Wheezing

Wheezing is usually a symptom of a medical condition that can be life-threatening, read on to learn how to identify and prevent wheezing at home.

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Asthma in adolescents and adults

Asthma symptoms can include a cough, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness. Learn more about asthma symptoms, causes and treatment options.

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Asthma in children under 6

Asthma is a lung condition that narrows your child’s airways. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of asthma, and how to manage an asthma attack.

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Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a common chest infection in babies that affects their breathing. Urgent treatment can be needed. Find out when to call for help.

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Penicillin

Penicillin is the name of a widely used and effective group of antibiotic medicines. Read more on safety, side effects, and signs of allergy.

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Rashes

Rashes can be red, pink, purple, flat or bumpy, itchy, scaley or pus filled. Read on to learn about the causes and management of various rashes.

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Grass allergy

Grass allergy causes someone to have an allergic reaction to grass pollen spread by the wind. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Asthma in children 6 to 11 years

Asthma is a common lung condition that affects your child’s breathing. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of asthma in children.

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Asthma attack management

An asthma attack is when your asthma symptoms become worse than normal. Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of an asthma attack.

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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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Inhaled substance or foreign object

Substances such as a liquid, powder and gas or small objects can be breathed in accidentally. Learn what to do if you inhale a substance.

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Shortness of breath (dyspnoea)

Shortness of breath (dyspnoea) is when you feel like you cannot get enough air into your lungs. Find out what to do if you have difficulty breathing.

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Neuroendocrine cancers

Neuroendocrine cancers are a rare group of cancers that most commonly form in the digestive system and the lungs. Read on for symptoms and treatments.

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Dust storms

A dust storm reduces the quality of the air that you breathe, which can cause health problems. Learn how to protect yourself in a dust storm.

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Allergies and hypersensitivities

An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system overreacts to a substance. Find out about common allergies, their symptoms and treatments.

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Thunderstorm asthma

Thunderstorm asthma happens when there are thunderstorms and a high pollen count. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment options.

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Choking

Choking is when something gets stuck in your windpipe and fully or partly blocks it. Read about choking first aid and what to do in an emergency.

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Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children

If your child has a serious illness, it's important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and know what to do.

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Bronchoscopy

A bronchoscopy lets your doctor to see inside your airways and lungs. Find out about the procedure and when you might need a bronchoscopy.

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Insect bites - infographic

What you need to know about insect bites, including symptoms, treatment and signs of a severe allergic reaction.

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Insect stings - infographic

What you need to know about insect stings, including symptoms, treatment and signs of a severe allergic reaction.

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Ant stings and bites

Ant bites or stings can cause itching, redness or swelling. Learn more about the symptoms, allergic reactions and treatments for ant bites and stings.

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Bushfires and your health

Bushfires and smoke pose health risks, especially to those with conditions such as asthma. Prepare, get emergency medicines and stay informed.

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Medicines for asthma

Asthma medicines include relievers and preventers. Most asthma medicines come as inhalers or ‘puffers’. Find out about combination inhalers.

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Human parainfluenza viruses (HPIVs)

HPIVs infect the respiratory tract and have symptoms like a cold. They spread via coughs and sneezes. Children and immunocompromised are at higher risk.

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Adenoviruses

Adenoviruses are a group of viruses that cause cold and flu-like symptoms. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of adenoviruses.

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Allergic reactions to cow's milk

Allergic reactions to cow’s milk are very common. It is seen in about 1 in 50 infants. Learn more here about allergy to milk proteins.

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Cat and dog allergy

Allergies to pets are common, particularly cats and dogs. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Learn more about how to live with a pet allergy.

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Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis symptoms are ongoing wet cough and repeated chest infections. Find out about the causes, diagnosis and treatment for bronchiectasis.

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Elephantiasis

Elephantiasis is a tropical disease spread by mosquito bites that can cause arm and leg swelling and skin to become hard and thick, like an elephant's.

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