Physical activity - how to get active when you are busyMonday, 1 Jan, 0001It’s so easy to put exercise and activity to the bottom of your long to-do list. But being active is …
Physical activity - it's importantMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Physical activity and exercise can have immediate and long-term health benefits. Most importantly, …
Physical activity - overcoming excusesMonday, 1 Jan, 0001We can all come up with lots of excuses to avoid exercise. Do you have an excuse for not being …
Physical activity - staying motivatedMonday, 1 Jan, 0001If exercise is another job on your never-ending list, chances are it won’t be sustainable. If you …
Physical activity – choosing the one for youMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Congratulations! You’ve decided to build physical activity into your daily life. The next step is to …
Physical activity – how to get startedMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Pre-exercise screening is used to identify people with medical conditions that may put them at a …
Physical activity – setting yourself goalsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Making any lifestyle change can be challenging Many people find that having a goal in mind gives …
Physical activity for menMonday, 1 Jan, 0001There is an increasing focus on the benefits of physical activity and encouraging the American …
Physical activity for seniorsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001The physical activity guidelines for Americans for Americans ages 65+ it is recommended that they …
Physical activity for womenMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Regular physical activity is vital for good physical and mental health. It helps improve your …
Physical disabilitiesMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Making the adjustment to life with limited mobility or motor control can be a difficult process. …
PiercingsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Body piercing is popular for both men and women. While it is often associated with young people, …
Pins and needlesMonday, 1 Jan, 0001‘Pins and needles’ (paresthesia) is a sensation of uncomfortable tingling, prickling, itching or …
PinwormsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001What are pinworms? The most common type of human worm infection in United States is pinworm. Other …
Pituitary tumourMonday, 1 Jan, 0001The endocrine system is made up of glands that secrete chemicals called hormones into the …
Pityriasis roseaMonday, 1 Jan, 0001rash caused by a virus It tends to be common in autumn and spring, and young adults - particularly …
Placebo effectMonday, 1 Jan, 0001What is the placebo effect? The placebo effect is when a person’s physical or mental health appears …
Placenta praeviaMonday, 1 Jan, 0001During pregnancy, the placenta provides the growing baby with oxygen and nutrients from the mother’s …
Placental abruptionMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Placental abruption means the placenta has detached (come away) from the wall of the uterus, either …
Planning for future aged care needsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001If you are getting older or looking after someone who is older, you may be thinking about getting …
Planning for future needsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001If you are caring for a child with a disability, by planning ahead and putting in place certain …
Planning where you want to dieMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Your values, beliefs and preferences for your end-of-life care are unique and important. You have …
Plaster careMonday, 1 Jan, 0001A broken bone is a common event. Given time and the right care, the bone is able to heal itself A …
Playgrounds and child safetyMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Play is an important part of a child’s development. Playing outside in the fresh air can be fun and …
PleurisyMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Each of your lungs is covered by a thin membrane called the visceral pleura. The inner wall of your …
Pneumococcal diseaseMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Pneumococcal disease refers to a range of illnesses that affect various parts of the body and are …
Pneumococcal disease – immunisationMonday, 1 Jan, 0001The infection can cause milder symptoms such as sinusitis or ear infections. More serious …
PneumoniaMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Pneumonia is a type of lung infection, caused by a virus or bacteria. The lungs are filled with …
Poisoning and child safetyMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Accidental poisoning is common, especially among toddlers aged between one and 3 years. Children …
Polio – immunisationMonday, 1 Jan, 0001, is a highly contagious viral infection, that can cause paralysis and death. The poliovirus is …
Polio and the late effects of polioMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Polio (referred to medically as poliomyelitis) is a serious disease caused by infection with any of …
Pollen allergiesMonday, 1 Jan, 0001What is pollen? Pollen is a powdery, granular substance in the flowers of trees, grasses and weeds …
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)Monday, 1 Jan, 0001What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? PCOS is a complex hormonal condition that affects about …
Polycythaemia veraMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Blood cells are created inside bone marrow, and the number of each type of blood cell is carefully …
Polymyalgia rheumaticaMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Typical symptoms include moderate-to-severe muscle pain and stiffness, particularly affecting the …
PolymyositisMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Polymyositis is a connective tissue disease that triggers inflammation and muscular weakness. The …
PolypsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001A polyp is a small protrusion of tissue that looks like a ball on the end of a slim stalk and can …
PorphyriaMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Porphyria is the umbrella term for a group of rare conditions that involve a molecule called ‘heme’ …
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV preventionMonday, 1 Jan, 0001PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis): dosage is usually 1 tablet taken daily (in some circumstances, a …
Post-school options for people with a disabilityMonday, 1 Jan, 0001The move from school to adult life presents young people with a disability with a whole new world of …
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)Monday, 1 Jan, 0001Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a set of reactions that can develop in people who have …
Postnatal exerciseMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Regular exercise has numerous health benefits, all of which apply equally to the new mother as at …
PostureMonday, 1 Jan, 0001If you want an example of good posture, just look at a young child – their back shows a graceful ‘S’ …
Prader-Willi syndromeMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects development and growth. It is thought …
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV preventionMonday, 1 Jan, 0001What is PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)? PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is an oral medication taken …
Pre-immunisation checklistMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Before you have a vaccination, your GP or immunisation provider will ask you a number of questions …
Pregnancy - antenatal checks of your babyMonday, 1 Jan, 0001These diagrams show the position of the baby and demonstrate the technique of ‘abdominal palpation’, …
Pregnancy - bleeding problemsMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Bleeding from the vagina in early pregnancy is very common. In fact, it is thought to happen in …
Pregnancy - medication, drugs and alcoholMonday, 1 Jan, 0001Many women take some kind of drug, substance or medication during pregnancy without realising that …
Pregnancy - morning sicknessMonday, 1 Jan, 0001What is morning sickness? Around half to two-thirds of all pregnant women will experience morning …