Chronic kidney disease

Chronic kidney disease is kidney disease that continues to get worse without improving. Find out more about chronic kidney disease.

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Kidney failure

Kidney failure (renal failure) is when your kidneys no longer work properly. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for kidney failure.

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Kidneys

The kidneys' main functions are to filter or 'clean' your blood of waste products and help control your blood pressure. Find out how they work.

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Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a group of health conditions that raise stroke, heart disease and type-2 diabetes risk. Read about symptoms and treatments.

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Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

ACE inhibitors and ARBs are commonly taken for hypertension. They work by relaxing your blood vessels. You shouldn’t take ACE inhibitors and ARBs together.

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Anaemia

Anaemia is a lack of red blood cells, which carry oxygen from the lungs around the body. It's important to treat the cause of the anaemia.

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How to lower your blood pressure

High blood pressure is common but often has no symptoms. Get tips to keep your blood pressure under control, including through lifestyle changes and medication.

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Potassium deficiency

Potassium is a mineral that helps nerves and muscles function properly. Read more about potassium deficiency, symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

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Foods high in potassium

People need potassium in their diet so nerves and muscles function properly. Learn about which foods are good sources of potassium.

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COVID-19 vaccine FAQs

COVID-19 vaccination can help protect you against severe disease and hospitalisation. See how often you should be getting vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Dietary supplements

Dietary supplements are also called food supplements or vitamins, and may fill any nutritional gaps in your diet. But most people don't need them.

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Q fever

Q fever is an infection that you can catch from cows, sheep, goats and kangaroos. Learn more about Q fever symptoms, prevention and treatment.

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Parathyroid glands

Your parathyroid glands are small glands that are found in your neck and make parathyroid hormone (PTH). Find out more about PTH here.

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Limb numbness

Numbness in the limbs is common, especially if you've been sitting or sleeping awkwardly. If it continues over a long period, you should see a doctor.

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Peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage causing pain, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs. Explore causes, symptoms and treatments.

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High blood pressure (hypertension)

High blood pressure affects around 1 in 3 Australian adults, so it's important to know your risk of hypertension and how to prevent it.

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Dialysis

Dialysis artificially cleans the blood if your kidneys can't cope. Learn about the different types and how to live an active life when on dialysis.

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Aortic stenosis

Aortic stenosis is a condition where your aortic heart valve narrows. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatment for aortic stenosis.

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Anaemia medicines

Anaemia medicine is mostly used to treat iron-deficiency anaemia. Learn how this medicine works, who takes it and associated side effects.

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Intravenous (IV) Iron Infusion

Discover important information about IV iron infusions, including when you might need one, costs, how to prepare and possible risks and side effects.

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Coronary heart disease

Coronary heart disease (CHD), also known as 'coronary artery disease', causes angina and heart attacks. Learn how to reduce your risk of CHD.

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Confusion

Confusion can be temporary, but sometimes it's a permanent state caused by a medical condition. Here are things you can do to help manage confusion.

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Management of chronic conditions

Chronic conditions are long-lasting and need ongoing medical attention. Learn how to manage your chronic condition and the types of support available.

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Gout

Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden pain and inflammation in joints – often your big toe. Read about how gout can be treated and prevented.

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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

RSV is a virus that causes infection in the lungs and airways. Read on to learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, management and prevention.

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Drinking water and your health

Drinking plenty of water daily is essential for good health and hydration. Find out more about why your body needs water to function.

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Salt and sodium

Excess salt can raise your blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Learn how to lower your salt (sodium) intake here.

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Long COVID

Long COVID is the name given to the ongoing symptoms that you may get after having COVID-19. Learn more about long COVID symptoms and treatment.

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Safe use of sleeping pills

Sleeping pills are medicines designed to help you fall asleep or stay asleep, in the treatment of insomnia. Learn more about the associated risks.

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