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Risk Checker

Find out if you're at risk of heart disease, kidney disease or type 2 diabetes in just a few minutes using the healthdirect Risk Checker.

5 ways to reduce your risk of heart disease

Nine in 10 Australians have at least one risk factor for heart disease, but there are ways to reduce your risk and keep your heart healthy.

Should I be tested for heart disease?

Understanding heart disease risk can help you reduce your risk and protect your heart. Find out more about heart disease risk and heart disease tests.

Health risks after a cyclone or flood

Here's a list of common health risks and hazards that can strike during floods and cyclones, such as contaminated floodwater and snake bites.

New phone app could reduce suicide risk

A new app could help mental health patients and reduce suicide risk, by sending counsellors data on mood, activity and adherence to medication.

How to avoid COVID-19

There are many ways to reduce your risk of COVID-19, including physical distancing, wearing a mask, hand washing and getting vaccinated.

15 minutes of walking could reduce your risk of disease

Walking 15 minutes a day could reduce your risk of heart disease, dementia and some cancers, says the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

Rural men face greater risk of health problems, including suicide

Men who live in rural and remote Australia are more at risk of many health issues, such as obesity and suicide. Even in the outback, help is available.

High risk pathway

Find out your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and kidney disease with this quick test

Healthdirect, with the George Institute, has developed a free online risk calculator to help prevent heart disease, kidney disease and type 2 diabetes.

Older people and COVID-19

Older people who are exposed to COVID-19 are at much greater risk of serious illness. Here's advice to support older Australians

Hot weather risks and staying cool

Hot days and heatwaves can place extreme stress the body, and for some it can be dangerous. Here’s how to keep yourself and others cool and hydrated.

People with underlying health conditions and COVID-19

Here’s what people with underlying health conditions need to know about COVID-19, including who is at greater risk and getting vaccinated.

Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Blood clots occur to prevent you from losing too much blood. They can form inside a vein and move to your lungs, causing pain or serious complications.

Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of risk factors that raise the risk of stroke, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Find out its symptoms and treatments.

Should I be checked for skin cancer?

Anyone can develop skin cancer and the risks increase as you grow older. Read on to find out how you can get a skin check to reduce your cancer risk.

Statins

Statins are medicines used to lower cholesterol and are recommended for people at risk of cardiovascular disease. Here's how statins work.

Menopause medication

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is medication to treat troublesome symptoms of menopause. Find out about types of MHT and their risks.

Ebola virus

Ebola is a rare and often fatal illness. Learn about the Ebola virus, who’s at risk, symptoms and treatment options.

Mammography

A mammogram is a type of x-ray used to screen for breast cancer. Learn more about the process, plus the benefits and risks of mammography.

Endocarditis

Endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of the heart. A quick diagnosis is vital. Find out about the risks and symptoms of endocarditis here.

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a blood disorder that increases the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complications. Learn more here.

Buying medicines online

Buying medicines on the internet has its advantages, but there is a risk of losing your money, damaging your health or breaking the law.

Accidental overdose of medicine

Accidental overdose of medicine is very dangerous, but preventable. Here's how to avoid the risk of overdose, and the medicines that need special care.

This festive season, don't give your loved ones food poisoning

With the festive season comes the risk of food poisoning. Follow these tips to stay healthy and safe when entertaining at home.

Beta blockers

Beta blockers are medicines used to treat some heart conditions. Learn about potential risks, benefits and how they work.

Breast cancer awareness

Your risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. Here’s how to recognise symptoms and detect it early.

Safe sex

By practicing safe sex, you will prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infection (STIs) and minimise the risk of unplanned pregnancy.

Tubal ligation

Tubal ligation is a permanent form of contraception or sterilisation. Read about the benefits, risks and alternatives to having your tubes tied.

Knee pain

Knee pain is a common problem with a number of causes. Read about risk factors, symptoms, treatments and diagnosis.

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Risk Checker

5 ways to reduce your risk of heart disease

Should I be tested for heart disease?

Health risks after a cyclone or flood

New phone app could reduce suicide risk

How to avoid COVID-19

15 minutes of walking could reduce your risk of disease

Rural men face greater risk of health problems, including suicide

High risk pathway

Find out your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and kidney disease with this quick test

Older people and COVID-19

Hot weather risks and staying cool

People with underlying health conditions and COVID-19

Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Metabolic syndrome

Should I be checked for skin cancer?

Statins

Menopause medication

Ebola virus

Mammography

Endocarditis

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Buying medicines online

Accidental overdose of medicine

This festive season, don't give your loved ones food poisoning

Beta blockers

Breast cancer awareness

Safe sex

Tubal ligation

Knee pain

Life stage

Risk Checker

5 ways to reduce your risk of heart disease

Should I be tested for heart disease?

Health risks after a cyclone or flood

New phone app could reduce suicide risk

How to avoid COVID-19

15 minutes of walking could reduce your risk of disease

Rural men face greater risk of health problems, including suicide

High risk pathway

Find out your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and kidney disease with this quick test

Older people and COVID-19

Hot weather risks and staying cool

People with underlying health conditions and COVID-19

Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Metabolic syndrome

Should I be checked for skin cancer?

Statins

Menopause medication

Ebola virus

Mammography

Endocarditis

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Buying medicines online

Accidental overdose of medicine

This festive season, don't give your loved ones food poisoning

Beta blockers

Breast cancer awareness

Safe sex

Tubal ligation

Knee pain

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