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  • Why am I always tired? Tired all the time? Read these common lifestyle and medical causes for tiredness or fatigue and practical ways to overcome them. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/common-causes-of-tiredness
  • What is diabetes: signs, symptoms and treatments The age of 60 may be the new 40, but it still comes with a few more recommended regular health checks. Here are six checks to put in your diary. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/what-is-diabetes-signs-and-symptoms
  • How MRIs work Professor John Slavotinek, Dean of Clinical Radiology at the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Radiologists explains. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/how-MRIs-work
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): How do you know you have it? PCOS is a complicated condition that’s difficult to diagnose. So, what are the PCOS symptoms and how do you treat it? Discover how lifestyle changes can make a big difference to your long-term health and wellbeing. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos-how-do-you-know-you-have-it
  • Health checks for the over 60s: What’s recommended? The age of 60 may be the new 40, but it still comes with a few more recommended regular health checks. Here are six checks to put in your diary. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/health-checks-over-60
  • Gestational diabetes: What is it and how does it affect pregnancy? Gestational diabetes is a growing issue for pregnant women – here’s how the condition is diagnosed, what causes it and how to reduce complications for you and your baby. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/what-is-gestational-diabetes-pregnancy-affect
  • 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
  • Informed clinical consent: what you need to know What does clinical consent mean for your health care? Plus how you ensure you’re fully informed about your procedure and any extra costs. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/informed-clinical-consent
  • Blood pressure checks Why it’s important to get your blood pressure checked regularly, what the normal ranges are and the most accurate tests, including ambulatory readings. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/blood-pressure
  • How CT scans work Professor John Slavotinek, Dean of Clinical Radiology at the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Radiologists explains. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/how-CT-scans-work