How do you know if your partner is a narcissist?
Trying to work out whether your ex-partner, or your partner, is a narcissist is a pretty common concern for a lot of people.
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Joint pain - top 10 causes
What’s causing your joint pain? Find out the most common causes of joint pain.
Neck pain: symptoms and causes
Knowing the symptoms of your neck pain and when to see a doctor can help in finding the cause and getting a diagnosis.
Chronic pain management
Chronic pain affects about one in 5 people in Australia and is most common in over-65s. In many cases chronic pain is a disorder in itself rather than a symptom of an underlying illness or injury.
Toothache
The pain of toothache is caused by the exposure of tooth nerve endings - it can be a dull ache or a sharp pain.
Novel coronavirus - COVID-19
Symptoms of COVID-19, caused by the 2019 novel coronavirus, include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Find out how to protect yourself.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Respiratory HealthVaginal thrush
Itching around the vagina is commonly caused by infection with a yeast called Candida albicans and is known as vaginal thrush.
Women's HealthVideo: What to say to an anti-masker
What can you say to an anti-masker? See what Dr Norman Swan says.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Video: How is a COVID-19 test done?
The test for COVID-19 is usually a nasopharyngeal swab. Dr Norman Swan explains how it's done.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Tests & InvestigationsVideo: How to make kids wear face masks
How do you get kids to wear face masks? See what Dr Norman Swan has to say.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Video: 5 Things not to do in the supermarket right now
Dr Norman Swan outlines 5 things not to do in the supermarket during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Diabetes in older people
Type 2 diabetes risk increases with age. One of the reasons for this is increasing insulin resistance with age.
Diabetes Seniors' HealthHow to make a cloth face mask
If you don’t want to buy face masks you can make your own cloth masks, which can be washed and reused. Find out how.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Practice ConnectFace mask fails you don't want to make
It takes a bit of practice to wear a face mask effectively. Here are some face mask fails you don’t want to be making.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Keto diet
The keto diet is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet. The lack of carbs forces your body into a metabolic state called ketosis, where it burns stored fats for energy.
Nutrition & WeightHe doesn’t hit me, so why am I scared?
Feeling uneasy, tense, confused or scared may be a sign that there is something wrong with the way you are being treated in your relationship.
Mental Health Women's HealthCoxibs and arthritis pain and inflammation
COX-2 inhibitors (coxibs) are a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). They can help relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
PainDomestic and family violence
Around one quarter of women in Australia have experienced at least one incident of violence by an intimate partner. Find out how to identify an abusive relationship.
Mental Health Women's HealtheCigarettes and vaping
eCigarettes allow the user to inhale nicotine and other chemicals in a vapour rather than smoke, hence 'vaping'. Does vaping help people quit smoking and is it safe?
AddictionsWhy alcohol is not a good coping strategy during COVID-19
Alcohol sales have gone through the roof during this COVID-19 period, but is alcohol a good coping strategy?
Addictions Coronavirus - COVID-19 Mental HealthVideo: What are the symptoms of chronic stress?
What are the symptoms of chronic stress? What are the warning signs that someone is suffering from chronic stress?
Mental HealthDaily actions to support mental health
What daily actions can you take to support your mental health? It’s all about balance.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Mental HealthFlu vaccination
In 2020, all Australians should get a flu vaccine as early as possible, as the COVID-19 pandemic converges on our flu season.
Respiratory HealthWould a cancer label influence your treatment decision?
Cancer is a loaded word, linked to death, difficult treatments and hardship. But while many cancers are deadly, others are slow-growing or relatively benign.
Cancer Care Latest Health NewsAntibiotics
Antibiotics attack bacteria - germs responsible for certain infections. Each antibiotic attacks different types of bacteria and will be useful for treating particular infections.
MedicinesFoot pain - top 10 causes
Foot pain may be in the arch of the foot, along the outer side of the foot, on the sole or in the ball of your foot, or in the toes, heels or ankles.
Pain SymptomsLeg ache - causes and symptoms
Leg ache or leg pain is a symptom with many possible causes, that may involve muscles, nerves or blood vessels.
Skin & Hair SymptomsCan diet changes improve depression and anxiety?
Yes and no. A review of diet study trials finds that positive dietary changes can reduce symptoms of depression, but less of a benefit is seen in addressing symptoms of anxiety.
Latest Health News Mental HealthNon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
The painkilling effects of NSAIDs begin quickly, but the anti-inflammatory effect takes longer. Common NSAIDs include ibuprofen, naproxen, ketoprofen and mefenamic acid.
Medicines9 Signs your liver may be damaged
Liver disease doesn't usually cause any symptoms until the damage to the liver is fairly advanced. Here are 9 signs your liver may be struggling.
Gastrointestinal HealthAspirin - side effects, dosage and low-dose
Aspirin is used to treat pain and fever and also has a role in preventing heart attacks and strokes. Find out the side effects and who should not take aspirin.
MedicinesCan flavonoids improve sexual health in men?
A study analysed the diet of over 25,000 men to see if there was any truth that flavonoids could prevent erectile dysfunction.
Latest Health News Men's HealthBack pain
Most Australian adults will experience low back pain at some time. Most uncomplicated low back pain resolves after a period of active recovery in 4 weeks.
Pain Symptoms10 Things to consider when choosing a private health insurance policy
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sponsored-contentCough: dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. Dry coughs may be caused by viral illnesses such as colds and flu, allergies or throat irritants.
Respiratory Health SymptomsType 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes usually begins with insulin resistance and often goes hand in hand with obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
DiabetesHeartburn
Heartburn is a common form of indigestion caused by gastro-oesophageal reflux - reflux of stomach contents into the oesophagus (gullet).
Gastrointestinal Health SymptomsHealth Information By Age & Gender
Babies & Pregnancy
Browse information on Babies & Pregnancy, including the mini pill, baby's development in the womb, morning sickness, tests during pregnancy, miscarriage, postnatal depression, paracetamol for children and much more.
Babies & PregnancyKids' & Teens' Health
Childhood rashes, childhood obesity, middle ear infection and grommets, appendicitis, common childhood concerns such as threadworms and ADHD, infectious diseases such as glandular fever and meningitis, and much more in Kids' & Teen's Health.
Kids' & Teens' HealthMen's Health
Information about vasectomy, testicular cancer, impotence, and hair loss, plus tools for prostate symptoms and erectile dysfunction.
Men's HealthWomen's Health
Browse common women's concerns, such as vulval problems, vaginal thrush, menopause, iron-deficiency anaemia, cystitis, period pain, polycystic ovary syndrome, and treatments such as hormone replacement therapy.
Women's HealthSeniors' Health
Osteoarthritis, shingles, osteoporosis, dementia, gout, diabetes, depression in older people, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease and stroke are common conditions which affect the elderly. Find out more in Seniors' Health.
Seniors' Health