- Habit cough in children — read abstract
« A habit cough is a cough that occurs in the absence of any underlying disease. The cough is usually loud, harsh, honking or barking. »
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- Haemochromatosis — read abstract
« Haemochromatosis is a condition in which the body takes in too much iron. »
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- Haemochromatosis test should be combined with iron studies — read abstract
« Haemochromatosis tests are regularly misinterpreted resulting in people being wrongly labelled with an inherited disorder, an Australian expert says. »
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- Haemophilia Awareness Week — read abstract
« Haemophilia Awareness Week aims to raise awareness of the realities of living with a lifelong bleeding disorder such as haemophilia and von Willebrand disease. »
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- Haemophilia inheritance — read abstract
« Haemophilia is an inherited condition and occurs in families, however in 1/3 cases it appears in families with no previous history of the disorder. »
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- Haemophilia treatment: replacement therapy — read abstract
« Various treatment products containing the appropriate clotting factor are used to treat haemophilia. »
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- Haemophilia: are there different types? — read abstract
« There are differing degrees of severity of haemophilia and they are related to the level of deficiency of the clotting factor. »
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- Haemophilia: different types of bleeds — read abstract
« The person with moderate haemophilia generally suffers less frequent bleeds and these bleeds are rarely spontaneous. Bleeding into the joints can still be a problem. »
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- Haemophilia: what is it? — read abstract
« Haemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder where the blood doesn't clot properly. »
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- Haemophilus influenzae — read abstract
« The bacterium Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) can cause meningitis and epiglottitis. »
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- Haemorrhoids — read abstract
« Haemorrhoids are enlarged veins just under the surface tissue of your rectum or anus. Find out about the symptoms and causes of haemorrhoids. »
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- Haemorrhoids self-care — read abstract
« Haemorrhoids (piles) can be inside or outside the anal canal. They are common, particularly after 40 and during pregnancy. Find out what products are available for haemorrhoids.
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- Haemorrhoids treatments — read abstract
« Find out about the treatments for haemorrhoids, including sclerotherapy, banding, surgery and self-care measures. »
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- Hair loss — read abstract
« The most common type of hair loss is known as androgenetic alopecia or male pattern baldness . »
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- Hair loss overview — read abstract
« Find out about causes of hair loss, including the most common type - inherited male pattern baldness, also called androgenetic alopecia. »
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- Hair loss self-care — read abstract
« Hair loss can be normal (hereditary hair loss), or abnormal, which is usually temporary. Hair loss can affect men, women and children. Find out what products are available for hair loss. »
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- Hair loss: treatment options — read abstract
« Hair loss may be treated with such products as Rogaine and Propecia. »
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- Hallucinations and false ideas in dementia — read abstract
« People with dementia sometimes experience hallucinations and delusions which seem real to them, but there are ways you can help. »
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- Hallucinogens: what are the effects? — read abstract
« Tthe effects of hallucinogens, such as LSD, vary from person to person and depend on the amount taken. »
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- Hallucinogens: what are they? — read abstract
« Hallucinogens, also known as psychedelic drugs, affect all the senses and cause hallucinations. »
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- Hamstring strain or tear — read abstract
« A hamstring strain or tear involves over-stretching one of the 3 hamstring muscles at the back of the thigh. »
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- Hand exercises in wax baths benefit arthritis — read abstract
« Doing hand exercises in warm paraffin wax baths relieves rheumatoid arthritis pain and improves function. »
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- Hand, foot and mouth disease — read abstract
« Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common childhood illness causing mouth sores and a skin rash. Read about the symptoms, treatment and how to prevent infection by this viral illness. »
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- Hang the detail, seniors put events in context — read abstract
« Younger adults are good at remembering details about important events in their lives but they are more likely to put that event in context as they age, Canadian researchers say. »
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- Hangovers: how your body is affected — read abstract
« Find out what happens when you have a hangover - the unpleasant consequence of having overindulged. »
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- Happiness linked to gene — read abstract
« A gene involved in transport of the brain chemical serotonin is linked with levels of life satisfaction, a study finds. »
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- Hay fever — read abstract
« Hay fever (allergic rhinitis) can affect as many as one in 5 children or young adults. Find out about the symptoms and treatments for hay fever. »
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- Hay fever treatments — read abstract
« Treatment options for hay fever include the use of decongestants, antihistamines and nasal corticosteroids. »
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- Hay fever: what is it? — read abstract
« Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is a seasonal condition that can be aggravated by some pollens and grass seeds. »
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- Hayfever: self-care — read abstract
« Hayfever can be seasonal or happen all year round. It is important to prevent and treat it because it can affect your sleep, work or learning. Find out what products are available for hayfever. »
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- Head and neck sports injuries: on-field management — read abstract
« An on-field sporting injury to the head or neck can potentially be very serious and such injuries need to be managed effectively and safely. »
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- Head lice — read abstract
« Head lice (or nits), which live and breed in hair or on the scalp, can be treated by wet combing with a conditioner or with various shampoos and lotions. »
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- Head lice machine treats lice without chemicals — read abstract
« A mechanical head lice treatment that uses heat and air pressure to kill lice has attracted interest in Australia, but has some limitations. »
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- Headache — read abstract
« Headaches are relatively common. Find out about some of the causes, how to treat headaches, and when to seek medical advice. »
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- Headache and Migraine Awareness Week — read abstract
« Headache and Migraine Awareness Week aims to increase recognition of headache and migraine as major public health disorders. »
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- Headache: treatment options — read abstract
« A number of different products are available over the counter for the treatment of headache. »
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- Headache: what makes a headache serious? — read abstract
« Although headaches are very common and rarely a sign of serious illness, certain symptoms should prompt you to see your doctor. »
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- Headaches — read abstract
« A headache can happen on one or both sides of your head, or in the front or back of your head, and can be triggered by many things. Find out what products are available for headaches. »
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- Headaches are not a sign of high blood pressure — read abstract
« Severe headaches are not a sign of high blood pressure after all, say researchers. »
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- Headaches not associated with electronic media exposure — read abstract
« Frequent use of electronic media by adolescents does not increase their risk of headaches, research suggests. »
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- Headaches: medication overuse is common in people with... — read abstract
« Overuse of analgesics (pain relievers) by people with chronic (ongoing) tension-type headaches is rife, research shows. »
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- Headaches: the different types — read abstract
« Find out about the different types of headaches, including tension headache, cluster headache, and migraine, among others. »
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- Headgear essential in amateur sport — read abstract
« Non-professional players of heavy contact sports should wear headgear to reduce the incidence of mild traumatic brain injuries. »
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- Heading a soccer ball unlikely to cause brain injury — read abstract
« Heading the ball in soccer is unlikely to cause brain injury but head to head collisions might, says a leading sports physician in this week`s British Medical Journal. »
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- Headlice — read abstract
« Head lice live in the hair, feed on blood from the scalp and lay eggs called nits. They are often most noticeable behind the ears and at the nape of the neck. Find out what products are available for head lice. »
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- Health benefits of swimming pools in remote Aboriginal... — read abstract
« Swimming pools provide important health and social
benefits to disadvantaged communities, finds a study in
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- Health care: 10 tips for good health care — read abstract
« The Australian Council for Safety and Quality in Health Care has published the following tips to help you to improve your health and become more actively involved in your health care. »
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- Health checks — read abstract
« If you never go to the doctor, you may be missing some important preventive checks that can help keep you healthy. »
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- Health checks men should have — read abstract
« Check out the screening tests and examinations that healthy men should have to monitor for diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. »
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- Health checks women should have — read abstract
« Find out about the regular screening tests and examinations that healthy women should have to monitor for diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. »
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- Health checks you should have: a checklist — read abstract
« Healthy people can undertake many screening tests and examinations to help with detection of diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. »
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- Health improvement: do one thing at a time — read abstract
« According to recent research, success is more likely if we try and solve one health problem at a time. »
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- Healthy ageing in your fifties — read abstract
« Fight the effects of ageing in your fifties by improving your muscle strength, aerobic capacity, flexibility and bone strength and boosting your immune system. »
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- Healthy diet for children — read abstract
« Find out how to encourage better nutrition in children. »
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- Healthy eating and small children — read abstract
« Many parents find meal times with small children a challenge. Get some tips on feeding your toddler. »
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- Healthy eating can be easy and enjoyable — read abstract
« Healthy eating should be easy and enjoyable. You could even become passionate about it! »
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- Healthy eating: eat like a peasant, not a king — read abstract
« The benefits of a medieval peasant diet - fresh vegetables, mixed grains, and little meat, fat, salt or sugar – are being taught in UK schools. »
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- Healthy food and drinks can erode teeth — read abstract
« Some so-called `healthy` foods can erode our teeth. »
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- Healthy holiday eating: quick tips — read abstract
« Here are some tips to help you stay healthy and avoid illnesses carried in food and water when you are travelling. »
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- Hearing Awareness Week — read abstract
« Hearing Awareness Week aims to raise awareness of hearing loss, deafness and chronic ear disorders to increase acceptance and accommodations for affected people. »
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- Hearing impairment and schoolchildren — read abstract
« Hearing impairments affect a child's listening ability and can therefore often interfere with their educational and social development. »
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- Hearing loss a signal for dementia — read abstract
« Older adults with hearing loss may be up to 5 times more likely to develop dementia than people with normal hearing, researchers have found.
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- Hearing loss explained — read abstract
« It is a common belief that hearing impaired people can't hear sounds loudly enough, but the problem is more complicated than that. »
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- Hearing problems — read abstract
« About one-third of people aged between 65 and 74 have hearing problems. »
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- Hearing problems in children — read abstract
« Poor hearing is a serious problem for children, affecting the ability to speak, read and be educated. »
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- Hearing tests and audiograms — read abstract
« Your audiogram is a picture of your hearing. It indicates how much your hearing varies from normal and, if there is a hearing loss, where the problem might be located in the hearing pathway. »
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- Hearing: how your ears work — read abstract
« Your ears are very complicated parts of your body. No one completely understands how they work. »
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- Heart anatomy — read abstract
« View a picture of the anatomy of the heart, which is made up of 4 compartments: 2 atria and 2 ventricles. »
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- Heart attack — read abstract
« A heart attack (myocardial infarction) occurs when the arterial blood supply to the heart muscle is blocked. »
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- Heart attack and cardiac arrest: emergency treatment — read abstract
« First aid and emergency treatment if you suspect someone is having a heart attack. »
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- Heart attack gene modified by diet — read abstract
« People with a high-risk gene for heart disease can reduce their risk through a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables, a study suggests. »
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- Heart attack overview — read abstract
« A heart attack means the blood supply to part of the heart muscle has become blocked. Early treatment can reduce damage to the muscle. »
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- Heart attack patients can fly in 2 weeks — read abstract
« People who have had a heart attack may be able to travel by plane 2 weeks later without a medical escort or oxygen provided they do not overexert themselves before or after the flight. »
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- Heart attack prevention tips — read abstract
« Read about how you can help prevent heart attacks by making a few simple lifestyle changes. »
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- Heart attack risk increased by raised resting heart rate — read abstract
« Elevated resting heart rate has been confirmed as a risk factor for developing a fatal heart attack even in healthy people. »
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- Heart attack survivors ignore medical advice — read abstract
« Most heart attack survivors underestimate their risk of a second attack and don't follow medical advice on medicines and lifestyle changes, a survey has found. »
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- Heart bypass surgery: marriage linked to longer survival — read abstract
« Heart bypass surgery survival is better in married patients, study finds. »
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- Heart disease and diabetes risk increased by sitting — read abstract
« Too much sitting increases the risk of heart disease and diabetes even if daily exercise requirements are met, an expert says. »
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- Heart disease risk passed from father to son — read abstract
« Men with a particular genetic variant on their Y chromosome appear to be hardwired for a 50 per cent higher risk of coronary heart disease, regardless of their other risk factors. »
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- Heart disease: reduce the risk — read abstract
« You can reduce your risk of heart disease by following a few sensible steps. Here's how. »
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- Heart disease: women significantly underestimate risk — read abstract
« Many women remain unaware that heart disease is the leading cause of death among females, research reveals. »
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- Heart failure overview — read abstract
« Heart failure means the heart has a reduced ability to pump blood around the body. »
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- Heart health — read abstract
« A healthy heart can help to ensure a long, full life. Learn how you can improve your heart health through dieting, exercising and giving up smoking. »
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- Heart health and anger — read abstract
« People who get angry easily are more likely to have a heart attack than their more placid counterparts, research suggests. »
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- Heart health as you grow older — read abstract
« Read about how to modify your lifestyle to help keep your heart healthy as you get older. »
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- Heart health boosted by optimistic outlook — read abstract
« Having a positive outlook can help protect your heart, with a study finding that being optimistic can lower your risk of heart attack or stroke by up to 50 per cent. »
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- Heart health self-care — read abstract
« Heart health is important to prevent a heart attack, which can happen when coronary artery disease blocks blood supply to your heart muscle. Find out what products are available for heart health. »
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- Heart health: be physically active and enjoy healthy eating — read abstract
« Find out how small changes to your physical activity levels and food choices can make big changes to your heart health. »
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- Heart murmurs — read abstract
« Heart murmurs are heard between heartbeats if the blood flow through the heart becomes turbulent. »
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- Heart risk higher with pessimistic type D personality — read abstract
« People with a type D (pessimistic) personality had an almost three times higher risk of heart problems and death. »
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- Heart transplants — read abstract
« The heart transplant has changed from being an experimental procedure to an established medical treatment. »
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- Heart Week — read abstract
« During Heart Week 2013, the Heart Foundation urges all Australians to learn the warning signs of heart attack. »
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- Heart: how your heart pumps blood around your body — read abstract
« The purpose of your heart is to pump fresh blood to the organs and tissues of your body that need the oxygen and nutrients it carries. »
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- Heartbeat — read abstract
« The walls of the heart’s chambers are made of muscle, the contraction of which constitutes a heartbeat. »
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- Heartburn — read abstract
« Heartburn is a common form of indigestion caused by gastro-oesophageal reflux - reflux of stomach contents into the oesophagus (gullet). »
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- Heartburn treatments — read abstract
« Find out about the treatment options for heartburn - a symptom of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). »
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- Heat rash or prickly heat — read abstract
« Heat rash or prickly heat is caused by blockage of sweat glands during times of high heat or humidity, causing itching or prickling of the skin. »
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- Heat stroke and heat exhaustion — read abstract
« Heat exhaustion and heat stroke occur when the body's cooling system is overloaded; heat stroke requires urgent treatment to prevent death or permanent disability. »
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- Heel pain — read abstract
« Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, an inflammatory condition of the sole of the foot. »
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- Heel spurs — read abstract
« A heel spur is a pointed bony outgrowth of the heel bone. They can occur under the heel bone on the sole of the foot where they are associated with plantar fasciitis. »
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- Helicobacter pylori and ulcer treatment — read abstract
« Read how 2 Australian scientists discovered the Helicobacter pylori bacterium and changed conventional thinking about stomach ulcers. »
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- Helicobacter pylori test: simple test for stomach germ — read abstract
« Helicobacter pylori infection of the stomach can be diagnosed using several different tests, including a breath test. »
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- Hendra horses may transmit virus before symptoms — read abstract
« Hendra-infected horses may transmit Hendra virus in secretions from the nose before they develop symptoms, a study suggests. »
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- Hendra virus — read abstract
« Hendra virus was first isolated in an outbreak in humans and horses at a horse stud in Queensland. Find out the symptoms, tests and treatment of Hendra virus. »
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- Hendra virus could vanish with vaccine — read abstract
« The deadly Hendra virus will likely disappear with widespread use of a new vaccine protecting horses, the CSIRO says. »
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- Hendra virus rise linked to changing environment — read abstract
« Experts have linked the increasing prevalence of Hendra virus to human environmental impacts. »
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- Hepatitis A, B and C: an overview — read abstract
« Compare the differences among hepatitis A, hepatitis B and hepatitis C with this table.
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- Hepatitis A: information for travellers — read abstract
« Hepatitis A, a viral infection, is a common cause of liver inflammation worldwide. Find out about the symptoms, treatment and preventing this disease. »
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- Hepatitis B — read abstract
« Hepatitis B is a serious illness but it can be prevented by vaccination. »
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- Hepatitis B vaccine — read abstract
« Vaccination is the most effective way of preventing the spread of hepatitis B. »
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- Hepatitis B: information for travellers — read abstract
« Hepatitis B is a viral infection of the liver, causing anorexia, nausea, joint pain and jaundice in the acute (initial) phase. »
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- Hepatitis C — read abstract
« Hepatitis C is an inflammation of the liver, which may show up as an acute flu-like illness with fever and nausea. »
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- Hepatitis C and sexual transmission — read abstract
« Hepatitis C is not classified as an STI, although it may be contracted through blood-to-blood contact in sexual contact, although this is believed to be rare. »
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- Hepatitis C and staying healthy — read abstract
« Useful advice for people with hepatitis C on staying healthy and diet including alcohol. »
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- Hepatitis C antibodies and antibody testing — read abstract
« Hep C antibody tests are used to see if a person has ever developed hep c antibodies - whether they have ever been infected with hepatitis C at any point. »
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- Hepatitis C infection — read abstract
« Around three-quarters of people infected with hepatitis C virus develop chronic (ongoing) infection, but antiviral treatments now have a 50 to 80 per cent cure rate. »
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- Hepatitis C: an Australian snapshot — read abstract
« Find out about all about hepatitis C and how many Australians have hep C. »
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- Hepatitis C: liver biopsy / fibroscan — read abstract
« Find out what`s involved when you have a liver biopsy or a fibroscan to assess the degree of liver fibrosis. »
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- Hepatitis risk in nail salons — read abstract
« Hepatitis B and C may be transmitted in nail salons and hairdressing and barber shops, US experts suggest. »
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- Hepatitis: an overview — read abstract
« Hepatitis can cause permanent and life-threatening damage to the liver. Hepatitis A, B and C are caused by viruses. »
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- Herbal extract kava implicated in liver problems — read abstract
« The Therapeutic Goods Administration issued a warning after medicines containing kava were implicated in 30 cases of serious liver problems. »
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- Herbal medicine — read abstract
« Herbal medicine - use of plants or plant parts for healing - is part of many traditional systems of medicine and has influenced conventional medicine, but differs in its underlying philosophy. »
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- Herbal medicines a major health hazard, experts warn — read abstract
« Herbal medicines can interact with other medicines and cause serious side effects, and need the same scrutiny as conventional medicines, experts recommend. »
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- Herbalists using ALAs at higher risk of kidney failure — read abstract
« Chinese herbalists had a 3 times greater risk of kidney failure if they manufactured and sold herbs containing aristolochic acids (ALAs), and a 5 times greater risk if they consumed them, a study found. »
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- Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia — read abstract
« Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia is a condition that causes malformations of the small blood vessels in multiple areas throughout the body. »
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- Heroin and pregnancy — read abstract
« Using heroin during pregnancy increases the chances of miscarriage, early labour and low birth weight babies. »
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- Heroin: tolerance and dependence — read abstract
« Prolonged use of heroin is highly addictive. Using heroin regularly can result in dependence and tolerance to it. »
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- Heroin: what are the effects? — read abstract
« The immediate effects of heroin may last 3 to 5 hours. Find out what the long-term effects are and the effects of coming down. »
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- Heroin: what is it? — read abstract
« Heroin is made from the opium poppy and is a type of drug known as an opioid. »
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- Heroin: withdrawal and treatment — read abstract
« If a person dependent on heroin suddenly stops taking it, withdrawal symptoms may result. »
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- Herpes and HIV — read abstract
« Most people with recurrent genital herpes infection in Australia do not have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. If you have herpes and think you may have been exposed to HIV infection, you may wish to talk to your doctor about the possibility o »
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- Herpes treatments — read abstract
« Find out what treatments are available in Australia to help control outbreaks of genital herpes. »
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- Herpes: your questions answered — read abstract
« Your questions about herpes answered, including how do you know if you have genital herpes, how is herpes diagnosed, and do I have to tell my partner if I have herpes? »
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- Hiatus hernia symptoms — read abstract
« The most common symptoms of hiatus hernia are those arising from gastro-oesophageal reflux. »
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- Hiatus hernia: diagnosis and treatment — read abstract
« Read all about how hiatus hernias are diagnosed and treated. »
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- Hiatus hernia: the 2 main types — read abstract
« Find out about the 2 main types of hiatus hernia: the sliding hiatus hernia and the rolling hiatus hernia. »
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- Hiatus hernia: what is it? — read abstract
« A hiatus hernia, or hiatal hernia, occurs when a part of the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm and into the chest cavity. »
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- Hiatus hernia: what you can do — read abstract
« Here are a few steps toward easing the symptoms or pain of a hiatus hernia. »
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- Hiccups — read abstract
« Hiccups occur when the diaphragm suddenly contracts and the epiglottis closes. They are usually harmless, but see your doctor if they are persistent or severe. »
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- Hiccups: why do we hiccup? — read abstract
« Sometimes hiccups persist for a long period of time and can be a sign of an underlying condition. »
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- High altitude trekking risky for travellers with asthma — read abstract
« Young adults with mild-to-moderate asthma are at risk of worsening symptoms when they travel overseas, especially if they go on high altitude treks, Israeli researchers have warned. »
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- High blood pressure — read abstract
« Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a major factor in strokes, heart attacks and kidney disease. »
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- High blood pressure overview — read abstract
« High blood pressure is common in Australia. Although it often causes no symptoms, it is a major contributor to heart attack and stroke. »
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- High blood pressure should be treated — read abstract
« Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the main causes of preventable illness such as strokes, heart attacks and some cases of kidney disease. »
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- High blood pressure treatments — read abstract
« High blood pressure can be treated by lifestyle measures and medicines, including ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II blockers and calcium antagonists. »
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- High cholesterol in children — read abstract
« High cholesterol levels in children can be due to certain eating patterns and genetic factors. Find out about testing and treatment. »
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- High doses of fish oil for coronary heart disease need... — read abstract
« The American Heart Association (AHA) has recommended that doctors supervise omega-3 fatty acid supplementation in people with coronary heart disease (CHD). »
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- High protein diet reduces triglyceride fats — read abstract
« A diet high in protein and low in fat reduces triglycerides in obese men and women and helps to preserve muscle in women, Australian researchers have found. »
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- High protein diets better at fatloss in type 2 diabetes — read abstract
« High protein diets are more effective than low protein ones in reducing fat mass in women with type 2 diabetes, an Australian study finds. »
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- Hip and thigh — read abstract
« Take a look at the muscles of your hip and thigh including the iliotibial band (ITB), tensor fasciae latae, gluteus maximus and vastus lateralis. »
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- Hip fracture risk in men could be inherited from granddads — read abstract
« Young men whose grandfathers have a history of hip fractures may themselves be at increased risk of low bone density. »
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- Hipsters fashion pinches a nerve — read abstract
« Tight hipster jeans have joined the list of fashion disasters that can injure their hapless wearers, with reports from Canada that they can cause `tingly thighs`. »
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- Hirsutism in women — read abstract
« Find out about the causes and treatments for hirsutism in women - the problem of having too much hair on the face or body. »
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- HIV and AIDS: 12 common questions answered — read abstract
« How does HIV lead to AIDS? Is there an HIV vaccine? How can you avoid HIV infection? Find answers to all these questions and more here. »
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- HIV and AIDS: information for travellers — read abstract
« With the global epidemic of HIV infection and AIDS, international travellers may be concerned about their risk of HIV infection and how to prevent transmission. »
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- HIV and AIDS: transmission and prevalence — read abstract
« Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or AIDS is found primarily in blood, semen and vaginal secretions of infected persons. »
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- HIV infection: precautions for HIV-infected travellers — read abstract
« People with HIV infection are at higher risk of many diseases while travelling and may also be unable to receive common vaccinations and preventive medicines.
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- HIV-AIDS: safety and testing in overseas countries — read abstract
« AIDS and HIV infection occur worldwide but many countries do not have comprehensive screening programmes for detecting HIV/AIDS in blood transfusions and products.
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- HIV: first multidrug-resistant cases reported in Australia — read abstract
« First 2 Australian cases of multidrug-resistant HIV reported in Sydney, bringing worldwide total to 13. »
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- Holiday hazards: quick tips — read abstract
« Quick tips to see you through the hazards of summer, whether you holiday at home or overseas! »
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- Home oxygen precautions — read abstract
« Find out about the safety precautions you should follow when using home oxygen therapy. »
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- Homeopathy no help for asthma — read abstract
« Homeopathy is no better than placebo (a dummy medication) at relieving childhood asthma in patients already receiving traditional GP care, UK researchers have found. »
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- Homeopathy not an effective treatment for asthma — read abstract
« Homeopathic therapy is not an effective treatment for people with asthma who are allergic to house dust mite, researchers have found. »
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- Homeopathy: evidence of effectiveness lacking — read abstract
« Compelling evidence is lacking for the efficacy of homeopathy, a leading complementary medicine researcher has concluded. »
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- Hormone replacement therapy — read abstract
« Hormone replacement therapy is not a quick fix to the challenge of menopause, but it can be a useful tool in the overall management of menopause. »
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- Hormone replacement therapy increases ovarian cancer risk — read abstract
« Evidence is mounting that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increases the risk of ovarian cancer. »
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- Hot flushes relieved by soy — read abstract
« Having 2 serves of soybean-rich foods - about 200 g of tofu or 2 glasses of soy milk - each day can help relieve hot flushes in menopausal women. »
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- How to use Pharmacy Care — read abstract
« Pharmacy Care provides information about how to treat minor medical conditions with products available at the pharmacy. »
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- How your food is digested — read abstract
« See how your body digests your food in this diagram of the digestive or gastrointestinal system. »
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- HPV vaccine protects against anal cancer — read abstract
« Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine protects against cancer of the anus as well as cervical cancer, a study shows. »
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- HPV vaccine: teenage girls don't see it as green light for... — read abstract
« A survey has found that most teenage girls do not perceive parental consent for HPV vaccination as implying permission for sexual activity.
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- HRT patches prove safer than pills for stroke risk — read abstract
« Stroke risk is reduced with low-dose HRT skin patches compared to tablets in women who have been through menopause, research shows. »
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- HRT reduces risk after breast cancer diagnosis — read abstract
« Women who use HRT after diagnosis of breast cancer do not have increased risk of recurrence or death, an Australian study has found. »
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- HRT started in early menopause is safe — read abstract
« Starting HRT early after menopause and taking it for 10 years reduces the risk of heart failure, heart attack and dying, Danish study finds. »
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- HRT: long-term use raises cataract risk — read abstract
« Long-term use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is associated with an increased risk of cataract development, researchers warn. »
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- Hugs and cuddles help addicted babies — read abstract
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- Human echolocators use visual part of brain — read abstract
« Echolocation - used by some blind people to locate objects - enlists visual regions of the brain and is a trainable skill with potential for wider use. »
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- Hydrocephalus — read abstract
« In some babies born with hydrocephalus the condition is arrested if the blocked passage opens or the fluid is channelled elsewhere. »
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- Hydrocoeles — read abstract
« Hydrocoeles are fluid-filled bags occurring in the scrotum. »
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- Hyperactive kids may have sleep apnoea — read abstract
« Children with mild hyperactive behaviour that does not fulfil criteria for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may have obstructive sleep apnoea, US researchers warn. »
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- Hyperglycaemia in diabetes — read abstract
« Hyperglycaemia means too much sugar in the bloodstream. For someone with diabetes it means their diabetes is not well controlled. »
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- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) — read abstract
« Hyperhidrosis is the condition of excessive sweating. It affects about one per cent of the population. »
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- Hyperparathyroidism — read abstract
« Hyperparathyroidism is when your parathyroid glands (situated in the neck) produce too much parathyroid hormone, causing abnormally high calcium levels in the blood. »
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- Hypertension — read abstract
« Hypertension is also known as high blood pressure and describes the pressure exerted by the blood within the arteries. »
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- Hypoglycaemia in diabetes — read abstract
« Hypoglycaemia: a condition in which there is an abnormally low level of glucose (sugar) in the blood. »
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- Hypospadias risk when grandma used diethylstilbestrol - DES — read abstract
« Boys whose maternal grandmothers used diethylstilbestrol to prevent miscarriages while pregnant have a higher risk of hypospadias. »
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- Hysterectomy link to early menopause — read abstract
« Hysterectomy can double the risk of early menopause even when the ovaries remain, and triple the risk if one ovary is removed, a study suggests. »
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