Warts are most commonly found on the hands, fingers, elbows, forearms, knees, face and the skin around the nails.
dermatitis
Health Diary: National Skin Cancer Action Week
More than 2000 people in Australia die from skin cancer every year. Of the 3 types of skin cancer, melanoma is the most dangerous. If treated early it's curable. Find out how you can check your skin to detect any changes sooner rather than later.
Compression stockings
Compression stockings help improve blood flow in the legs and reduce swelling. They are often used by people with conditions such as varicose veins, leg ulcers, lymphoedema and blood clots.
Skin biology and structure
View this anatomical image of the structure of your skin layer by layer. See the epidermis, stratum corneum, sebaceous glands, collagen, elastin and dermis.
Foot health and ageing
The condition of our feet often provides early indications of conditions such as diabetes, arthritis or circulatory disease. For this reason, the human foot is sometimes called the mirror of health.
Laser therapy
Laser therapy is used as a treatment for a wide range of skin and cosmetic conditions, including signs of ageing, sun damage, tattoo removal and hair removal.
Botox injections
Botulinum toxin type A injections (known by the brand names Botox, Dysport and Xeomin) can be used to treat wrinkles, crows feet and facial lines.
Scabies
Scabies is caused by tiny mites that burrow under the skin and cause intense itching and sometimes rash. Scabies can be passed from one person to another.
Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a skin pigmentation disorder that shows up as smooth, white, painless spots or patches. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment.
Wound care
Different types of wounds require different types of care, depending on whether they have resulted from surgery, punctures, burns, tears or ulcers.