Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)
Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) is a rare but serious disease that can occur with water-based activities. It causes brain inflammation.
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Primary aldosteronism
Primary aldosteronism is a condition where you make too much of the hormone aldosterone — find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.
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Immunisation or vaccination - what's the difference?
What's the difference between immunisation and vaccination? Find out how vaccines work and the difference between primary and booster doses.
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Liver cancer
Liver cancer is one of the top 10 causes of cancer deaths in Australia. Learn more about liver cancer and the different types and treatments.
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Scarlet fever
Scarlet fever is a bacterial throat infection usually affecting primary school-aged children. Find out about its symptoms, treatments and prevention.
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Erythromelalgia
Erythromelalgia is a rare skin condition which causes redness, burning pain and hot skin on your feet or hands. Read more about erythromelalgia here.
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Lymphoedema
Lymphoedema is swelling in your soft tissues due to fluid build-up in your lymphatic system. Find out about lymphoedema, its causes and treatments.
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Milia
Milia are tiny, white lumps that can appear on the face of newborn babies, young children and adults. Learn about different types and treatments.
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Bone cancer
Primary bone cancer, which begins in the bones, is rare. But many other cancers, such as lung or breast cancer, can spread to the bones.
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Inserting a primary gastrostomy device (child)
If your child is not able to eat and drink enough in the normal way, a gastrostomy device should allow your child to get the nutrients and fluid they need for healthy growth and development.
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