Nov 24, 2020
What is Influenza?
Influenza otherwise known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory condition that is caused by influenza viruses. There are 2 main...
Nov 24, 2020
What is a Panic Attack?
A Panic Attack is a period of sudden extreme anxiety or fear together with physical sensations. They can occur unexpectedly and usually...
Nov 24, 2020
ADHD in children
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD can be described as a brain development disorder that is more prevalent in male children than...
Oct 27, 2020
What is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that affects both males and females. While acne normally starts when a person reaches
Sep 19, 2020
Food Poisoning
Food poisoning is caused by the ingestion of any food or drink which is contaminated with certain types of viruses, bacteria, parasites...
Oct 26, 2020
What is Hay Fever?
Hay Fever or otherwise called “Allergic Rhinitis”, is a natural allergic response by your immune system when you are exposed to an...
Sep 20, 2020
Constipation
Constipation is one of the commonest medical complaints in Australia and occurs in adults and children. Almost everyone gets constipated at some...
Oct 27, 2020
What is Ingrown hair?
Ingrown hair is an uncomfortable and somewhat embarrassing skin condition that is caused by hair or hairs that had previously been cut,...
Nov 24, 2020
What is Depression?
At times, we can all feel sad, unhappy, moody or low but this may not mean you suffer from depression. These emotional...
Oct 26, 2020
What is Ringworm?
Body Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal skin infection characterized by the formation of itchy rash-like circular patterns on the surface of...
Nov 24, 2020
What are Eating Disorders?
An Eating disorders is a severe mental health condition where a person has an unhealthy obsession with food
Oct 27, 2020
Oral Thrush
Candida albicans is the main type of fungus responsible for the mouth infection commonly referred to as Oral thrush. The mouth is...
Nov 24, 2020
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental health conditions in Australia affecting 1 in 4 Australians at some stage in...
Oct 27, 2020
What is a Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection, sometimes referred to as a UTI, is an infection of any part of the urinary system,
Oct 27, 2020
What is Tinea?
Tinea also known as “Ringworm” is quite a common infection of the skin, hair or nails caused by a variety of fungi...
Oct 26, 2020
Laryngitis
Laryngitis is a medical condition characterised by the inflammation or swelling of your larynx or voice box as well as your vocal...
Oct 19, 2020
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
Recovery from the symptoms of COVID-19 will vary from one person to another.
Oct 20, 2020
Heat Rash
Heat rash which is also known as prickly heat or miliaria is a medical condition characterised by a painless, but itchy skin...
Oct 19, 2020
Eczema - What is it?
Eczema is a very common condition characterised by an irritation or inflammation of the skin.