Central nervous system (CNS)

Your central nervous system (CNS) is made up of your brain and your spinal cord. Learn more about its role and the different parts of the brain.

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Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain. Learn about its role in mental illness, addiction and Parkinson’s disease, and medicines for imbalances.

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Multiple sclerosis (MS)

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease affecting the central nervous system. Learn about the types of MS and how the symptoms can be managed.

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Brain diseases, disorders and injuries

Brain conditions consist of diseases, injuries, syndromes and infections. They have a huge variety of symptoms, treatments and prognoses, and you can learn more about them here.

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Nervous system

Your nervous system controls many of your body’s functions, including walking, speaking and other activities. Learn more about how it works.

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Stimulant drugs

Stimulants are a class of drugs that make you feel more alert or energetic. They include drugs such as caffeine, some medicines, ice and cocaine.

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Anatomy

The human body has many different systems and organs that all serve different function. Learn more about the brain, heart, digestive system and other parts of the body.

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BrainTrack App

BrainTrack app is an award-winning, free app developed by Dementia Australia that helps people to explore their brain health, and privately monitor and understand changes in cognition over time.

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Transverse myelitis

Transverse myelitis (TM) causes inflammation in your spinal cord. Learn more about the symptoms, causes and when to see a doctor with TM.

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Encephalitis

Encephalitis is a serious brain condition usually caused by a virus. If you or your child may be affected, seek medical attention immediately.

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Polio (poliomyelitis)

Polio is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause paralysis and death. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and how vaccines prevent polio.

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Rabies

Rabies is caused by a bite or scratch from an infected animal. Find out what to do if you are bitten by an animal that may have rabies.

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Spinal cord injuries

A spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that can make you lose feeling, movement, or both. Learn about causes and effects.

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GHB

GHB is a party drug. It has been linked to date rape and sexual assault. Find out more about the physical effects and consequences of using GHB.

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Encephalopathy

An encephalopathy refers to any disturbance of the brain's functioning. Learn about symptoms, treatments and signs of a medical emergency.

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Serotonin

Serotonin is a chemical messenger that affects wellbeing and happiness. Many antidepressants increase serotonin levels in the brain.

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Gut microbiome and your health

An unhealthy gut microbiome impacts your physical and mental health. Learn how you can improve your gut microbiome.

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Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)

Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) is a rare but serious disease that can occur with water-based activities. It causes brain inflammation.

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Hydrocephalus

Hydrocephalus is caused by a build-up of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. This fluid is essential, but too much can damage your brain.

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Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection. Learn more about how CMV is spread, its symptoms and how to reduce your risk of infection.

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Lumbar puncture

Lumbar puncture involves putting a needle into the lower back to diagnose and sometimes treat problems of the brain and spinal cord.

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Labyrinthitis

Labyrinthitis is an inflammation of the balancing centre in your inner ear. Find out how it may come about, its symptoms and the treatment options.

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Murray Valley encephalitis

Murray Valley encephalitis is a rare illness caused by a mosquito-borne virus - read more about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

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Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare brain disorder that causes dementia. Find out more about CJD, mad cow disease and variant CJD here.

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Hypothermia

Hypothermia can happen when you are exposed to cold conditions for a long time. Learn symptoms, treatment, and prevention tips here.

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Listeria and listeriosis

Listeriosis, a food poisoning caused by Listeria bacteria, poses risks for pregnant women, older people and those with weak immune systems.

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae

Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a type of bacteria that can cause respiratory infection. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of mycoplasma pneumoniae.

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Temazepam

Temazepam is a sedative medicine, in the benzodiazepine class. It is used short term to help with sleep problems and must be prescribed by a doctor.

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Medicines and alcohol

You need to be careful if you drink alcohol when taking some medicines. This includes over-the-counter medicines and herbal remedies. Learn more here.

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Tuberous sclerosis

Tuberous sclerosis is a rare genetic disease that may affect many parts of your body. There’s no cure, but tuberous sclerosis can be treated.

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