Demystifying Anti-Wrinkle Cosmetic Procedures Anti-wrinkle treatments usually refer to botulinum toxin A (BTA), which is the chemical name for brands such as Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin. It is a neurotoxin that stops a chemical signal between a nerve and a muscle, rendering the muscle unable to move, or paralyzed. [...]
How to get rid of an ingrown toenail What is an ingrown toenail? Ingrown toenail is an extremely common condition which occurs when the inner or outer side of the large toenail digs into the skin. The part of the nail that grows into the skin acts as a [...]
The causes of breast pain Breast pain refers to any area or areas of tenderness, discomfort or pain in one or both breasts. It can occur for a variety of reasons. Is breast pain a sign of breast cancer? Breast pain is more commonly due to reasons OTHER than [...]
What are the symptoms of Melanoma? What is Melanoma? Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer. It tends to occur in parts of the body that are regularly exposed to the sun, though less commonly it can develop in areas that don’t usually get sun exposure (for example, [...]
Thunderstorm Asthma- learning from the past. What Happened in Melbourne in November 2016? 9 people lost their lives, hundreds of people were hospitalised and thousands of people were affected by breathing problems due to thunderstorm asthma. Medical services were overwhelmed by an unexpected surge in sudden-onset attacks of severe wheezing and coughing, often in [...]
Tradie Health- understanding the risks Tradies face many challenges to their health. Whilst physical injury is often the first thing that springs to mind, there are many other health issues that need to be considered. With around 9% of Australians employed in the construction industry, these are matters that affect a large section [...]
How to self treat gastro Symptoms How to self-treat When to see a doctor Gastroenteritis, commonly referred to as gastro, is an infection of the gut (intestines). It can range from a mild tummy upset for a day or two with mild [...]
How painkillers can worsen headaches There are certain things that your GP should be looking for if you’re suffering from regular headaches. Things that may indicate something to worry about include: Sudden onset Accompanying fever Change in the nature or timing of the headache Neck stiffness Accompanying neurological symptoms, for example weakness or loss [...]
