Glomerulonephritis
Glomerulonephritis is a condition that involves inflammation of the filtering units of the kidneys, known as glomeruli. Blood in the urine is one symptom.
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Accidental poisoning
Children's curiosity can lead to danger, such as accidental poisoning.
First Aid & Self-Care Kids' & Teens' HealthAustralian health system: how it works
Australia's healthcare system - find out how it works, which health services are funded by the government and which services are privately funded.
First Aid & Self-CareHow to do CPR
Bystander resuscitation saves lives, and these days mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is not absolutely necessary. Dr Norman Swan explains how to do it.
First Aid & Self-Care Heart & StrokeMultiple sclerosis: What are some symptoms of MS?
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the nerves. Dr Norman Swan explains the symptoms.
First Aid & Self-CareWhat are the most common autoimmune diseases?
Autoimmune diseases are diseases where the immune system attacks the body. Dr Norman Swan explains which are the most common.
First Aid & Self-CareWhat is kidney damage?
Chronic kidney disease is common in Australia. Dr Norman Swan outlines what you can do to prevent it.
First Aid & Self-CareWhat is the treatment for hypothermia?
What do you do if you come across someone with hypothermia? Dr Norman Swan explains the dos and don'ts of first aid for hypothermia.
First Aid & Self-CareHow do you treat kidney infection?
Treatment of kidney infection depends on whether it's pyelonephritis or cystitis, which is actually an infection of the bladder.
First Aid & Self-CareWhat are kidney stones and how do we get them?
What are kidney stones made of, and why do we get them? Dr Norman Swan explains.
First Aid & Self-CareHow to keep cool in a heatwave
For young and old Australians, soaring temperatures can cause heatstroke and even death, and a recent Australian study examined two heatwave scenarios to find out what is the best way to cool down.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsVaccination
Vaccination is one of the most important public health measures in the world. Find out how vaccination works and about childhood and adult immunisations.
First Aid & Self-CareWhere should you do your rehab?
Over 50,000 Australians have a knee replacement each year and all those people need rehabilitation to get back on their feet and make the most of their new joint.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsHeadache: what makes a headache serious?
Although headaches are rarely a sign of serious illness, certain symptoms should prompt you to see your doctor. Find out what makes a headache serious.
First Aid & Self-Care SymptomsGuillain-Barre syndrome
Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is a condition where the body's immune system attacks the nerves. Symptoms include weakness or paralysis of the muscles.
First Aid & Self-CareDental Health Week
The health of your teeth and mouth can affect the health of other parts of your body. Make sure you're doing everything you can for your oral health.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsOrgan donation
Organ and tissue donation saves the lives of hundreds of Australians every year. Find out who can donate organs and how to register your decision on the Australian Organ Donor Register
First Aid & Self-CareMultiple sclerosis (MS)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic (long-term) disease that affects the central nervous system. In MS, the protective sheath (known as myelin) that surrounds the nerve fibres in the brain and spinal cord becomes damaged. ... What are the symptoms of multiple sclerosis?
First Aid & Self-CareChronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) — also called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or ME/CFS — is a complex condition. It causes extreme fatigue, sleep problems, pain and other symptoms.
First Aid & Self-CareVideo: Measles - global outbreak
It’s predicted Australia may have 300 infections of measles in 2019, but endemic measles was eliminated in 2014. So why the increase in measles infections now?
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsVideo: Private Health Insurance reforms
April 2019 will see a new system of categorising private health insurance and some changes to policies. What will the changes mean for you?
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsVideo: Improving oral health in Australia
Ninety per cent of Australian adults and 40 per cent of children have experienced tooth decay. Poor oral health is a risk factor for heart disease, stroke and diabetes, but there are things you can do to improve it.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsTension headache treatments
Most of us have experienced a tension headache, which often feels like a tight band of pressure around the head. Treatment involves treating the pain and reducing stress and tension.
First Aid & Self-CareVideo: Brain awareness
Your brain is an amazing organ. Find out how to keep it healthy, alert and thinking well. Know the signs of concussion and how to protect against it.
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