If you’re having sex and don’t want to fall pregnant, then contraception (birth control) is a must. However, there are many options available and it is importa...
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a condition where a person’s breathing repeatedly stops during sleep. It occurs due to partial or complete blockage of their a...
Most of us enjoy spending time around water in the summer months, from heading to the beach to relaxing at home around the pool. But whether at home, visiting f...
Regular physical activity and limiting sedentary time is important for the health and development of children of all ages. Encouraging kids to be active each d...
Gout is a painful inflammation of the joints. An attack of gout usually comes on very quickly and the joint becomes red, swollen and very painful. Gout most co...
Tooth decay is on the rise in Australia, particularly among children. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), 42% of children aged 5...
Short-sightedness is currently the most common global eyesight disorder. It affects both children and adults. Researchers have determined that there are more th...
Gestational Diabetes (or GDM, for short) is diabetes which first presents during pregnancy and which usually resolves after a woman gives birth. However, women...
As the temperature drops and we look for ways to keep warm during winter, the risk of accidental burns can increase. Follow these tips to keep you and your fam...
If you dread the week (or weeks) leading up to your period, you are not alone. According to Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, up to 30% of women experience unplea...
