健康状况
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
便秘
What is constipation? Constipation is when you find it hard to empty your bowel (have a bowel movement). It will often be diagnosed when you have fewer than 2 bowel movements in a week. For adults, it is often due to not moving enough, not drinking enough water, and not...
矽肺病
What is silicosis? Silica is a common mineral which can be found in bricks, tiles and concrete. Silica can become a fine dust when these materials are being worked on. Some workers may breathe in some of this dust without knowing it. Silica dust can cause scarring and stiffening of...
尿失禁
What is urinary incontinence? Urinary incontinence is the involuntary or accidental leakage of urine. This affects 30% to 50% of women and up to 30% of men. Pregnancy, childbirth, are common causes for women and enlarged prostates for men. For both men and women, incontinence becomes more common with age....
舟状骨骨折
What is a scaphoid fracture? A scaphoid fracture is a break in one of the bones in your wrist. They usually happen if you’ve had a fall onto your outstretched hand. Sometimes, wrist fractures are not really painful. However, if you have a scaphoid fracture, you need treatment. Correct diagnosis...
寨卡病毒
What is zika virus? Zika is a virus that spreads through infected mosquito bites. It can also be sexually transmitted. In most cases, Zika is mild. But it can be dangerous for pregnant women. A pregnant woman with Zika can pass the virus to her baby which may cause birth...
狂犬病和蝙蝠溶血病毒
What is rabies and bat lyssavirus? Rabies and Australian bat lyssavirus are viruses that spread through bites or scratches from infected animals. These viruses cause a disease called rabies. Rabies affects the central nervous system and is fatal. It causes paralysis, delirium, convulsions and death. The rabies virus does not...