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Is cannabis abuse harmful?
Long term cannabis abuse affects the user detrimentally - both biologically, psychologically, and socially. Dr Matt Cullen explains.
How 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.
Gaslighting in relationships
A gaslighter will work constantly to undermine the confidence of their partner in the relationship and manipulate their perspectives.
Antibiotics
Antibiotics attack bacteria - germs responsible for certain infections. Each antibiotic attacks different types of bacteria and will be useful for treating particular infections.
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.
First Aid & Self-CareAsthma and gastro-oesophageal reflux
Asthma and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease often occur together, but does one condition trigger the other?
Asthma Gastrointestinal HealthMedicines - tips for the safe use of medicines
Every year thousands of problems arise from misuse of medicines. Find out how to use them safely.
Medicines Pharmacy CareNewborn baby's senses
Babies can see, hear, smell, taste and feel from birth. Find out how developed your newborn baby's senses are.
Babies & PregnancyNewborn bloodspot screening
Newborn screening tests can detect rare but serious genetic or metabolic disorders in newborn babies.
Babies & Pregnancy Tests & InvestigationsChild development milestones
Developmental milestones are things most children can do by a certain age. View the developmental milestones of a child from birth to 24 months.
Babies & PregnancyLow-birthweight babies
Babies are considered of low birthweight if they weigh less than 2500 g at birth. Low birthweight is associated with a risk of illness in infancy and a long term risk of some chronic diseases.
Babies & PregnancyWhat are the ongoing issues with congenital heart disease?
What are the ongoing issues for adults who have congenital heart disease? Professor David Celermajer explains.
Heart & StrokeWhen should I get a colonoscopy?
What factors determine whether someone should have a colonoscopy? Professor Michael Boyer advises.
Cancer Care Gastrointestinal Health Tests & InvestigationsWhat are the risk factors for heart disease?
What are the risk factors for heart disease - and which ones can you change?
Heart & StrokeDiabetes and getting pregnant
How will having diabetes affect your pregnancy and your baby? And what planning do you need to do first?
Babies & Pregnancy DiabetesPreterm labour
Going into labour before your 37th week of pregnancy is called preterm labour, or premature labour. Find out what it means for you and your baby.
Babies & PregnancyWhat is throat cancer?
Throat cancer is a generic term that applies to cancers of usually the mouth, the back of the nose, the top of the throat, and even right down into the voice box.
Cancer CareWhat kind of cardiac patients do you see regularly in the Emergency Department?
What kind of patients does a cardiologist see coming into emergency departments on Friday and Saturday nights?
Heart & StrokeHow do I find out about the doctor or hospital I've been referred to?
What research can you do to find out about a doctor or hospital you've been referred to for cancer treatment?
Cancer CareWhat if my child sees something graphic on the internet?
What can you do if your child sees something graphic on the internet? Dr Matt Cullen, Psychiatrist, advises.
Mental HealthWhat are risk factor scores for heart attack?
What are risk factor scores for heart attack - and how are they calculated?
Heart & StrokeAre there foods to eat or avoid when you have cancer?
Should you eat a special diet if you have cancer? Find out from oncologist Professor Michael Boyer.
Cancer Care Nutrition & WeightWhat if a friend is suicidal?
How do you approach the situation of a friend or family member who appears suicidal? Dr Matt Cullen, Psychiatrist, addresses some common concerns.
Mental HealthAsthma, pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you have asthma, being pregnant or breastfeeding should present no problems, providing you continue to control your asthma effectively.
Asthma Babies & PregnancyRisk factors for heart attack in women
Are the risk factors for a heart attack the same for women as they are for men? See what Professor David Celermajer has to say.
Heart & Stroke Women's HealthBrain cancer
What are the symptoms of brain cancer? And are there any treatments? Find out from Professor Michael Boyer.
Cancer CarePeptic ulcers
A peptic ulcer is a lesion or sore on the lining of the stomach or upper part of the intestine (duodenum). They don't always cause symptoms.
Gastrointestinal HealthMosquito-borne diseases and prevention
Mosquito bites can be the cause of a number of illnesses, even in Australia. Here's how to protect yourself.
Travel HealthAccidental poisoning
Children's curiosity can lead to danger, such as accidental poisoning.
First Aid & Self-Care Kids' & Teens' HealthWhen to take your medicine
Many people who are taking tablets or other medicines are not sure about the best time to take them.
MedicinesAustralian 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 manage blood glucose using the Glycemic Index of foods
Choosing low GI carbohydrates is one of the keys to maintaining good blood glucose control.
Diabetes Food Allergy Gastrointestinal Health Healthy Eating Healthy Living Nutrition & WeightWhat are some of the impacts of bulimia?
Bulimia is an eating disorder, which involves bingeing and then purging, and there are all sorts of problems that can arise with bulimia.
Mental Health Nutrition & WeightWhat are Baker's cysts? A brief video from Dr Norman Swan
Baker's cysts are cysts that occur at the back of your knee. Do they need to be treated? Dr Norman Swan reports.
ArthritisRhesus-negative blood and pregnancy
If a pregnant woman is rhesus (Rh) negative and her fetus is Rh positive, the fetus (and any subsequent fetus) may be at risk of health problems.
Babies & Pregnancy Heart & StrokePalpitations: symptoms and diagnosis
Palpitations are sensations of excessively strong and/or irregular heartbeats. Find out more about the causes and treatment for palpitations.
Heart & Stroke SymptomsHeel pain - plantar fasciitis
Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, a chronic overuse injury of the thick band of tissue on the sole of the foot, known as the plantar fascia.
Exercise & Fitness SymptomsDry eyes: 9 Tips to relieve symptoms
When your tears don’t provide adequate moisture for your eyes, you may notice symptoms of dry eyes. Here are some tips to relieve dry eyes.
Eye HealthThe impact of childhood trauma
Children who are exposed to long-term mental abuse, typically via neglect, sexual abuse or physical abuse, have a high degree of psychological impact.
Kids' & Teens' Health Mental HealthWhat is an anxiety disorder?
Anxiety is a physical and a cognitive experience. And, in an anxiety disorder, the physical and the cognitive merge to create a disorder.
Mental HealthHow to adjust to wearing a face mask
Some people find wearing face masks quite discomforting. Here are some suggestions to make it easier.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Novel coronavirus - COVID-19
Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Find out how to protect yourself.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Respiratory HealthHow to get kids to eat vegetables?
New research shows offering a variety of vegetables is key to getting kids to eat them.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsVaginal 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: 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-19Consequences of weight stigma for men
Men who have experienced some level of body weight stigma are more likely to be faced with depressive symptoms, to binge eat, and to rate their health as poorer.
Latest Health News Men's 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-19He 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 HealthAre dog owners more physically active?
The research is in! Having a canine companion improves your health, fitness and can even lead to a longer life.
Healthy Living Latest Health NewsJoint pain - top 10 causes
What’s causing your joint pain? Find out the most common causes of joint pain.
Arthritis Pain SymptomsDaily 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 HealthFoot 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 SymptomsWhen should you introduce a baby to solids?
Research has found that babies who were given solids before six months slept for longer every night, compared with those who were given just breastmilk.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsCan 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 Health9 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.
MedicinesBack 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 SymptomsEcstasy: effects on the body
The effects of ecstasy may start to be felt within 20 minutes to one hour after a pill has been taken, and may last for 6 hours.
Addictions