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Hand, foot and mouth disease

Trusted information about hand, foot and mouth disease, including its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Foot ulcers

Links to trusted information about foot ulcers.

Hand, foot and mouth disease symptoms

Trusted information about the symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease.

Hand, foot and mouth disease prevention

Trusted information about how to prevent the spread of hand, foot and mouth disease.

Hand, foot and mouth disease diagnosis

Trusted information about how hand, foot and mouth disease is diagnosed.

Hand, foot and mouth disease treatment

Trusted information about how hand, foot and mouth disease is treated.

Foot care

Trusted information about foot care from leading Australian health organisations, including links to fungal foot infections and diabetes and foot care.

What is a podiatrist?

Podiatrists are experts in foot and ankle health. They can help to prevent and treat a wide range of conditions. Learn more about what a podiatrist does and how to find one.

Surgery for problems of the small toes

If you have problems with your small toes that are causing pressure and pain, surgery should straighten your toes and help make your foot fit more comfortably into a normal shoe.

Children's feet

Caring for children's feet starts from birth. Learn how to look after your child's feet, keep them in tiptop condition and start them off on the right foot.