PET scan
A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is an imaging test used to diagnose certain diseases. Find out what the scan involves and how it works.
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What is a radiographer and a radiologist?
Radiographers and radiologists use imaging to help diagnose and treat injury and disease. Learn more about both professions and their specific roles.
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Lewy body dementias
Lewy body dementias are caused by abnormal protein clumps in the brain that affect memory, thinking, movement and behaviour. Read about the symptoms.
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Stomach cancer
Stomach cancer, most common in males over 50, doesn't always have symptoms. Reduce your risk of stomach cancer by making changes to your diet.
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Throat cancer
Throat cancer can be treated if diagnosed early so you should see a doctor if you're concerned. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment here.
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Cancer of the uterus
Cancer of the uterus (womb) includes endometrial cancer and uterine sarcoma. Find out about the symptoms, tests and treatments for cancer of the uterus.
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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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Leukaemia in children
Leukaemia is the most common childhood cancer. Children with leukaemia are usually treated for 2 to 3 years. Read more about childhood leukaemia here.
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Lung cancer
Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. Smoking can cause lung cancer. Learn about the symptoms of lung cancer and how it is treated.
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Brain tumours
A brain tumour is a growth of abnormal cells in the brain. Some are malignant (cancerous, and can spread) and others are benign (non-cancerous).
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