Yolanda Smith

Feature Writer

B.Pharm.

Pharmacy

Yolanda graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of South Australia and has experience working in both Australia and Italy. She is passionate about how medicine, diet and lifestyle affect our health and enjoys helping people understand this. In her spare time she loves to explore the world and learn about new cultures and languages.

Articles from Yolanda

Effective Communication in Primary Care Teams

A cornerstone in the provision of optimal health care services to the public is effective communication.

30 Jan 2017

Patient-Centered Primary Care

Patient-centered primary care is beginning to form the cornerstone of quality health care, although there remains to be a separation from ideal patient care and the reality of the situation. Health care services that are focused on the specific needs of each individual are an important step forward to making an improvement in overall health outcomes and patient satisfaction with health services.

30 Jan 2017

Benefits of Primary Care Intervention

Primary care intervention refers to when a member of the primary health care team makes a change that may affect the health outcomes of a patient.

30 Jan 2017

Future of Endocrinology

There have been significant breakthroughs in the research in the field of endocrinology throughout the twentieth century.

30 Jan 2017

Research in Endocrinology

Endocrinology is a branch of the medical profession that focuses on disorders of the endocrine system and hormones.

30 Jan 2017

Strategies to Improve Shortage of Primary Health Care

Access to primary health care services in a timely manner is a significant factor for optimal public health outcomes. However, there is currently a notable shortage of primary health care workers, which may compromise the quality of patient care.

24 Jan 2017

Microdermabrasion / Microderm

Microdermabrasion, also sometimes referred to as microderm, is a non-invasive treatment to exfoliate the skin, which can help improve complexion by making the skin appear smoother, brighter, and lighter. The procedure is considered to be safe for individuals with all skin types and colors.

24 Jan 2017

Annual Health Checks for Men

Annual health checks are an important part of maintaining good health for men of all ages. While the screening tests for cancers and other health conditions become more important for older men, an annual physical examination and general check-up are recommended for men of all ages.

24 Jan 2017

Annual Health Checks for Women

Women should be encouraged to have an annual general health check-up to discuss medical history and lifestyle choices and to detect early signs of diseases and enable early interventions when possible.

23 Jan 2017