The role of a geriatrician
A geriatrician is a specialist doctor who cares for people aged 65 and over. Most are experts at helping people who have multiple conditions.
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Life stages
Health information in relation to a number of different life stages and life events, such as babies and toddlers, children, teenagers, young adults, pregnancy, women's health, men's health, seniors and end-of-life issues.
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My Aged Care – the first step to accessing aged care services
My Aged Care can help you find the information you need about aged care, including the different types of aged care services that are available in your area.
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Aged care services
As you get older you may need help managing everyday activities. Find out if you are eligible for aged care services, or respite services for carers.
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Depression in young people
Depression affects 3 in 100 men aged 18 to 24 and 10 in 100 women of the same age. Learn how to recognise the signs.
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve. It affects 1 in 10 Australians aged over 80, but glaucoma can strike at any age. Read on to learn more about glaucoma symptoms, treatments and causes.
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Retinal detachment
Retinal detachment is a medical emergency caused by ageing and eye injury. If you experience vision disturbance, go to the emergency department.
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Early menopause
Menopause that happens earlier than the expected age of around 50 years is called premature or early menopause.
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Breast cancer awareness
Your risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. Here’s how to recognise symptoms and detect it early.
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Health benefits of swimming
Swimming is a great low-impact activity you can do at any age. These tips will help you get started.
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What you need to know about acute hepatitis of unknown cause in children
Learn more about acute hepatitis with no known cause that’s affecting children under the age of 16.
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Anxiety and Depression Program
The Anxiety and Depression Program is an online program created to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Suitable for all ages. Learn more here.
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Seniors' health
As you get older, it's important to understand how ageing affects the mind and body. Read up on bone health, arthritis, nutrition and more.
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Obesity in children
Childhood obesity is when a child has too much body fat for their age. There are simple steps to take to help your child move towards a healthy weight.
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Good fertility health
Your age and your health can affect your chances of falling pregnant. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle may help you improve your fertility.
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Types of thermometer
There are different types of thermometers that can be used to take a child's temperature. Learn about which types are most accurate best suited for your childs age.
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iBobbly app
iBobbly is a social and emotional wellbeing self-help app for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians aged 15 years and over.
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Rett syndrome
Rett syndrome causes intellectual and physical disability. It’s been described relatively recently, so it’s not known how it progresses to middle age.
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Toilet training
Most children start toilet training between 2 and 3 years of age. Find out whether your child is ready with these helpful toilet training tips.
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Calcium
Calcium strengthens bones, helps prevent osteoporosis and more. Find out how much you need for your age and how to find good sources of calcium.
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Astigmatism
Astigmatism is may be present from birth, develop as you age, or may be due to injury or disease. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options of astigmatism.
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WorryTime app
WorryTime by ReachOut.com gives people a place to store their daily worries. It is a free app that is suitable for ages 12+ and is available from the Apple App Store.
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Testosterone
Your testosterone levels can vary depending on your sex, age and health. Learn more about low testosterone, possible causes and symptoms.
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Scarlet fever
Scarlet fever is a bacterial throat infection that usually affects primary school-aged children. Find out about its symptoms as well as treatments and preventions.
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Sever's disease
Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in children. It affects children 8-14 years of age. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a condition that affects around 1 in 8 women; it's most common in sexually active women aged 20 to 24.
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Tooth decay
Tooth decay occurs when a cavity develops in your tooth. It can affect people of all ages. However, tooth decay can be prevented as well as treated.
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5 reasons to look after your eyes
It's common to develop serious eye conditions as you age, or through illness and injury, but there is plenty you can do to protect your eyes from damage.
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Acromegaly
Acromegaly causes parts of the body to grow larger and mostly affects people in middle age. It can be effectively treated, especially if diagnosed early.
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