THE SIMPLE NEW TREATMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH CANCER
A recent report recommends people with cancer incorporate exercise into their treatment plan. We find out why.
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FACT OR FICTION? 6 COMMON DENTAL HEALTH BELIEFS
Do you know the best way to care for your teeth and gums? We ask an expert for the facts on oral hygiene.
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AVOIDING UNEXPECTED DOCTOR’S COSTS
Understanding doctors' fees and charges is the key to avoiding bill shock.
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Informed clinical consent: what you need to know
Understanding informed clinical consent is just as important as knowing about your procedure.
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BRINGING STYLE TO HOSPITAL GOWNS
This fashion start-up is bringing dignity and style to hospital gowns.
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WHAT SHOULD YOU PACK FOR A HOSPITAL STAY?
Going to hospital can be stressful. We find out what you can and can’t bring to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
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WHAT IS CHEMOTHERAPY?
Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment: we explain what it involves and the different forms it can take.
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Choosing the right specialist
Private health insurance enables you to choose your medical specialist – here’s how to find the right one for you.
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MEDICAL TOURISM: WHAT ARE THE RISKS?
Heading overseas for surgery may be gaining popularity, but it’s important to weigh up the risks.
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DO YOU KNOW HOW TO TREAT MINOR BURNS?
Minor burns can be treated quickly and effectively if you know what to do.
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YOUR GUIDE TO IMPORTANT CHECK-UPS FOR CHILDREN
When do you take your child to their first eye test or dental check-up? Here’s what you need to know.
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PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR HOSPITAL
Here’s how to make the hospital experience less stressful for you and your child.
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Childhood vaccination: The facts
What you need to do to keep your child on track with the vaccination schedule, and the truth about vaccination side effects.
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The vaccination conversation: when families disagree
When it comes to the health and wellbeing of a child, disagreements can be a problem. Here’s some expert advice on starting the conversation.
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Health checks by age: the tests you should be having
Your guide to staying on top of your health, through every stage of life.
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The anti-vaccination movement:
myths vs facts
It’s a divisive, and emotive, topic. We track the history of the anti-vaccination movement and the potential consequences of under-vaccination.
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Do you avoid visiting the dentist?
If you’re worried about the cost, or anxious about dental treatment, you’re not alone. Tackling these issues head on is the way forward.
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MENOPAUSE: IS HRT A SAFE OPTION?
There’s a lot of confusion around the safety of Hormone Replacement Therapy. We weigh up the evidence.
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SUPPLEMENTS: SCIENCE OR SCAM?
The vitamin industry is a multi-billion dollar business, which has given rise to a sometimes uneasy mix of science and money.
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Addictive prescription drugs: understand the risks
Get the facts on opiate and benzodiazepine misuse, and how to seek help.
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How to get the most from your GP visit
Maximising your time with your doctor can bring real health benefits.
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Take control of your end of life care
Explore and document the terminal care and treatment you want to receive when the time comes.
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How chiropractic works
The method and potential benefits of chiropractic treatment and how to find a registered chiropractor.
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How CT scans work
Professor John Slavotinek, Dean of Clinical Radiology at the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Radiologists explains.
How MRI scans work
What to expect if you need a magnetic resonance imaging scan and its uses as a diagnostic tool.
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How physiotherapy works
What physiotherapy is, what conditions it can treat and how to find a practitioner.
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How to avoid medication interactions
Prescribed medication is an exact science so it’s important not to mix it with anything that affects how it works.
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Medicine cabinet essentials
Are you equipped to handle the next bout of the flu or grazed knee in your household? Make sure your supplies are up to the job.
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