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  • Choosing the right health specialist The truth about IVF, including fertility and success rates in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/choosing-the-right-specialist
  • What is chemotherapy? Chemotherapy is the most common way to treat cancer. We find out what happens during chemotherapy treatment including side effects and how it’s administered. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/what-is-chemotherapy
  • What should you pack for a hospital stay? Find out what you can pack in your hospital bag to make your stay as comfortable as possible, from clothes to snacks and creature comforts. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/packing-for-hospital
  • 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
  • Research improving medication use in Australia Home Medicines Reviews help people better manage their medication. Research underway aims to improve Indigenous health through these medication programs. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/research-improving-medication-use
  • Antibiotic resistance: health in crisis Australians are regularly overusing antibiotics, and it could make bacterial infections much more dangerous in the future. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/antibiotic-resistance
  • Be an active participant in your health care Why being your own health advocate can improve your wellbeing https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/health-advocate
  • Ambulance costs in Australia A growing number of Australians are being hit with unexpected costs for emergency ambulance call-outs. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/ambulance
  • When to go to the emergency department The warning symptoms that warrant a visit to the emergency department, when you should you call 000 and other sources are available for urgent healthcare? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/recognising-a-health-emergency
  • Avoiding unexpected doctor’s costs Understanding doctors' fees and charges is the key to avoiding out-of-pocket costs. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/doctors-costs
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