop at the skin; it can also harm your eyes. Many Australians will remember the ‘Sid the Seagull’ campaign from the 1980…
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No doubt, when an illness barges into your life unannounced and takes up residence, it can leave you feeling angry, defeated, and powerless. Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a disabling and complex illness. People with ME/CFS are often not able to do their usual activities. At times, ME/CFS may confine them to bed. Peo…
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When people see something different, unusual, or curious, they look. Or even stare. And it is a reality of life that when we look different—colourful tattoos, unique dress, or burn scars—people may stare at us, too. More than 200,000 people go to the emergency department every year with burn injuries in Australia. Accidental burns can happen to any…
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The term alopecia means hair loss. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that often results in unpredictable hair loss. In the majority of cases, hair falls out in small patches around the size of a quarter. For most people, the hair loss is nothing more than a few patches, though in some cases it can be more extreme. Alopecia areata affects pe…
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The mind and skin are intimately entangled. If you've ever blushed from embarrassment, you know that your skin can reflect what you're feeling inside. It makes sense, then, that emotional trouble might show up as skin trouble. Although cause and effect can be difficult to pin down, considerable data suggest that at least in some people, stress and …
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The idea of altering skin tone has been around since ancient times. Arguably, it was during the height of colonialism and the rise of “scientific racism” (the pseudoscientific idea that empirical evidence supports notions of racial superiority and inferiority) from the 18th to the 19th century that white skin became even more desired. Today, over a…
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As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins this week, we’ll start seeing pink awareness efforts everywhere. Pink products will line the shelves at stores, awareness and fundraising ads will showcase celebrities wearing pink ribbons, some even articulating a specific person or family member affected by breast cancer for whom they’re dedicating their ef…
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Functional medicine takes a different perspective on skin diseases by not viewing it as a “disease” in and of itself. Rather, many skin conditions are considered an external symptom of an internal problem - and solved at the root cause. Do you find it hard to live in the skin that is manifested with rashes, itchiness, redness, bleb or infection? Li…
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Wouldn’t it be great if we could design a single piece of clothing that was protective, comfortable, stretchable as well as stain-resistant, water-resistant and fade-resistant? One that never needs ironing and could self-repair from any rips, cuts or burns? Well, technically, you already have such a “suit” and it will last you your entire life if y…
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Are you considering plastic surgery but not sure where to start? Want a new look but can’t decide which procedure is best for you? When you think of plastic surgery do synthetic implants and injectables come to mind? Have you heard of fat grafting? With advances constantly being made in surgical and minimally invasive techniques and technology, man…
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If you were told that there is a silent killer in Australia that takes the lives of up to half the people who get it each year—more than 5000 people—would you know what it is? If you were told that it can strike anyone of any age and kills more people than prostate cancer, breast cancer and AIDS combined, would that narrow it down? According to exp…
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Whether you read it on the internet, heard it from a friend, or had it passed down from generation to generation, chances are you are clinging to at least one bad piece of skincare advice. Because the beauty industry relies so heavily on word of mouth and recommendations (that is, a product largely succeeds if people review it positively, either IR…
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For more than 3 million children and adolescents living with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD)—the most common and serious type of eczema—the worst words in the English language are “don’t scratch.” Friends and parents may utter these words with the best of intentions, but when you are under the lash of relentless itch, the last thing they …
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Maybe you've had someone in your life who went through breast cancer. Maybe you've seen characters go through breast cancer treatment on TV shows or maybe you've had it yourself. But there’s so much that a person may not really understand about breast cancer—despite reading everything available on medical websites and hearing from doctors—about wha…
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The feet support the entire body; therefore, foot health has a large impact on one’s overall health. The foot and ankle have 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Consequently, there are a lot of areas in the feet and ankles where something can go wrong. Podiatrists, albeit being specialists, are often the first practit…
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