Pleurisy
Trusted information about pleurisy, including what it is, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and prevention from leading Australian health organisations.
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Respiratory conditions
Trusted information about respiratory conditions from leading Australian health organisations, including links to glucocorticosteroids.
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Chest infection
Chest infections are common in people of all ages and may occur with a cold or the flu. Learn more about chest infection causes, symptoms and treatments.
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Respiratory syncytial virus
RSV or respiratory syncytial virus infects your airways and lungs. Learn more the causes, treatment, prevention and how you can stop the virus from spreading.
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Coughs, colds and ear infections in children
Trusted information on childhood ailments including coughs, colds, ear infections, sore throat and glue ear.
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Doxycycline
Doxycycline is an antibiotic medicine. This page explains what doxycycline is used for, how it works, its risks and other treatment options available in its place.
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Pleural effusion
A pleural effusion is an abnormal buildup of fluid around your lungs. It sits in and expands a space known as the pleural cavity. Find out more about pleural effusion.
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Colds and flu (influenza)
Trusted information on the common cold and flu (influenza) including their differences, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments, plus current flu activity levels in Australia.
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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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What causes asthma?
Trusted information on the causes of asthma and factors that increase the likelihood of developing asthma, and links to trusted resources
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Pneumonia prevention
There are vaccines which reduce the risk of getting pneumonia. Learn why vaccination is recommended as a prevention for people in at risk groups.
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