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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMS is common, affecting approx. 40% of women. PMDD is much less common but more severe with only 2% women meeting diagnostic criteria.
Have you heard of the 45 – 49-year-old health check?
If you are 45 – 49 years old, you are eligible for a free health check. Find out more about this free service and get on the front foot with health issues like cholesterol, blood pressure and mental health, before they become a problem.
Menstrual Headaches are Driving me Crazy!
There are many different triggers for headache but did you know that the changes in your hormone levels around your period can be a significant one?
Weight loss – where do I start?
About two thirds of Australian adults are above a healthy weight range. For those who want to reduce their weight, the process can be daunting, difficult, and frustrating.
What is Kyleena and why consider it?
The Kyleena is the latest hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) to be approved for use in Australia.
Prostate Cancer Screening - Should we do it?
Prostate cancer is a significant cause of cancer-related death and morbidity in Australian men. Fortunately, there are tests that can help identify it.
Post Natal Depression (PND) – what is it?
There are a huge array of emotions when it comes to pregnancy and having a new baby and whilst the majority of these are positive; it is during this time of life that women are most likely to experience anxiety and depression.
Genetic testing: what, why and where
Using genetic testing in medicine is a new frontier, and we are all just getting to grips with how best to use this technology.
Don't let anxiety rule you - 6 techniques to try
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia. Whilst treatment varies for the many different types of anxiety disorders, there are some over-arching principles of recovery.
Stay healthy on your holiday! Here's what you've got to do
Are you about to travel overseas? Or even just in the planning process? Seeing your GP is one of the most important things to do before heading off to a foreign destination.
Chlamydia - What do I do?
Let’s look into the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of Chlamydia.
Introducing solids - doing it the right way
This is conflicting advice from around the world about when is the best time to introduce babies to solid food. This article clears up some misconceptions.
Conquering the vaccine fear
It is not uncommon for parents to be fearful when it comes to vaccinating their children, it is perfectly natural.