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There are a number of health conditions. They can be physical or mental. Early detection and management of your health concern is important. There are lots of ways you can stay healthy and prevent disease.
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On this page you can find the information you need about your health condition and the right support for you in South Western Sydney. There are many easy to understand factsheets available.
Factsheets about health conditions
Fibromyalgia
What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes pain and tenderness in the body. It can also cause sleep issues, tiredness and memory problems. There is no known cause for fibromyalgia and no cure. Your GP will help you to manage your symptoms.
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What is vitamin D deficiency in children? Vitamin D deficiency is common. If your child has a vitamin D deficiency it means they do not have enough vitamin D in their body. Vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium for healthy bone growth. In children, a vitamin D deficiency can...
Mpox (Monkeypox)
What is mpox? Mpox, also called monkeypox, is a rare virus. Most people are not at risk of mpox. It can be spread between animals and humans. You can get mpox after having close contact with an infected person, animal, or object. People at most risk of mpox in Australia...
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What is diabetes care? Ongoing diabetes care is important. You should see your GP and diabetes care team often to manage your health while living with diabetes. This resource lets you know the types of check-ups you need and how often they should be happening. You could take this with...
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What is vertigo? Vertigo is a type of dizziness. If you have vertigo, you may feel like the room is spinning around you. You can feel unbalanced, light-headed, like you are about to faint or like you are swaying. You may also feel nauseous or like you are sweating. Feelings...
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What is anaemia during pregnancy? Anaemia means you don’t have enough red blood cells in your blood. It’s often caused by low levels of iron. During pregnancy, your body can produce extra blood to support your growing baby. If you don’t have enough iron, your body may not be able...
Skin conditions in pregnancy
What are skin conditions in pregnancy? During pregnancy, your skin may change. It may become dry, red, itchy, darker, or more sensitive than before you were pregnant. These changes are usually not serious and will go away after your baby is born. It is usually because of changes to your...
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What is deep vein thrombosis? Deep vein thrombosis is a type of blood clot that forms in a deep vein (not a vein on the surface of the skin). Deep vein thrombosis is usually seen in the leg but may form in any deep vein. The main danger is that...
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What is hypertension? Hypertension is the medical name for high blood pressure. High blood pressure means your blood is pumping with more force than normal through your arteries. After a while, this increased pressure can start to damage blood vessels in the brain, heart and kidneys. This could lead to...
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What is sepsis? Sepsis is life-threatening. It needs to be treated quickly. It happens when your body's response to an infection damages your vital organs. Vital organs are your heart, lungs and brain. Anyone can get sepsis. People at higher risk include: Those with a weak immune system Older people...