CSIRO starts testing 2 potential COVID-19 vaccines
CSIRO starts pre-clinical testing of 2 potential COVID-19 vaccines.
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What if I have coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms?
What are the symptoms of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus disease, and what should you do if you have symptoms?
Flu vaccination
In 2020, all Australians should get a flu vaccine as early as possible, as the COVID-19 pandemic converges on our flu season.
Can COVID-19 affect my brain?
Can SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, affect your brain?
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 HealthCoronavirus (COVID-19) - Protecting yourself and your family
Find out how to protect yourself and your family from the coronavirus disease COVID-19.
Coronavirus - COVID-19COVID-19: Resources and important information
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is a fast-moving situation - here are links to useful advice and information resources.
Coronavirus - COVID-19What will happen if I get coronavirus?
Dr Norman Swan explains what will likely happen if you get COVID-19.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Salt - how to cut down
Too much salt is bad for your health, specifically the sodium in salt. Find out which foods contain the most hidden sodium and how to reduce your intake.
Nutrition & WeightArthritis types
There are many different types of arthritis, but the most common types are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout.
ArthritisOsteoarthritis: what it does to your joints
Find out what happens in your joints when you have osteoarthritis, a common form of arthritis.
ArthritisAntibiotics
Antibiotics attack bacteria - germs responsible for certain infections. Each antibiotic attacks different types of bacteria and will be useful for treating particular infections.
MedicinesOsteoporosis - symptoms, diagnosis and prevention
As people age, their bone mineral density decreases, leading to an increased risk of osteoporosis.
Seniors' 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 SymptomsGlucosamine and chondroitin in arthritis treatment
Glucosamine and chondroitin have been widely promoted as dietary supplements for osteoarthritis, but do they work?
Complementary MedicineLeg 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 SymptomsNon-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.
MedicinesPET scan: purpose and results
A PET (positron emission tomography) scan can be used to monitor small functional changes over time and even assess your response to treatment.
Tests & Investigations9 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.
MedicinesStress
Stress affects different people in different ways - genetics and your life experiences play a part in how it affects you, and how you cope with it.
Mental HealthSugar and sugar cravings
Our consumption of free sugar has tripled since 1960, with soft drinks, energy drinks, fruit juice and cordial the most significant sources. The World Health Organization recommends free sugars be less than 10% of your total energy intake - that's 6 teaspoons per day for women and 9 teaspoons for men.
Nutrition & WeightBursitis
Bursitis is inflammation of the soft tissue space between joints, usually caused by overuse, or when a joint is under pressure for extended periods.
Exercise & FitnessRestless legs syndrome
Restless legs syndrome causes unpleasant sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to move the legs, making it difficult to sleep.
PainCorticosteroid injections
Corticosteroids are medicines used to treat inflammation. Depending on the condition, steroid injections can relieve pain for several weeks to months.
Medicines PainRingworm
Ringworm is a type of tinea - a fungal skin infection. The main symptom of ringworm in humans is round patches of dry, scaly, red skin.
Skin & Hair10 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 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