Borderline personality disorder (BPD)

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) affects thoughts and behaviours, making it difficult to cope. Explore symptoms, treatment and diagnosis.

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A self-test is making cervical screening even easier

A ‘self-collection’ cervical screening test is now available, meaning females have another testing option.

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Scleroderma

Scleroderma is an autoimmune condition. Learn more about the types of scleroderma and the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for scleroderma.

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Scoliosis

Scoliosis is the term given to an abnormal curve of your spine. Learn more about scoliosis causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options

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Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)

People with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) have inflated self-image and disregard for others. Learn about NPD meaning, symptoms and treatment.

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Adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a condition that affects the uterus and can cause heavy periods. Learn more about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Quick read: What to do if you have COVID

If you have no symptoms or mild symptoms, these are the steps you need to take and what you should do when you test positive to COVID.

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Quick read: When and how to get a test

You should get tested if you have any COVID-19 symptoms, even if they’re mild. Here's what you need to know about PCR tests and rapid antigen tests (RATs).

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Self-harm

Self-harm can involve cutting the skin, alcohol misuse or an eating disorder, and is often a way of coping with low self-esteem or trauma.

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Catheter problems

A catheter is a tube inserted into the bladder. It may be needed temporarily or permanently. Find out more about catheter problems such as leaking and blockages.

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Self-esteem and mental health

Self-esteem is your opinion of yourself. Find out the signs of low self-esteem and what you can do to improve your self-esteem and mental health.

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Self-talk

Self-talk is your inner voice. It's part of your stream of consciousness, allowing you to process and understand what's going on around you.

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Eating disorders and body image

An estimated 1 million Australians experience a type of eating or body image disorder. But treatment is available to help them lead healthier lives.

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Tailbone (coccyx) pain and injury

Tailbone (coccyx) pain and injury can happen if you fall or sit on hard surfaces. Learn to manage your pain with self care and when to see your doctor.

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Whiplash

Whiplash is an injury to the neck. Find out about its causes, diagnosis and treatment.

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Learning disabilities

Learning disabilities affect how you learn in a specific area (e.g. reading or maths). Find out more about dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia here.

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects people of all ages. Find out about ADHD symptoms and how ADHD is diagnosed and treated.

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Eating disorders

An eating disorder is a mental health condition. It involves an unhealthy relationship with food. Find out about the different eating disorders here.

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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.

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Bartholin’s cysts

Bartholin's cysts can develop if the ducts of the Bartholin's glands, found inside the vagina, become blocked. Learn about the causes and treatment.

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HIV infection and AIDS

People with HIV are unlikely to transmit the virus or develop AIDS if they get effective treatment. Learn about HIV prevention, testing and treatment.

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Avoidant personality disorder

People with avoidant personality disorder appear shy and timid. They avoid people and situations because they fear negative judgement by others.

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Hot flushes due to menopause

Hot flushes are a normal symptom of menopause. If they impact daily activities or sleep, diagnosis and treatment is available through your doctor.

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Quick read: How and where to isolate

If you’re self-isolating because you have COVID-19 or are a close contact, you can’t leave your home. Here are the dos and don’ts of isolation and recovering from COVID-19 safely at home.

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Psychosis

Psychosis may be caused or triggered by certain mental illnesses and/or drug use in vulnerable people. Find out more about causes and treatments

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Feeling worthless

Low self-esteem or feelings of worthlessness can happen to anyone. Learn more about what to do if you are feeling worthless, and where to get support.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a range of conditions caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Learn more about FASD here.

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Sore throat (pharyngitis)

Pharyngitis is a symptom of a bacterial or viral infection and common with a cold or flu. Learn how to care for a sore throat and when to see a doctor.

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Irritability and feeling on edge

Occasional irritability is normal. If you feel irritable or on edge all the time, it may be a symptom of a physical or mental health disorder.

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Quick read: Support for people with COVID

There are many support services which can deliver medicines and groceries to your home. You can also access mental health support. Find out what's available to you.

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