Supporting your health

Anaphylaxis is sometimes life threatening and is always a medical emergency. It is the worst kind of...

Caring for a friend or family member can be a difficult, challenging task. Many people provide informal...

Constipation is when you find it hard to empty your bowel (have a bowel movement). It will...

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs is a government department that offers support for people who have served...

Disability support services are services that help people with disabilities, their families and carers. The Australian government...

If you have a medical condition that could affect your ability to drive safely, you will need...

Low Income Household Energy Rebate The NSW Government provides assistance measures to help households with their energy costs. Eligibility for...

Epistaxis is another name for nose bleeds. It is a common problem in both children and adults....

Acute gastroenteritis or gastro is the sudden onset of loose poo known as diarrhoea. Some people may...

Blood in urine can be: Macroscopic which means blood can be seen in urine without needing tests...

Hand hygiene is the process of cleaning your hands with soap and water to prevent spreading diseases....

Hyperthyroidism is due to an overactive thyroid. The thyroid is a gland in the neck. It makes...

Hypothyroidism is when you have an underactive thyroid, causing it to produce lower than normal amounts of...

What is a GP? GPs, or general practitioners, play a central role in the delivery of general health treatment and...

Measles is a viral disease that spreads easy and can cause severe problems. It remains a common...

My Health Record is a secure online summary of your health information. The record keeps information about...

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) offers financial support for Australians who have permanent and significant disability....

Organ and tissue donation is the process of donating your organs and tissues to people who are...

Polypharmacy is when people are taking five or more medications each day. These can be prescribed, over...

Returning to work after an illness can be challenging, but your GP is here to help. Returning...

Living with cancer impacts your physical and emotional health in many ways. It’s normal to face challenges...

Self-monitoring of blood glucose is recommended for all people with type 1 diabetes. It is also recommended...

Subclinical hyperthyroidism is when you have low thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) with normal thyroid hormone levels. TSH...

Vitamin D deficiency means you don’t have enough vitamin D in your body. Vitamin D helps our...

You are the centre of your healthcare journey You are the best person to be in charge of your own...