Matters for Men
A small yet information-packed book containing a wide selection of health information on male concerns. This inexpensive book - and other men's publications by John Ashfield - can be ordered from Peacock Publications.
More About Men: A Healthcare Guide
This booklet covers both emotional and physical aspects of men’s health. It is produced by the City Of Melville, but unfortunately is currently out of print and not available. However it may be downloaded from: http://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/health
Who Said Its Easy Being A Guy?
Is aimed at young males “We guys need stuff to read which is about us. Not lots of reading, but information in our language that is to the point.” This booklet Click Here to download is produced by the City Of Melville and is also available from MAN It may also be downloaded from:
http://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/health/mens-health/more-about-men/2009-who-said-its-easy-being-a-guy.pdf
Men and Cancer
This publication from the Cancer Council, provides important information regarding the different types of cancer affecting males, as well as useful preventative measures.
Further publications from the Cancer Council are available from the below link.
http://www.cancerwa.asn.au/resources/publications/prevention/?PHPSESSID=d51ed651def3378da6e8d7f6d0fb1a53#men
Fathering from the Fast Lane
The Author: Dr Bruce Robinson, Professor of Medicine at the University of Western Australia Medical School, has been speaking on the topic of work and family life to students and professional and community groups for over twelve years. He is all too familiar with the challenges of working 'in the fast lane': as a father of three, he has had to balance his family life with the pressures of being a practising lung specialist, leading a large cancer research team, teaching medical students and attending international conferences.
http://www.brucerobinson.com.au/book.html
Fathers at Work
How to use a father friendly workplace to attract and retain skilled staff. For details, visit: http://www.docep.wa.gov.au/lr/LabourRelations/Media/Fathers_at_work.pdf
Family Separation: A Guide For Teens
This booklet gives advice and help to teenagers experiencing family separation. It is produced by the Child Support Agency.
Queries should be sent to Comms@csa.gov.au
Available online at www.youth.csa.gov.au
Separated parents and tough times
Major changes in relationships, such as separation, can be a trigger for depression. That’s why the Child Support Agency and beyondblue: the national depression initiative have joined forces to raise awareness of the risks and impact of depression on separating parents, the importance of looking after yourself, where to go for help. For details visit: http://www.csa.gov.au/publications/pdf/1275.pdf
Taking care of yourself and your family
A book has recently become available that you may be interested in. 'Taking Care of Yourself and Your Family' is a resource book for good mental health. It is supported by BeyondBlue - the national depression initiative.
http://www.agric.wa.gov.au/content/lwe/cli/adv/2007nar_takingcare_rstokes.htm
Top Blokes Food Manual
For men who want to be healthy, sexy and live long by Glenn Cardwell. Published by Nutrition Impact, PO Box 1035 Bentley DC 6983
Phone/Fax: 9367 3556
A list of books on manhood, masculinity, fathering and similar topics is also available. |