Chesty coughs
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How will global warming affect the health of city dwellers?
Climate change has important implications on the future health and wellbeing of people living in our largest cities. Average temperatures
Video: Flu awareness
Video transcript Dr Norman Swan: The dreaded flu season is nearly upon us… And while it’s more common to catch
Influenza treatment
Influenza (the flu) is a viral infection that causes a sudden onset of high fevers, cough, sore throat, aches and
Influenza – the flu
Most of us have had our fair share of colds and flu, especially during winter months. But while a cold
Common cold treatments
Nothing will cure a cold, but there are treatments available that can help you feel better. With plenty of rest
Pleurisy: what you need to know
What is pleurisy? Pleurisy is inflammation of the pleura — the thin, 2-layer protective membrane that covers the lungs and
Cough: dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced (known as non-productive). A dry cough is
Tuberculosis
What is tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious, potentially fatal, infection caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Since the introduction
Voice changes
Changes to the voice happen frequently with a number of minor illnesses. Most of us have experienced having a ‘croaky’