Gawler Foundation announces new cancer support program for Western suburbs

Following on from the success of the first ever 12 week cancer healing and wellbeing program in Footscray, The Gawler Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a second such program. Commencing on August 21, it will again be available for Health Care Card holders at the greatly subsidised cost of only $35 for [...]

Book Review: Surviving Cancer

This Review appeared on barinya.com South Australia For many people the diagnosis of cancer seems like a death sentence… but it need not necessarily be so. “Surviving Cancer” brings us stories of hope and inspiration, from people who have successfully recovered from all kinds of cancers- even some against medical odds. We become aware of [...]

Meditation reduces blood pressure, boosts heart health: new study

A new study has found that meditation can significantly reduce blood pressure and boost heart health. In welcoming the report, Seikan Cech BHSc (Hons) Dr ChineseMed(Acup) DipCouns Grad DipSocSc (FamTherapy) from The Gawler Foundation said “these findings provide further confirmation of our long-term observations and experience that regular meditation practice will routinely create a whole [...]

Getting life on track after cancer

What is this? Article in the Maribyrnong Leader on May 6, 2008 launching the 12 week Cancer Healing & Wellbeing course in the Western Suburbs, specifically for Healthcare Card holders. By Anna Prytz LIFE during and after a struggle with cancer is not purely about medical concerns but also a complex emotional and physical journey. [...]