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  • Ask Dr Google: Where should you go for health advice? Prescribed medication is an exact science so it’s important not to mix it with anything that affects how it works. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/ask-dr-google-health-advice-websites
  • How to keep your health cover if you're struggling financially https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/keep-health-insurance-cover-coronavirus
  • Beyond COVID: What you need to know about hospital treatment Australian hospitals have adapted to COVID-19 with public and private working together to make sure they have the capacity to treat those that need care. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/covid-19-and-private-hospital-treatment
  • The simple new treatment for people with cancer If you have cancer, exercise might be the last thing you feel like doing. But research shows it could help you cope with treatments and more. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/exercise-for-cancer
  • Should you limit your X-ray exposure? Do X-rays contain harmful levels of radiation? We look at how X-rays work, what they are used for and explain the different levels of radiation. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/xray-exposure
  • A new weapon against cervical cancer How online doctor services and telehealth advances are changing our relationship with our GPs in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/weapon-against-cervical-cancer
  • How doctor–patient relationships are changing How online doctor services and telehealth advances are changing our relationship with our GPs in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/how-doctor-patient-relationships-are-changing
  • Fact or fiction? 6 common dental health beliefs Dental hygiene tips from teeth experts, including how to avoid tooth decay. Regular brushing is vital for teeth, gums and overall health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/teeth-truths-myths
  • Is your body older than your actual age? From faster, cheaper research to potential cures for cancer, new gene-editing techniques are dramatically changing what’s possible. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/is-your-body-older-than-your-actual-age
  • Planning for pregnancy What you need to know before you start trying to get pregnant. Includes health checks supplements and lifestyle changes. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/pregnancy-and-birth/planning-for-pregnancy