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myDr

myDr is an independent Australian website providing free health and medicines information for consumers. myDr aims to help Australians manage their health, and that of their families, with relevant, easy to understand information written specifically for them.

myDr covers medical conditions, giving information on symptoms, diagnosis, tests, treatments and self-help. They have a wealth of information to help you with your medicines and the largest online database of Consumer Medicines Information (CMI) in Australia.

myDr brings you the latest information on nutrition and exercise, and has a large library of online health tools and calculators to help you manage your health.

The myDr news team report the key health stories each week.

In addition, if you need a patient support group, myDr enables you to search for a relevant group in your area.

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Colds: commonsense not antibiotics - MyDr.com.au

If you have a cold, commonsense self-care measures and over-the-counter medicines can help to relieve symptoms. Antibiotics are not helpful in treating the common cold, which is caused by a virus.

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Tick removal: First aid and prevention - MyDr.com.au

Freeze it; Don't squeeze it! That's the latest advice from experts to Australians who have an attached adult tick. Tick removal: First aid and prevention

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Foot care - MyDr.com.au

Common foot care problems include fungal foot infections, e.g. athlete's foot and fungal nail infections, and warts, corns and calluses. Find out what products are available for foot care.

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Nappy rash - MyDr.com.au

Nappy rash can result from contact dermatitis, or from a fungal thrush infection. Find out how to manage this condition and when you should see your doctor.

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Sciatica: symptoms, causes and diagnosis - MyDr.com.au

Sciatica is characterised by pain deep in the buttock often radiating down the back of the leg. One of the most common causes is a herniated disc.

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Hallucinations and false ideas in dementia - MyDr.com.au

People with dementia sometimes experience hallucinations and delusions which seem real to them, but there are ways that families and carers can deal with them.

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Blood glucose testing - MyDr.com.au

Blood glucose testing measures the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood, and is one of the most common screening tests used for diabetes.

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Patellofemoral pain syndrome (kneecap pain) - MyDr.com.au

Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common disorders of the knee. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatment.

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Polycystic ovary syndrome - MyDr.com.au

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects females in their reproductive years. It may cause irregular periods, excess hair growth and ovarian cysts.

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Physical activity and exercise: getting started - MyDr.com.au

Most people don't undertake enough physical activity in their everyday working lives and leisure time, which means we have to make a conscious effort to be more active.

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