Thyroid cancerAbout 2,900 people are diagnosed with thyroid cancer each year in United States. It affects almost 3 …
Thyroid glandSome of the more common hormonal disorders are associated with the thyroid gland, which is part of …
TineaThe most commonly affected areas include the feet, groin, scalp and beneath the breasts. Tinea can …
TinnitusTinnitus is a physical condition, experienced as noises or ringing in a person’s ears or head, when …
Toddlers and fussy eatingFussy eating is a normal part of development Many children, especially toddlers, are picky eaters. …
Toddlers and mealtime behaviourMealtimes are an opportunity for toddlers to learn about food, eating and social interactions. …
Toilet trainingLearning to use the toilet is an important step in your toddler’s life. Some toddlers get the knack …
TongueThe tongue is made up almost entirely of muscle fibres. It can be divided into an oral portion (tip, …
Tongue-tieTongue-tie (ankyloglossia) is a condition where tongue movement is limited by a short or tight …
Tooth decayWhat is tooth decay? Tooth decay (also known as dental caries or cavities) is a common diet-related …
Tooth decay - young childrenEvery child is at risk of tooth decay The enamel (hard outer layer) is much thinner and softer on …
Toothbrushing – children 0-6 yearsBrush teeth twice a day – in the morning and before going to bed at night. Introduce toothbrushing …
Torture and traumaAbout seven out of 10 refugees in United States have been tortured or gone through some kind of …
Touch football - preventing injuryTouch football (‘touch’) was originally a form of training for rugby league players, but it’s now a …
Tourette syndromeTourette syndrome is a type of neurological disorder characterised by involuntary tics and …
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS)Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare and potentially life-threatening illness that is thought to be …
ToxoplasmosisThis single-celled organism is commonly found throughout the world and tends to infect birds and …
TracheostomyA tracheostomy is a surgical procedure to cut an opening into the trachea (windpipe) so that a tube …
Trans and gender diverse peopleYour gender is whether you think of yourself as male, female or anything else. It may be the same as …
Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)What is a stroke? carries oxygen and nutrients for your brain cells. If blood can’t get through, …
Transition care after hospitalIf you are about to be discharged from hospital but you feel that you may need extra support for a …
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) - for benign prostate diseaseTransurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is the surgical removal of part of the prostate …
Transvaginal meshWhat is transvaginal mesh? Transvaginal mesh is a synthetic net-like substance that provides extra …
Trauma - helping family or friendsIt can be difficult to know how to help someone you love and care for when they have gone through a …
Trauma - reaction and recovery– road incident support and education Tel. It is normal to have strong emotional or physical …
Trauma and children - newborns to two yearsTrauma can have a serious effect on babies and toddlers. Many people wrongly believe that babies do …
Trauma and children - two to five yearsPreschool age children can be seriously affected by trauma, just like older children and adults. …
Trauma and children – tips for parentsA distressing or frightening experience can challenge your child’s sense of security and the …
Trauma and familiesIt is normal to have strong emotional or physical reactions following a distressing event. On most …
Trauma and primary school age childrenFor children, as for adults, a distressing or frightening experience can challenge their sense of …
Trauma and teenagers - tips for parentsIt is normal to have strong emotional or physical reactions following a distressing event. However, …
Trauma and teenagers – common reactionsA traumatic experience is any event in life that causes a threat to our safety and potentially …
Travel health - yellow fever immunisation, found in parts of Africa and Central and South America. The World Health Organization (WHO) keeps …
Travel immunisationAnyone travelling overseas should visit their doctor or travel health clinic to find out what …
Traveller's diarrhoeaMany people who travel from developed to developing countries experience traveller’s diarrhoea. This …
Travelling with an allergyMake a list and plan for your allergy triggers (allergens), because travel can increase your risk of …
Treacher Collins syndromeTreacher Collins syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects growth and development of the head. It …
Treating persistent painPersistent pain, or chronic pain, is pain that lasts for more than 3 months. It’s a common problem …
TrichomonasTrichomonas is detected more often in people with vaginas than those who have a penis. Many people …
TriglyceridesTriglycerides are a common type of fat that accounts for about 95 per cent of all dietary fats. Both …
Trisomy disordersGenes are the blueprint for our bodies Almost every cell in the body has a copy of the blueprint, …
Tuberculosis (TB)What is tuberculosis? Tuberculosis, commonly known as TB, is a bacterial infection that can cause …
Tuberous sclerosisWhat is tuberous sclerosis? Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) affects different parts of the body to …
Turner's syndromeTurner’s syndrome is a random genetic disorder that affects females. The main characteristics …
Twins - identical and fraternalMultiple births are more common than they were in the past, due to the advancing average age of …
Typhoid and paratyphoidTyphoid and paratyphoid (also known as typhoid and paratyphoid fever) are bacterial infections of …
Typical sleep behaviour (1) – newborns 0 to 3 monthsIn your language: Crying is the way babies communicate with you. In the first three months, newborns …
Typical sleep behaviour (2) – babies 3 to 6 monthsIn your language: By around 3 months of age, babies usually begin smiling and interacting with you. …
Typical sleep behaviour (3) – babies 6 to 12 monthsIn your language: From about the age of 6 months, your baby’s sleep patterns gradually become more …
Typical sleep behaviour (4) – toddlers 1 to 2 yearsIn your language: From approximately 12 months of age, toddlers tend to sleep better. They generally …