Understanding pathology tests
Find out what pathology tests are used for, the different types of tests, why they are important, how to prepare for them, and what the results mean.
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Speech pathology
Speech pathologists help people with communication and swallowing problems. Learn more about speech pathologists, what they do and how they can help.
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Paying for diagnostic testing
Diagnostic tests, such as pathology tests and imaging scans, can be expensive. Learn more here about the costs and what Medicare covers.
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Find a health service
healthdirect Service Finder is a free service that helps you locate the nearest health services in any part of Australia. You can search for health services such as general practitioners, hospitals, dentists, psychologists, hospitals, mental health, optical, pathology, pharmacies and a wide range of others. Find contact details, opening hours and billing options as well as other useful information for these providers. The service finder is also available via the healthdirect mobile app.
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Quick read: What to do if you have COVID
If you have no symptoms or mild symptoms, these are the steps you need to take and what you should do when you test positive to COVID.
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Quick read: When and how to get a test
You should get tested if you have any COVID-19 symptoms, even if they’re mild. Here's what you need to know about PCR tests and rapid antigen tests (RATs).
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Speech problems
Speech problems often arise during childhood, but they can affect people of all ages. Learn more about common speech problems here.
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Down Syndrome Health Record App
Health record app is for parents and support people of children with Down syndrome that assists them to record and monitor their child’s health, growth and development.
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About My Health Record
My Health Record is Australia's secure digital health record system. Learn how to store your health information, such as scripts and vaccinations.
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COVID-19 testing
Learn about COVID-19 testing, including when to get tested, what test you should use and what to do if you test positive to COVID-19.
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Family medical history
Knowing your family medical history is important. It can guide you in making changes that will reduce your risk of developing a hereditary condition.
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Allied health
Allied health practitioners are trained professionals who are not doctors, dentists or nurses. Learn more about what these professionals do here.
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Benign tumours
Links to trusted information about benign tumours.
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Shock
Links to articles about medical shock.
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Growth disorders
Growth disorders are disorders that can cause abnormally fast or slow growth. They can be caused by genes, hormones, or nutrition.
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Kids' Guide to Cancer app
The Kids’ Guide to Cancer app empowers kids to learn more about cancer on their own terms, at their own pace – and understand everything that is going on.
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End of life health
Living with a terminal illness can be difficult for you and your loved ones. Learn more about coping with a terminal illness, talking about your feelings, and understanding anticipatory grief.
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Guide to blood testing
Find out all about blood tests, including where to get a blood test in Australia, what happens when you have a blood test, and how long it takes.
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Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is a blood test that can check for inflammation in your body. Find out more about ESR blood tests here.
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Get behind bowel cancer screening
Free bowel cancer screening test kits are being sent to Australians aged from 50 to 74. Bowel cancer is one of the most curable cancers – if detected early on.
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Acoustic neuroma
An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumour that grows in the acoustic or eighth cranial nerve. Learn how it affects hearing, balance and other functions.
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Blood glucose test
Blood glucose tests (blood sugar tests) are used to diagnose and monitor diabetes. Find out how to prepare for this test and what your results mean.
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How exercise is changing lives
Experts now recommend that physical activity be prescribed for cancer patients. Here's how exercise plays a surprising role in health conditions like cancer and depression.
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Don’t know what to say or how to support a friend with cancer?
One in 2 people will be affected by cancer in their lives. Discover more ways to support your friend and some helpful phrases to use.
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Polyps
A polyp is a growth on an organ in your body. Most polyps are benign but some are or might become malignant. Learn more about the cause and symptoms of polyps as well as prevention tips.
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Epigastric hernia repair (child)
An epigastric hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in the abdominal wall between the belly button and sternum.
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Groin pain or swelling
Get tips and advice on how to look after yourself if you are experiencing groin pain or swelling, and when to see your doctor.
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Testosterone blood test
A testosterone blood test can show us how much of the sex hormone testosterone is in your body. Males usually have more testosterone than females.
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Pilonidal disease
Pilonidal disease is a chronic skin infection that develops in the crease between the buttocks. Find out more about its symptoms and treatment.
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Lipoma
Lipomas are common fatty lumps that grow under the skin. Learn more about their symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
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