Alfred Health News

The call has gone out to the public to give up alcohol for the month of July.

The Alfred will take part in the Dry July campaign for the second year running to help improve the lives of our patients living with cancer.   

The Alfred's Oncology Nurse Manager, Sue Collings says losing weight and improving mental health and energy levels are just some of the benefits for those participating in this year’s Dry July event.     

Ms Collings urges the public to sign up and give it a go.   

“Cutting out alcohol can decrease cholesterol, liver fat and glucose and increase sleep, wakefulness, concentration and work performance,” Ms Collings said.  

Apart from doing something great for your mind and body, by going booze free for a month, you can raise funds to help improve the areas where Alfred patients with cancer spend most of their time. 

“This year, we are raising money to upgrade the patient waiting area and reception in our radiotherapy centre, including installing a mobile phone charging station and purchasing iPads for patients undergoing treatment.  

“We are also aiming to upgrade the patient kitchen and purchase convertible chairs for patient rooms on Ward 7 East – our oncology inpatient ward – where patients spend a great deal of time.

“These upgrades show our patients we don’t just care about their healthcare, but also their overall wellbeing.  

Visit www.dryjuly.com to sign up today – choose The Alfred to receive your support. 

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