Diabetes testing and monitoring

Trusted information about diabetes testing and monitoring, blood sugar testing equipment and ketone testing equipment can be found on this page.

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Vaginal bleeding self care

Trusted information about vaginal bleeding self care can be found on this page.

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HbA1c test

An HbA1c is a type of blood test which is used to help diagnose and monitor people with diabetes.

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Kiss My Asthma App

The Kiss My Asthma App is an app for young people, developed by young people. The app was developed by the University of Sydney with funding from Asthma Australia’s National Research Fund. Learn more here.

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Diabetes testing and monitoring problems

Trusted information about diabetes testing and monitoring problems, including glucose meters, continuous glucose monitoring, and other equipment problems.

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Just diagnosed with diabetes

Diabetes doesn’t have to stop you from leading the life you want, Find out more about how to manage diabetes, and how to stay healthy and active.

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Hearing aids

A hearing aid is a small electronic device to help people hear better. Learn more about the different types of hearing aids and where and how to get hearing aids.

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Hormonal medicines and periods

Some forms of hormonal contraception (for example the oral contraceptive pill, IUD coil, and injection) may affect your menstrual cycle.

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Online therapy (eTherapy)

eTherapy, online counselling or online therapy refers to psychological support, therapy, education and assistance delivered via the internet or an online platform.

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Asthma medication

Many different medications are used to manage and control asthma. Learn more about the three main groups: relievers, preventers and symptom controllers, and how to use an inhaler, or puffer device.

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Bleeding between periods

Vaginal bleeding between periods is not unusual, but should be checked by your doctor if it happens more than once or twice.

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E-cigarettes (vaping)

E-cigarettes (vaping) are battery-operated devices designed to look and feel like cigarettes, cigars or similar. Vaping has been linked to serious health problems.

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Cochlear implant

Cochlear implants are electronic devices that stimulate the hearing nerve to provide sounds directly to the brain. They are designed to improve hearing.

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Inserting an IUCD

A coil or intra-uterine contraceptive device (IUCD) is a contraceptive device. An IUCD can be removed by your doctor. Read about how this method of contraception works and how a IUCD is inserted.

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Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD)

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a highly effective and reliable method of contraception. The two types available are the copper IUD and the hormonal IUD.

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Vaginal bleeding

Vaginal bleeding isn't always related to menstruation. It can also be caused by infection or injury.

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Heart failure treatment

There are a number of lifestyle changes you can make to help prevent heart failure and medicine available from your doctor. Find out what treatments are available.

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Clinical trials

Clinical trials are research investigations in which people volunteer to test new treatments.

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Bacterial vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis can put you at an increased risk of developing other conditions, so it’s a good idea to get it checked by your doctor.

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Flu questions? Ask Australia's first winter health voice app

It's peak flu season, but thanks to healthdirect's new winter health voice app, Flu Advice, you can now ask your Google Home or Amazon Echo all about the flu.

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Insulin devices

There are many different types of insulin delivery devices available including insulin pens, insulin pumps, insulin jets and syringes. Learn tips on how to use them from a trusted source.

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Non-insulin devices

Trusted information about non-insulin devices and tips on how they should be used correctly.

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Living with Alzheimer's disease

Dementia education and training can help families, carers and people with dementia manage the disease. Find out about living with dementia.

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Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)

Hyperglycaemia is having too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out more about the effects of hyperglycaemia and steps to take when your blood sugar level is higher than it should be.

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Self-talk

Self-talk is your inner voice. It's part of your stream of consciousness, allowing you to process and understand what's going on around you.

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Self-harm

This condition, which can involve cutting the skin, alcohol misuse or an eating disorder, is often a way of coping with low self-esteem or trauma.

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Painful periods

Painful periods are most common in young women, and the pain tends to ease as women get older. Learn more about the symptoms and treatments.

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Depression treatment

There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for depression. Physical, psychological, complementary and self-help strategies can all be effective, usually in combination.

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Self-esteem and mental health

Self-esteem is your opinion of yourself. Find out the signs of a low self-esteem and what you can do to improve your self-esteem and mental health.

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Catheter problems

Most people only need catheters temporarily, although some people need to use them on permanent basis. Catheter problems can include leaking, blockages and the catheter tube falling out. Learn more about catheter problems here.

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