Is cannabis abuse harmful?
Long term cannabis abuse affects the user detrimentally - both biologically, psychologically, and socially. Dr Matt Cullen explains.
Long term cannabis abuse affects the user detrimentally - both biologically, psychologically, and socially. Dr Matt Cullen explains.
Bystander resuscitation saves lives, and these days mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is not absolutely necessary. Dr Norman Swan explains how to do it.
A gaslighter will work constantly to undermine the confidence of their partner in the relationship and manipulate their perspectives.
Antibiotics attack bacteria - germs responsible for certain infections. Each antibiotic attacks different types of bacteria and will be useful for treating particular infections.
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.
Dr Norman Swan explains the different strains of Corona Virus around the world and their continued mutation and our need for vigilance and immunisation.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Dr Normal Swan defines the clinical meaning of asymptomatic and why it is difficult to know exactly what percentage of people are asymptomatic,
Coronavirus - COVID-19 SymptomsDr Norman Swan discusses the importance of general mask hygiene and advises of ways to keep them clean and let's us know how often to change them.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Respiratory HealthDr Norman Swan explains whey there will be no routine antibody testing after immunisation. There will be research projects ongoing but not public testing.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Dr Norman Swan discusses the likelihood that Covid-19 mutates and how we will need to have top up immunisations each year to cope with new variants.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Dr Norman Swan explains that despite being under-diagnosed, Australia is in a much better situation then Britain because of our testing regime.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Coronavirus symptoms Respiratory HealthDr Norman Swan explains why we won't be doing antibody testing after for those who get the covid-19 vaccine.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Dr Normal Swan explores the likelihood and unlikelihood of needing annual vaccination against Corona Virus.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Dr Norman Swan discusses whether or not the corona virus is a seasonal virus and if it is affected by the weather in its speed of spread etc.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Dr Normal Swan reviews our national response to dealing with the Corona Virus pandemic, what we did right and how we fared against some of our International friends.
Coronavirus - COVID-19In this article we will shed light on the impact of the Christmas season on your mental health, some of the most common mental health conditions Australians suffer from (experience?) while providing tips and mechanisms for coping during this busy festive season. We hope by using these tips you can minimise the effects on your mental health.
ChristmasExercise stress testing assesses the performance and capacity of the heart during exercise and is used to help diagnose or investigate heart disease.
Heart & Stroke Tests & InvestigationsCardiac asthma is not a form of asthma, but actually breathing difficulties caused by heart failure. Find out how it differs from bronchial asthma.
Asthma Heart & StrokeGlomerulonephritis 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 disease often occur together, but does one condition trigger the other?
Asthma Gastrointestinal HealthEvery year thousands of problems arise from misuse of medicines. Find out how to use them safely.
Medicines Pharmacy CareBabies can see, hear, smell, taste and feel from birth. Find out how developed your newborn baby's senses are.
Babies & PregnancyNewborn screening tests can detect rare but serious genetic or metabolic disorders in newborn babies.
Babies & Pregnancy Tests & InvestigationsDevelopmental milestones are things most children can do by a certain age. View the developmental milestones of a child from birth to 24 months.
Babies & PregnancyBabies 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 for adults who have congenital heart disease? Professor David Celermajer explains.
Heart & StrokeWhat 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 - and which ones can you change?
Heart & StrokeHow will having diabetes affect your pregnancy and your baby? And what planning do you need to do first?
Babies & Pregnancy DiabetesGoing 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 & PregnancyThroat 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 patients does a cardiologist see coming into emergency departments on Friday and Saturday nights?
Heart & StrokeWhat research can you do to find out about a doctor or hospital you've been referred to for cancer treatment?
Cancer CareWhat 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 - and how are they calculated?
Heart & StrokeShould you eat a special diet if you have cancer? Find out from oncologist Professor Michael Boyer.
Cancer Care Nutrition & WeightHow do you approach the situation of a friend or family member who appears suicidal? Dr Matt Cullen, Psychiatrist, addresses some common concerns.
Mental HealthIf you have asthma, being pregnant or breastfeeding should present no problems, providing you continue to control your asthma effectively.
Asthma Babies & PregnancyAre 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 HealthWhat are the symptoms of brain cancer? And are there any treatments? Find out from Professor Michael Boyer.
Cancer CareA 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 bites can be the cause of a number of illnesses, even in Australia. Here's how to protect yourself.
Travel HealthChildren's curiosity can lead to danger, such as accidental poisoning.
First Aid & Self-Care Kids' & Teens' HealthMany people who are taking tablets or other medicines are not sure about the best time to take them.
MedicinesAustralia'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-CareChoosing low GI carbohydrates is one of the keys to maintaining good blood glucose control.
Diabetes Food Allergy Gastrointestinal Health Healthy Eating Healthy Living Nutrition & WeightBulimia 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 & WeightBaker's cysts are cysts that occur at the back of your knee. Do they need to be treated? Dr Norman Swan reports.
ArthritisIf 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 are sensations of excessively strong and/or irregular heartbeats. Find out more about the causes and treatment for palpitations.
Heart & Stroke SymptomsHeel 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 SymptomsWhen 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 HealthChildren 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 HealthAnxiety is a physical and a cognitive experience. And, in an anxiety disorder, the physical and the cognitive merge to create a disorder.
Mental HealthSome people find wearing face masks quite discomforting. Here are some suggestions to make it easier.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Find out how to protect yourself.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Respiratory HealthNew research shows offering a variety of vegetables is key to getting kids to eat them.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsItching around the vagina is commonly caused by infection with a yeast called Candida albicans and is known as vaginal thrush.
Women's HealthThe test for COVID-19 is usually a nasopharyngeal swab. Dr Norman Swan explains how it's done.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Tests & InvestigationsHow do you get kids to wear face masks? See what Dr Norman Swan has to say.
Coronavirus - COVID-19Men 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 HealthIf 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 ConnectIt 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-19Feeling 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 HealthThe research is in! Having a canine companion improves your health, fitness and can even lead to a longer life.
Healthy Living Latest Health NewsWhat’s causing your joint pain? Find out the most common causes of joint pain.
Arthritis Pain SymptomsWhat daily actions can you take to support your mental health? It’s all about balance.
Coronavirus - COVID-19 Mental HealthFoot 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 SymptomsResearch 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 NewsYes 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 HealthLiver 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 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.
MedicinesMost 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 SymptomsThe 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.
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