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Caffeine

Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, most teas, chocolate, energy drinks and elsewhere. It acts on the brain and nervous system and it’s addictive. If you want to reduce your caffeine intake, learn more here.

Food, drink and mental health

Here are 7 tips on how to eat well and develop healthy eating habits, whether that’s to keep yourself feeling good, or to help with mental health issues you are facing.

Restless legs syndrome

Restless legs syndrome is a condition that can make it hard for you to sleep. Learn more about its causes, symptoms and how to treat it at home.

Fatigue

Fatigue, when you always feel exhausted even if you are well rested, could be a symptom of something that is wrong. You may need to see your doctor.

Twitching eye

Spasms in the eyelid can signal fatigue, stress and in rare cases, multiple sclerosis. Learn about its causes and treatments and when to see a doctor.

Living with GORD

Information on living with GORD on this page, plus links to trusted resources.

Urinary incontinence

If you have urinary incontinence (trouble controlling your bladder), a simple lifestyle change or treatment may be all that’s needed to cure or improve it, or to help you manage the condition. Learn more here.

Heart palpitations

If you become suddenly aware of your heartbeat, especially if it's faster or harder, you could be having palpitations. Learn how to spot the signs and the causes of heart palpitations.

Melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone produced in the brain. It controls the body’s night and day cycles. Learn more here, including how melatonin levels can be adjusted.

Essential tremor

Essential tremor affects your nerves and causes uncontrollable shaking. Understand the difference between essential tremor and Parkinson’s Disease.

Sleep

Sleep is physically and mentally restorative, and it helps organise your brain. Learn about the stages of sleep, healthy habits and tips for a better night's rest.

Insomnia

Insomnia - leading to poor concentration or mood changes – affects one third of Australians at some point. Good sleep habits and lifestyle changes may help.

More than 5 million Aussies have incontinence

Incontinence is very common, and affects people of all ages and genders. Find out if you might be incontinent, and try these useful tips to curb leakage.

Jet lag

Jet lag is the result of quickly crossing several time zones so your body’s natural sleep rhythms are disrupted. Here are some tips to minimise the symptoms of jet lag.

Your daylight saving cheat sheet

Daylight saving starts Sunday October 6, which means moving the clocks forward by 1 hour. Need help coping with the time change? Follow these handy tips.

Raynaud's phenomenon

Raynaud's phenomenon (or Raynaud's disease) is a condition causing some areas of the body to feel numb and cool in response to cold temperatures or stress.

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

An electroencephalogram, or EEG, is a test that measures the electrical activity of the brain. It can be used to diagnose or monitor conditions such as epilepsy and sleep disorders. Learn more about this diagnostic test from a trusted source.

Could a pair of glasses help you sleep?

Body clock disorders and challenges like jet lag could possibly be helped by a special type of glasses that shine light into the wearer’s eyes.

Itchy anus (pruritus ani)

An itchy anus, also called pruritus ani is a common complaint. The itch, in or around the anus, can be extremely intense and persistent, causing a constant urge to scratch. Read about causes, things you can do and when to see a doctor.

Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet reduces or removes certain foods to cut down on specific sugar types and avoid tummy pain and discomfort. Learn more about FODMAPs here.

'Healthy' juices might not be so good for your teeth

You've probably heard about tooth decay, but acid erosion can wear away the enamel on teeth. Juices and acidic beverages, including kombucha, are partly to blame for 'acid wear'.

Hypothermia

Hypothermia can happen when you are exposed to cold conditions for a long time. This might be outdoors or in an unheated house. Learn more about its symptoms and how to prevent it.

Meniere's disease

Meniere's disease is a disorder of the ear that causes hearing and balance problems. There's no cure, but the symptoms can be managed.

Prostate problems

Swelling, enlargement and cancer are the most common problems that affect the prostate. Learn about important symptoms and treatment options here.

What is the best cure for low back pain?

When it comes to sports supplements, play it safe

Inspired by the Commonwealth Games? Great! But if you want to boost your fitness with sports supplements, use caution: some can be dangerous or ineffective.

Post-nasal drip

If your nose and sinuses are blocked up with mucus and you have a tickle in your throat you might have post-nasal drip. Find out more about post-nasal drip, and how you can treat and prevent it.

Adrenaline

Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a hormone that helps you react more quickly in a stressful situation. Adrenaline is also used as an emergency treatment for a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Learn more here.

Dental erosion

Dental erosion occurs when part of the enamel surface of your teeth is dissolved by acids. It's caused by diet, medicines, health conditions and more.

Atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (when part of the heart ‘quivers’ rather than beating normally) could lead to a stroke. Know the symptoms and decrease your risk.

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Caffeine

Food, drink and mental health

Restless legs syndrome

Fatigue

Twitching eye

Living with GORD

Urinary incontinence

Heart palpitations

Melatonin

Essential tremor

Sleep

Insomnia

More than 5 million Aussies have incontinence

Jet lag

Your daylight saving cheat sheet

Raynaud's phenomenon

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Could a pair of glasses help you sleep?

Itchy anus (pruritus ani)

Low FODMAP diets

'Healthy' juices might not be so good for your teeth

Hypothermia

Meniere's disease

Prostate problems

What is the best cure for low back pain?

When it comes to sports supplements, play it safe

Post-nasal drip

Adrenaline

Dental erosion

Atrial fibrillation

Medicine info: Active ingredients

Life stage

Caffeine

Food, drink and mental health

Restless legs syndrome

Fatigue

Twitching eye

Living with GORD

Urinary incontinence

Heart palpitations

Melatonin

Essential tremor

Sleep

Insomnia

More than 5 million Aussies have incontinence

Jet lag

Your daylight saving cheat sheet

Raynaud's phenomenon

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Could a pair of glasses help you sleep?

Itchy anus (pruritus ani)

Low FODMAP diets

'Healthy' juices might not be so good for your teeth

Hypothermia

Meniere's disease

Prostate problems

What is the best cure for low back pain?

When it comes to sports supplements, play it safe

Post-nasal drip

Adrenaline

Dental erosion

Atrial fibrillation

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