- Vaccination — read abstract
« Vaccination is one of the most important public health measures in the world. »
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- Vaccination and antibodies — read abstract
« See how vaccines prepare your immune system to fight disease by taking advantage of the fact that the immune system can remember infectious organisms. »
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- Vaccination: Australian Standard Vaccination Schedule — read abstract
« An easy guide to the Australian Standard Vaccination Schedule showing which immunisations and vaccines you need. »
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- Vaccinations for older people — read abstract
« Three common but potentially dangerous diseases that older people should be vaccinated against are influenza, pneumococcal disease and shingles (herpes zoster); diphtheria and tetanus boosters may also be needed. »
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- Vaccines could have prevented illness in many returned... — read abstract
« One in every 100 ill travellers has a vaccine-preventable disease, an international study has found, with Australian travellers having one of the higher rates. »
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- Vaginal birth risky after first caesarean — read abstract
« The risks of trying for a vaginal birth after previously having had a caesarean may have been underestimated, an Australian study shows. »
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- Vaginal oestrogen protects against incontinence — read abstract
« Application of local vaginal oestrogen may improve or even cure incontinence in women who have been through menopause. »
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- Vaginal thrush — read abstract
« Itching around the vagina is commonly caused by infection with a yeast called Candida albicans and is known as thrush. Find out the symptoms, treatment and prevention of vaginal thrush. »
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- Vaginal thrush: self-care — read abstract
« Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection and some women suffer from recurrent episodes. Symptoms include itching and irritation in your genital area. Find what products are available for vaginal thrush. »
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- Varicocele — read abstract
« A varicocele is a collection of widened veins that occurs on the outside of the testicle. A varicocele usually affects only the left testicle. »
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- Varicose veins — read abstract
« Varicose veins (twisted, swollen veins) in the legs are a common problem. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatment for varicose veins. »
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- Varicose veins and support stockings — read abstract
« Varicose veins are enlarged, prominent veins usually found on the legs. Find out about support stockings and how they can help reduce the risk of DVT in people with varicose veins. »
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- Vascular dementia — read abstract
« Vascular dementia describes problems with reasoning, planning, judgement, memory and other thinking skills that interfere with daily life. »
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- Vasectomy does not increase risk of prostate cancer — read abstract
« Men who have had a vasectomy are not at increased risk of prostate cancer, a New Zealand study has found. »
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- Vasectomy: frequently asked questions — read abstract
« Ten frequently asked questions answered about having a vasectomy and what you can expect afterwards. »
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- Vegetarian diet — read abstract
« Many people are choosing to be vegetarians, but worry if their diet is adequate. »
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- Vertigo — read abstract
« Vertigo is a term used to describe a false sensation of movement or spinning. This feeling of dizziness can be caused by several conditions. »
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- Vitamin A poisoning from eating fish livers — read abstract
« Eating the liver of carnivorous fish may lead to food poisoning caused by toxic levels of vitamin A, doctors warn. »
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- Vitamin A supplements put elderly at risk of osteoporosis — read abstract
« Elderly people who take vitamin A supplements are at risk of osteoporosis, US research shows. »
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- Vitamin D deficiency increases risk of pelvic floor... — read abstract
« Vitamin D deficiency may put women at higher risk of incontinence and pelvic floor disorders, a study suggests. »
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- Vitamin D helps stall pre-diabetes — read abstract
« Vitamin D status may be important in preventing early metabolic changes that can lead to diabetes in healthy older adults. »
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- Vitamin D lack in pregnancy increases baby's eczema risk — read abstract
« Low vitamin D in pregnancy could increase the risk of eczema in the first year of a child’s life, Australian study finds. »
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- Vitamin D lack linked to arterial stiffness — read abstract
« A link between low vitamin D and artery stiffness might explain its association with heart disease and stroke, a study suggests. »
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- Vitamin E raises prostate cancer risk — read abstract
« Men taking vitamin E supplements had a 17 per cent increased risk of prostate cancer, a study has found. »
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- Vitamins — read abstract
« Vitamins are important for many daily bodily functions, such as growth and cell reproduction. »
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- Vitamins and nutritional supplements — read abstract
« Vitamins and nutritional supplements are intended to provide essential nutrients
missing from the diet. Find out what vitamin and nutritional supplements are available.
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- Vitamins can reduce repeat angioplasty — read abstract
« People who have had coronary angioplasty can reduce their chances of a repeat procedure by taking folate and vitamin B supplements for 6 months, say Swiss researchers. »
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- Vitiligo — read abstract
« Vitiligo is a skin pigmentation disorder that shows up as smooth, white, painless spots or patches. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment. »
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- Voice changes — read abstract
« Voice changes often happen with a number of minor illnesses, but sometimes a change in the voice can be a sign of a more serious problem.
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- Vomiting can be a sign of skull fracture — read abstract
« Research has shown that a sign of a possible skull fracture is vomiting. »
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- von Willebrand disease — read abstract
« Find out about Von Willebrand disease, an inherited bleeding disorder that affects up to one in 100 people. »
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- Vulval cancer: how Kathleen coped — read abstract
« A life-threatening illness has inspired Kathleen to help women break the silence about gynaecological cancers. »
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- Vulval problems — read abstract
« Vulval discomfort or pain is common and can interfere with a woman's self image and sexual function as well as cause distress. »
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- Vulval problems: a self-help guide — read abstract
« The aim of this guide is to demystify vulval problems by offering an alternative to the current ways of explaining and treating these conditions. »
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