Professor Lisa Wood discusses asthma and the pulmonary system’s relationship with gastrointestinal health, impact of dietary fats, pollution, and obesity on lung health.
Join naturopath Ben Lee and fx Medicine ambassador Emma Sutherland as they deep dive into topical steroid withdrawal: the signs, symptoms, and how to distinguish this common condition from other skin conditions.
Dr Brad Leech and Emma Sutherland discuss key microbiome concepts, emphasising the importance of distinguishing between pathogens and pathobionts, the latest on testing methods, microbial richness vs diversity, and the safe use of antimicrobial herbs, including Brad’s four rules for clinical practice: Test, Reflect, Protect, and Regenerate.
CONSEQUENCES TO MICROBIAL DIVERSITY
With the declaration of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Australians implemented major restrictions to reduce the respiratory droplet and aerosol contact1 transmission of the novel severe-acute respiratory syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The pandemic prompted public health messaging advising Australians to minimise physical contact, maintain 1.5 metres distance from others, wear a face mask2 and wash and sanitise hands regularly,3 particularly after contact with others. As a predominantly respiratory infection, COVID-19 binds with alveolar and small intestinal epithelial angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptors, drawing attention to the gut and respiratory microbiome.4
Join fx Medicine ambassador Emma Sutherland and naturopath Ananda Mahony as they explore the complex pathophysiology, aetiology, and treatment options for the common skin condition, rosacea from a naturopathic perspective.
Naturopath Daniel Sipple shares his experience in working with autoimmune conditions with fx Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir as they discuss Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome (MAS).
Join fx Medicine Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir and Dr. Brad Leech as they deep dive into the connection between gut microbiome health and autoimmunity, with a focus on understanding functional and pathology tests, clinical presentations, and appropriate therapeutics to support patients holistically.
Dr. Lily Tomas explores the complexities of fibromyalgia including chronic inflammation, risk factors, and the role of mitochondria, mast cells, microglia, and the brain.