In an article on The Conversation, researchers Alvin Thomas and Quinn Kinzer from the University of Wisconsin-Madison discuss fatherhood and the roles men play in families. They highlight the loneliness many fathers experience, pointing to song lyrics that reflect their struggles with suppressing emotions.

In an insightful article featured on The Conversation, James Muldoon, an Associate Professor of Management at the University of Essex, explores the potential risks linked to behaviour models that affect individuals experiencing loneliness and vulnerability.

With Summer on our doorstep and Aussie skin cancer rates among the highest in the world, it’s time to put on the sun protection and a reminder to be checking our skin.

According to our skin cancer management GP Dr Thilan Walgamage, we need to be checking our skin every month “it’s not just a quick once over” he says “think of your skin like a road map – check head to toe and study your spots and moles and take notice of any changes. In the early stages of skin cancer development, you’re the one with the best chance to see changes”.

Thilan’s advice is that if you see something NEW, CHANGING or UNUSUAL get it checked by trained professional right away. It could be skin cancer. This is what you should look for…

Kaija is the sexual health nurse who provides free and confidential services through Eurobodalla Sexual Health.