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What Is Absolute Cardiovascular Risk?
Absolute cardiovascular risk estimates your overall chance of experiencing a cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack or stroke, over a set…
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Common Respiratory Illnesses in Adults – Symptoms and When to See a GP
Cough, sore throat, congestion, fever, wheeze and breathlessness can all point to several different respiratory illnesses. Several conditions cause overlapping symptoms, so…
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What Is a Spirometry Test? How It Works and What the Results Can Show
Spirometry is a lung-function test that measures how much air you can forcefully breathe out and how quickly you can exhale it.…
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Cardiology
Thyroid Problems – Symptoms, Tests and When to See a GP
Persistent fatigue, unexplained weight changes, feeling unusually hot or cold, or a racing heartbeat can have many possible causes. Thyroid problems are…
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Cardiology
What Is Cryotherapy for Skin Lesions? Procedure, Uses and Aftercare
A spot, growth or rough patch on your skin can raise questions, especially if it has changed recently or will not go…
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Cardiology
What Component of Food Causes an Allergic Reaction?
Most true food allergies happen when the immune system reacts to a protein in food, known as an allergen. Common examples include…
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Cardiology
Preventive Healthcare – Why Seeing Your GP Matters
Preventive healthcare focuses on reviewing health risks, screening needs, vaccinations and practical lifestyle priorities before they begin affecting everyday health. A GP…
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Cardiology
Cervical Screening Test – Is It the Same as a Pap Smear?
The Cervical Screening Test replaced the Pap smear in Australia, but the two tests are not the same. The old Pap smear…
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Cardiology
Childhood Asthma – Symptoms, Triggers and Treatment
A persistent cough, night-time wheezing, or breathlessness during play can be worrying for any parent. Childhood asthma is one possible cause, but…
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