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9 Upcoming Tour to Tweed Valley 14th Aug Take in the beautiful scenery of Hastings Point, Cabarita Beach & Pottsville. Stop in at Husk Farm Distillery for a tour & tasting, followed lunch at Tumbulgum Hotel. Transcord is a trusted not-for-profit organisation that has provided this service throughout the Gold Coast Region for over 20 years. Transcord is recognised as a leader in delivery of safe, reliable, door to door affordable transport. Our service can transport you to Hospital, Medical, Shopping, your favourite coffee or lunch venue… Yes, we can take you anywhere. Ph 5539 3733 Driving the Community Closer COMMUNITY TRANSPORT LTD Socialising with friends Under 65 Clients Disability Clients Aged Care Clients www.transcord.com.au • info@transcord.com.au LOOK! Next exciting tour is Toowoomba Flower Festival - this tour is extremely popular, so enquire now! Redness... WHY ME? As we age, our skin's vascular system plays a crucial role in its overall health. This network of blood vessels and capillaries extends into deeper tissues and the dermis, nourishing the skin. When this system is disrupted, conditions like rosacea can develop, leading to persistent redness and irritation. Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes the blood vessels to widen (vasodilation), increasing blood flow to the skin and making superficial capillaries fragile. This results in skin that is dry, dehydrated, sensitive, irritated, and red. The four stages of rosacea include: Facial redness and flushing - Often in the cheeks, forehead, chin, and nose, typically in a butterfly pattern. Facial bumps and breakouts - Pustules and other blemishes may appear. Enlargement of the nose - Known as rhinophyma, where the nose becomes bulbous. Watery and irritated eyes - Eyes may become red and feel gritty. Managing rosacea involves understanding and avoiding common triggers. According to a survey by the National Rosacea Society, the top triggers are sun exposure (81%), emotional stress (79%), hot weather (75%), wind (57%), alcohol (52%), spicy foods (45%), indoor heating (41%), and certain skin care products (41%). Being aware of these can help minimize flare-ups. Rosacea can be hereditary and is often chronic, with ongoing flare-ups. Diagnosis and treatment vary from info@auramediclinic.com.au | auramediclinic.com.au Mary Ellen Beattie Registered Nurse Skin & Laser Specialist Ph: 5654 5199 Ashmore City Professional Centre 206 Currumburra Rd, Ashmore person to person, depending on the intensity and stage of rosacea. Your GP or dermatologist are best able to determine the treatment you require. Lifestyle and nutrition management are key to controlling long-term redness. Avoid histamine-rich foods such as red wine, beer, distilled spirits, certain aged cheeses, smoked meats, and fish. Reducing sugar-rich foods, spicy foods, hot drinks, and excessive dairy consumption can also help reduce external inflammation. At-home skincare routines can provide significant relief. Use an SLS-free, pH-balanced cleanser, a prebiotic serum, a hyaluronic acid serum, a lightweight, irritant-free moisturizer, and mineral makeup. Clinic treatments are available, including hydration products and calming masks, LED Healite (low-level light therapy) for calming effects, BBL (Broadband light therapy) for reducing redness, and laser treatments to target deeper vascular issues. For further information on combating redness with effective skincare and treatments, we invite you to contact AURA MEDICLINIC at Ashmore City Professional Centre.

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