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Health checks, screenings and tests

Learn about the different health checks, screenings and tests that are available and at what time in your life you should have them.

Manage your health in your 40s

Be aware of the health conditions that affect people in their 40s. Learn how to reduce your risks and manage your health at this stage of life.

Manage your health in your 70s and older

If you are 70 or older, you should be aware of common health conditions and their signs. Learn some ways to help manage your health as you age.

Manage your health in your 60s

If you are in your 60s, you should be aware of some common health conditions. Find out their symptoms, how to prevent them and stay healthy.

Manage your health in your 50s

Be aware of the health conditions that can affect people in their 50s. Learn how to reduce your risks and manage your health at this stage of life.

Health checks for women

A guide to routine health checks and tests for women, including mammogram, bowel cancer screening, blood pressure and more.

Your baby and the first few weeks

Bringing your baby home can be overwhelming, especially for new parents. Discover health checks and support services to help during those early weeks.

What to expect from a physical examination by your doctor

A doctor may need to examine your body to help them diagnose an injury or illness. Read more about your rights and your doctor’s responsibilities.

Men's health

Men can improve their health with ways such as eating enough fruit and vegetables, maintaining a healthy weight and staying safe at work. Learn more.

Should I be tested for heart disease?

Understanding heart disease risk can help you reduce your risk and protect your heart. Find out more about heart disease risk and heart disease tests.

BMI calculator

Do you know how being overweight can affect your wellbeing? Estimate whether your weight is healthy by using the healthdirect BMI calculator to work out your BMI.

Coronary heart disease

Coronary heart disease (CHD), also known as 'coronary artery disease', causes angina and heart attacks. Learn how to reduce your risk of CHD.

How to feel calmer when having a cervical screening test

The cervical screening test only takes a few minutes every 5 years, but you may still feel unnerved. Here are ways to feel comfortable at your next test.

Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

A prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test can be used to test for prostate cancer. It can also be used to monitor prostate cancer

Mammography

A mammogram is a type of x-ray used to detect breast cancer. Read about having a mammogram, and when screening and diagnostic mammograms are done.

Urinary system

Your urinary system removes waste from your blood and makes and stores urine. It includes your kidneys and bladder. Learn how to keep it healthy.

Circulatory system

The circulatory system includes the blood, heart and blood vessels. It moves oxygen and nutrients around the body and removes carbon dioxide to help keep your body cells healthy.

Cervical screening test

A cervical screening test looks for the human papillomavirus (HPV). Regular screening helps to protect you from getting cervical cancer.

Cholesterol and lipid tests

Read about cholesterol (or lipid profile) blood tests, which look at cholesterol and other fats in your blood, and what the results mean.

Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Bowel cancer more commonly occurs in older people, while rates of the deadly disease in younger people are going up. But whatever your age, it's important to know the warning signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. Learn more here.

Breast checks to detect breast cancer

Your risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. Here’s how to recognise symptoms and detect it early.

Angina

Angina is chest pain or discomfort that usually comes on during physical activity. Here's how to recognise angina and what to do about it.

Healthy heart diet

Discover important strategies for a healthy heart diet. Learn what to eat, what to avoid and how you can maintain a healthy heart lifestyle.

Polyps

Polyps are growths on an organ in your body. Most are benign, but some may become malignant. Explore causes, diagnosis and prevention tips here.

Type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes can affect people of any age but is most often diagnosed in young people. Read about the symptoms and treatment for type 1 diabetes.

Kidney failure

Kidney failure (renal failure) is when your kidneys no longer work properly. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for kidney failure.

The role of a dermatologist

Dermatologists treat medical or cosmetic concerns for skin, hair, genitals and nails. Learn when you should see a dermatologist and if they are covered by Medicare.

Post menopause

Post-menopause begins 12 months after your last period. Learn more about what to expect after menopause and health conditions that become more common.

Family health history

Knowing your family medical history is important. It can guide you in making changes that will reduce your risk of developing a hereditary condition.

Should I be checked for skin cancer?

Anyone can develop skin cancer and the risks increase as you grow older. Read on to find out how you can get a skin check.

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Search results for: "Health checks"

Life stage

Health checks, screenings and tests

Manage your health in your 40s

Manage your health in your 70s and older

Manage your health in your 60s

Manage your health in your 50s

Health checks for women

Your baby and the first few weeks

What to expect from a physical examination by your doctor

Men's health

Should I be tested for heart disease?

BMI calculator

Coronary heart disease

How to feel calmer when having a cervical screening test

Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

Mammography

Urinary system

Circulatory system

Cervical screening test

Cholesterol and lipid tests

Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Breast checks to detect breast cancer

Angina

Healthy heart diet

Polyps

Type 1 diabetes

Kidney failure

The role of a dermatologist

Post menopause

Family health history

Should I be checked for skin cancer?

Life stage

Health checks, screenings and tests

Manage your health in your 40s

Manage your health in your 70s and older

Manage your health in your 60s

Manage your health in your 50s

Health checks for women

Your baby and the first few weeks

What to expect from a physical examination by your doctor

Men's health

Should I be tested for heart disease?

BMI calculator

Coronary heart disease

How to feel calmer when having a cervical screening test

Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

Mammography

Urinary system

Circulatory system

Cervical screening test

Cholesterol and lipid tests

Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Breast checks to detect breast cancer

Angina

Healthy heart diet

Polyps

Type 1 diabetes

Kidney failure

The role of a dermatologist

Post menopause

Family health history

Should I be checked for skin cancer?

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