Health checks for women
A guide to routine health checks and tests for women, including mammogram, bowel cancer screening, blood pressure and more.
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Women's health
Learn more about health topics that concern women and their families, such as menopause, breast cancer, endometriosis and pregnancy.
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Life stages
Health information in relation to a number of different life stages and life events, such as babies and toddlers, children, teenagers, young adults, pregnancy, women's health, men's health, seniors and end-of-life issues.
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Perimenopause
Perimenopause takes place as most women’s ovaries gradually stop working over a period of years, producing fewer eggs and releasing less of the hormones than usual. Learn more about how perimenopause affects women here.
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Vaginal discharge
Every woman has some vaginal discharge. It's usually healthy and serves a purpose. Here's how to know what's normal, and what's a sign of infection.
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Menopause
Find out when menopause is likely to start, common symptoms and how to relieve them, as well as possible long-term effects.
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Vaginal dryness
Although it can affect any woman, vaginal dryness is most common in women who have experienced menopause.
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Mammography
A mammogram is a type of X-ray used to screen for breast cancer. Learn more about the process, plus the benefits and risks of mammography.
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Labia problems
Problems affecting the labia, the ‘lips’ on the outside of your genitals (vulva), can include cysts or a rash. Learn more about what's normal when it comes to the labia, and what's not.
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Women don't need to 'put up' with heavy periods
Heavy menstrual bleeding affects 1 in 4 Australian women, but treatment is available. There's no need to suffer in silence.
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A self-test has made cervical screening even easier
A ‘self-collection’ cervical screening test is now available, meaning women who find the tests uncomfortable or embarrassing have another, easier option.
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Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that lines the uterus also grows outside the uterus. It can be painful, but treatment is available.
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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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Cancer of the uterus
Uterine cancer is the most common gynaecological cancer. You can find out more about the different types of uterine cancer by reading our trusted partner pages.
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Tests during pregnancy
Links to our information partners' articles about tests during pregnancy.
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Female infertility
Links to our information partners' articles about infertility.
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Birthing options
Information about birthing options from leading Australian health organisations.
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Birth
Links to our information partners' articles about childbirth options.
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The truth hurts: hysterectomy doesn’t cure endometriosis
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, often leading to pain and infertility. Despite one celeb's hysterectomy for endo at 31, it’s not a cure for endometriosis.
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Female pattern baldness
Female pattern baldness (or androgenetic alopecia) is the most common type of hair loss and thinning in women.
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Contraceptive vaginal ring
The vaginal ring is an effective hormonal contraceptive method that works in the same way as the pill. It can also help control your periods.
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The pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)
The combined oral contraceptive pill, usually called simply 'the pill', is an effective hormonal contraceptive method which can also offer other benefits.
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Menopause medication
How can medication help ease menopause symptoms? This article contains information about different types of menopause medicines, other treatment options and what to ask your doctor.
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Vaginal problems
Most women are concerned by common problems such as vaginal discharge, dryness, irritation and thrush at some stage.
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Female sexual problems
Many women experience sexual problems from time to time. Learn more about some common problems and how they can be treated.
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Contraceptive implant
A contraceptive implant is inserted under your skin and offers an effective, convenient, long-term contraception option, safe for use by most women.
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Laparoscopy
A laparoscopy is a type of keyhole surgery performed in the abdominal (belly) area. Learn more about when and why a laparoscopy is used.
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Abortion
An abortion (termination) is the medical process of ending a pregnancy so it does not result in the birth of a baby.
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Toxic shock syndrome
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) occurs when a bacteria releases toxins into the body’s bloodstream. It's very rare but has been associated with tampon use.
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Oestrogen blood test
Many women at some time have a blood test for oestrogen. It might be during pregnancy, if their menstrual cycle is unusual, or for some other reason.
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