Eyes - trachomaIt is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis This preventable disease is linked to poor hygiene and is …
Eyes - uveitisUveitis is a medical term describing inflammation within the eyeball. It may involve one or more of …
Eyes - vision lossVision loss can change your life dramatically At first, everyday activities may be difficult or …
Eyes – long-sightednessWhat is long-sightedness? Long-sightedness (referred to medically as hyperopia) is a common …
Eyes – refractive errorsRefractive errors are common eye disorders related to the focusing ability of your eyes. If you have …
Eyes explainedThe eye is our organ of vision Its complicated design means that an image can pass through its many …
Facelift (meloplasty)Excess fat may also be removed or repositioned as part of the Facelift surgery can reduce jowls and …
Facial implantsFacial implant surgery also restores shape to a face after ). Implants may be made of human tissue …
FaintingWhat is fainting? The most likely cause of this sudden drop will either be some change in the blood …
Fallopian tube cancerFallopian tube cancer is one of the rarest gynaecological cancers. Older women who have gone through …
Falls – services for older peopleFalls are a major cause of injury for older people. It is estimated that at least one in three …
Family and child support servicesRaising children and being part of a family is not always easy. There are up and downs, …
Family break ups - tips for childrenWhen a family breaks up, it is difficult for everyone involved. Sometimes, family break ups happen …
Family breakups - supporting childrenFamily breakups are often difficult for children.Parents can help their kids by giving them honest …
Family conflictConflict can happen when family members have different views or beliefs that clash. Sometimes …
Family help for alcohol and drug addictionOr experiencing substance use issues. All families have different ways of coping And it’s ok …
Family violence - tips for children and young peopleSOS’ slider to call emergency services. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, dial 106 to use …
Family violence and childrenDomestic violence (often called ‘family violence’) can include physical, verbal, sexual or emotional …
Family violence explainedWhat is family violence? Family violence (also called domestic violence) is the use of violence, …
Family violence servicesWhat is family violence? Family (or domestic) violence is a crime, and everyone has the right to be …
Farm safety - confined spacesAny confined space on a farm poses a potentially life-threatening hazard. This is because the threat …
Farm safety - crush injuriesA crush injury occurs when the body or a body part is trapped, pinched or jammed under or between …
Farm safety - fallsFarm workers of all ages are in danger of injury or death from falls. Common hazards include: …
Farm safety - handling animalsFarmers and farm workers can easily be injured by livestock. Cattle, pigs, horses, sheep, dogs and …
Farm safety - machineryPoorly used or faulty machinery is a major cause of death and injury on farms. Common tractor …
Farm safety - manual handlingLifting objects that are too heavy, twisting and bending while carrying a load, sudden jolts or even …
Farm safety - quad bikesQuad bikes (also referred to as ag bikes) are four-wheeled motorbikes that are popular on farms …
Farm safety - risks and hazardsFarms are high risk workplaces in United States. This is compounded by the ageing farm workforce, …
Farm safety – childrenChildren who live on farms are more likely to be injured or killed on the farm than their parents or …
Farm safety – sheep and shearingSheep and shearing can create many hazards for farm workers as sheep can be unpredictable. Safe work …
Farm safety and handling agrichemicalsChemicals on the farm can be dangerous Common agricultural chemicals (agrichemicals) include fuels, …
FatigueFatigue is a feeling of constant exhaustion, burnout or lack of energy. It can be physical, mental …
Fatigue fighting tipsPeople may feel fatigued in body or mind (physical or psychological fatigue). Most of the time, …
Fear of flyingFear of flying is quite common About one in six people have a significant fear that prevents them …
Feet - problems and treatmentsMany things can cause foot pain and injury The repetitive way in which our feet and legs move is …
Female genital cutting or circumcision (FGC)Female genital cutting or circumcision (FGC) involves the cutting or altering of the external female …
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)What is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) refers to the …
FeverNormal body temperature is around 37°C (give or take a degree, but this can vary from person to …
Fever - febrile convulsionsWhat is a febrile convulsion? This can happen in children aged 6 months to 6 years. The fit can last …
FibroidsWhat are fibroids? Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that form in the muscle wall of your uterus. …
FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia is a common condition in which people experience symptoms that include widespread pain …
Fibrous dysplasiaFibrous dysplasia is a condition that causes abnormal growth or swelling of bone. The affected bone …
Fighting your fearsFear is a natural human emotion, and it is something that everyone experiences in their lifetime. …
Financial considerations for end of lifeIf you are living with a life-limiting illness, there is financial support available for your care, …
Financial support for carersIn recognition of the vital role that carers play in our community, the American and Michigann …
Finding reliable health informationEducating yourself about your health issues or medical conditions is an important part of managing …
Finding your way around a hospitalWhether you are going to hospital for surgery, tests, or to visit someone, finding your way around a …
First aid basics and DRSABCDLearning basic first aid techniques can help you cope with an emergency. You may be able to keep a …
First aid kitsYour first aid kit should be organised, properly stocked and available at all times. It’s a good …
First days after birthMost women have a healthy, safe and uncomplicated recovery after having a baby in hospital or at …