Medicare UCCs provide urgent care when you need medical attention for an illness or injury that can be managed without a trip to the emergency department but cannot wait for a regular appointment with ...

Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience. Chickens can carry germs such as Salmonella even when they appear healthy and clean. Learn how to look after your chickens and how to prevent ...

Pathology means the study of disease and its causes and progression. Pathology tests cover blood tests, and tests on urine, stools (faeces) and bodily tissues. If you’re sick, many of the decisions ...

In Victoria, you can have two types of abortion: surgical and medication. Both types are safe and reliable. You can have a medication abortion up to nine weeks of pregnancy. You can have a surgical ...

If we regularly eat more kilojoules than our body needs, the excess will be stored as body fat. Achieving or maintaining a healthy weight is all about balancing energy we take in and energy we burn. A ...

Cortisol is a hormone made by the two adrenal glands (one is located on each kidney). Some disorders can be treated with synthetic corticosteroids. One of the main side effects of long-term treatment ...

Eating disorders Mental illness and psychological distress Preventing and responding to suicide Treatment, care and support Types of mental illness and psychological distress You have the potential to ...

Physical activity is good for everyone, regardless of your age and fitness level. The amount of physical activity you need varies, depending on your age. Physical activity can be anything you enjoy ...

A consumer medicine information (CMI) leaflet gives you important information about your medication. CMIs are available for any medication prescribed by your doctor or for medication available only at ...

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Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are small contraceptive devices that are inserted into the uterus (womb) to prevent pregnancy. The 2 types available are the copper IUD and the hormonal IUD (sold as ...