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Deep Vein Thrombosis
Preventing deep vein thrombosis
While air travel may increase your risk of developing DVT, it’s not the only thing that can contribute to this condition.
Judith Ngai
Health writer
Cancer
Bowel cancer
Bowel cancer: Why women are poo pooing a lifesaving test
Bowel cancer affects men and women almost equally, it’s the second most common cancer in women and can happen at any age.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Bowel cancer
Beating bowel cancer: the routine test that saved Jenny’s life
The blue and white home test kit that was sent to Jenny Prowse collected dust inside her Paynesville home for 6 months before she opened it.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Mesothelioma cancer (asbestos)
Asbestos and cancer
You might have heard asbestos is dangerous, but what is it and what health problems can it cause?
Jenny Boss
Health Writer
Chronic respiratory conditions
Asthma
Asthma medication
There are many different types of medication that may be used in asthma management, including inhalers, tablets and even injections.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Asthma
Asthma triggers
We look at some common asthma triggers and tips on how to manage them.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Asthma
Asthma in toddlers
How can you spot the signs and symptoms of asthma in a toddler? And what’s the best way to manage it?
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Dementia
Dementia care
Intergenerational playgroup how children can help residents living with dementia
You only have to see their faces light up to know spending time with children is therapeutic for a person living with dementia. But what is it about a visit from little ones that has such a big impact on older people?
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Dementia care
Dementia: Tips to reconnect with past passions
As dementia progresses some people may lose the skills or ability to do the things they once loved. But with the help of some tools or props we can support them to reconnect with their past passion and bring on pleasant memories.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Alzheimer’s
What is Alzheimers?
Alzheimer’s disease affects around 20 per cent of people in Australia who are 85 or older. But what is Alzheimer’s disease, what are the symptoms, and can it be cured?
Margaret Ryan
Head of Dementia Services, Bupa
Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes
The truth about caring for a child with type 1 diabetes
One mum shares what having an eight-year-old son living with type 1 diabetes is really like – for her, for him and for the whole family.
Susan Martin
Writer
Diabetes information
Five apps to help you manage diabetes
We use technology for just about everything. Wish diabetes management could be at your fingertips? It turns out it can be. You can easily control diabetes with these helpful apps.
Susan Martin
Writer
Type 1 diabetes
8 things your friend with type 1 diabetes wants you to know
As someone living with type 1 diabetes, I’m often asked questions about what that means and what it’s like. While it’s a complicated condition, I’m always happy to talk about it because the more people understand, the easier it is for them to help out when needed. Below are eight things everyone should know about living life while managing type 1 diabetes.
Clare Cooney
Writer
Heart conditions
Heart disease
A heart-warming connection
They live 115 kms apart and have never met in person but Bob Franze and Riley Kusuma share a special bond.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Heart failure
Chronic heart failure
Around 300,000 Australians live with some degree of heart failure. So what is chronic heart failure, what are some of the causes, and what are the common symptoms?
Judith Ngai
Health writer
Heart disease
Coronary heart disease: symptoms and diagnosis
Many people don't know they have coronary heart disease until they experience some symptoms such as angina or a heart attack.
Carol Kilkenny
Health writer
Stomach and bowel disease
Irritable bowel syndrome
Symptoms of IBS – do you have it?
Bloating, diarrhea and constipation are among the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, a common bowel condition.
Trudie McConnochie
Writer
Irritable bowel syndrome
How is IBS treated?
If you’ve been diagnosed with IBS, developing a plan to manage the condition is key.
Trudie McConnochie
Writer
Coeliac disease
What is coeliac disease?
We take a look at coeliac disease to explain what it is and what causes it.
Tracy McBeth
Journalist
Stroke
Stroke recovery
Stroke rehabilitation: therapy after a stroke
Stroke rehabilitation (rehab) is an important part of recovering from a stroke. Here's what you need to know about the therapy after a stroke.
Stroke Foundation
Health Partner
What causes stroke
Six tips on how to prevent a stroke
Your risk of having a stroke is influenced by a number of things. Here are six things you can do to help prevent a stroke.
Stroke Foundation
Health Partner
Stroke recovery
What happens after a stroke?
The effect of a stroke isn't just physical – it's often emotional, too. After a stroke, it can be difficult to know what will happen next. Psychologist Nick Petrovic explains more.
Nick Petrovic
Psychologist