- Labels good news for allergy sufferers — read abstract
« New food label requirements have been released by the Australia New Zealand Food Authority (ANZFA) that aim to assist allergy sufferers and inform consumers what is in their food. »
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- Labour pain: water, massage and acupuncture "may work" — read abstract
« Immersion in water, acupuncture, relaxation and massage "may work" in relieving labour pain, Cochrane review finds. »
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- Lactose intolerance — read abstract
« Find out about the symptoms, tests and treatments for lactose intolerance. »
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- Lactose intolerance: dairy-free diet unnecessary — read abstract
« People concerned about lactose intolerance run the risk of poor bone health if they unnecessarily exclude all dairy foods from their diet, experts warn. »
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- Laparoscopy — read abstract
« Laparoscopy is a procedure that can be used to investigate and treat a variety of conditions. »
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- Larger meal deals mean more fat — read abstract
« Special `meal deals` at fast-food chains which allow people to upsize portions for a small extra cost could also be upsizing Australia`s waistline, nutrition experts have warned. »
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- Laser therapy — read abstract
« Laser therapy is used as a treatment for a wide range of skin and cosmetic conditions, including signs of ageing, tattoo removal and hair removal. »
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- Lasers — read abstract
« Lasers are devices that produce an intense beam of light and can be used in many forms of medical treatment. »
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- LASIK: laser eye surgery — read abstract
« What does it really feel like to have LASIK laser eye surgery? Read Katie`s story to find out. »
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- Latest HRT study findings flawed, say Australian experts — read abstract
« The latest results from the Women`s Health Initiative (WHI) study, showing that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) does not improve well-being, are flawed, Australian specialists say. »
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- Latin Seed weight loss product may be lethal — read abstract
« Weight loss product The Latin Seed has been recalled from sale in Australia after being found to contain potentially lethal yellow oleander seeds.
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- Left or right-brained? Check your mobile — read abstract
« Which side of the head you hold your mobile phone up to may indicate whether you are left or right-brained. »
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- Leg (knee to ankle) - superficial posterior view — read abstract
« View the calf muscles and achilles tendon in this illustration of the lower leg. »
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- Leg ache — read abstract
« One of the more serious causes of leg pain is intermittent claudication. Find out more about this condition. »
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- Leg cramps — read abstract
« Leg cramps, which usually affect the calf muscles, can be excruciatingly painful. Find out about the causes and treatments. »
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- Legionella risk at health spas — read abstract
« Spas and wellness centres ranked 11th in a list of possible sources of Legionnaires' disease and Legionella bacteria were found at 85 per cent of sites. »
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- Legionnaires' disease — read abstract
« Legionnaires' disease is a form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. Symptoms are similar to severe flu symptoms and include dry cough. »
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- Leptospirosis an additional hazard for adventure seekers — read abstract
« The recent growth of adventure and eco travel means that agricultural workers are no longer the only group in Australia at risk from leptospirosis. »
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- Leukaemia — read abstract
« Find out about leukaemia, including the different types, symptoms, causes and treatments. »
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- Leukotriene receptor antagonists for asthma treatment — read abstract
« Leukotriene receptor antagonists are a type of preventive medicine for asthma. They are available in tablet form, including chewable tablets for children. »
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- Lichen sclerosus — read abstract
« Lichen sclerosus is an uncommon cause of vulval itch that occurs mainly after the menopause, and can be treated with steroid creams. »
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- Lifeline's Stress Down Day — read abstract
« On Stress Down Day, participate in stress-reducing, fun activities at school or work and help Lifeline by raising funds. »
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- Lifespan after Alzheimer's diagnosis linked to age — read abstract
« A person`s lifespan after being diagnosed with Alzheimer`s disease depends on their age at diagnosis, US researchers say. »
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- Link between low birthweight and gestational diabetes — read abstract
« Women who were low-weight babies are most at risk of gestational diabetes in their first pregnancy, according to US research. »
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- Link between moulds and asthma strong — read abstract
« Moulds may play a bigger role than previously recognised in the severity of asthma, an international study shows.
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- Listeria risk in pregnancy — read abstract
« Listeria bacteria can cause serious problems during pregnancy, but there are steps you can take to avoid infection. »
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- Listeria-infected rockmelons spark warning — read abstract
« US listeria outbreak linked to rockmelons prompts WHO to warn that food-borne disease outbreaks are growing global threat. »
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- Liver — read abstract
« View this diagram of the liver and find out more about the functions of your liver. »
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- Liver and alcohol breakdown — read abstract
« Your liver is the main place in your body where alcohol is broken down. See what happens to the alcohol you drink. »
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- Liver biopsy — read abstract
« Find out what is involved when you have a liver biopsy, in which a small piece of liver tissue is removed to help doctors detect liver abnormalities. »
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- Liver biopsy not required for hepatitis B medicine — read abstract
« People with hepatitis B will no longer be required to undergo liver biopsy before receiving hepatitis B medicines as of November 2011. »
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- Liver cancer: symptoms — read abstract
« Cancer of the liver is a serious form of cancer. Find out about risk factors, symptoms and diagnosis. »
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- Liver cancer: treatment — read abstract
« Treatment of liver cancer depends on the type of tumour, the stage it has reached, and the general health of the person and their liver. »
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- Liver cancer: types — read abstract
« Liver cancer often occurs as a secondary form of cancer (metastases) that has spread from other parts of the body. Read about primary and secondary liver cancers and their risk factors. »
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- Liver cirrhosis — read abstract
« Cirrhosis of the liver, which may be caused by drinking too much alcohol, can affect the functioning of the entire body. »
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- Liver disease risk higher in overweight drinkers — read abstract
« The risk of liver disease may be increased among regular alcohol drinkers if they are also overweight. »
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- Liver function testing — read abstract
« Find out about the substances tested in liver function tests and how they can help determine the health of your liver. »
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- Long menstrual cycles may be diabetes risk — read abstract
« Women with highly irregular or long menstrual cycles face a significantly increased future risk for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus, new research suggests. »
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- Long QT syndrome — read abstract
« Find out about Long QT syndrome, and how an electrical problem in the heart can cause a very fast heart beat and sudden death. »
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- Long QT syndrome: the Foley family's story — read abstract
« Read about how the Foley family has coped with the huge impact that Long QT syndrome has had on their lives. »
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- Longevity in the genes, not the lifestyle — read abstract
« Genetics may protect against poor lifestyle choices when it comes to living a particularly long life, a study suggests. »
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- Low animal protein diet can prevent kidney stones — read abstract
« A diet low in animal protein and in salt can halve the risk of kidney stones, compared with the traditional low-calcium diet sometimes recommended, particularly in sufferers with a high urine calcium level. »
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- Low birth weight link to poor hearing — read abstract
« Low birth weight children are more than 7 times as likely to have impaired hearing than normal birth weight children. »
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- Low birthweight boys lose in the survival stakes — read abstract
« A US study of very low birthweight babies has found that male babies are more likely to require assistance directly after birth, and had a lower chance of survival than females. »
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- Low blood pressure — read abstract
« Low blood pressure, or hypotension, generally refers to blood pressure below an average of 100/60 mmHg Find out what causes low blood pressure and what the treatment is. »
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- Low sperm count linked to saturated fat — read abstract
« Eating too much saturated fat can affect the number and quality of sperm, research finds. »
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- Low-birth-weight babies — read abstract
« Babies are considered of low birth weight if they weigh less than 2500 g at birth. Low birth weight is associated with an increased risk of disabilities. »
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- Low-carb diets not suitable for most people — read abstract
« Low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets are inappropriate for most people who wish to lose weight, a leading Australian obesity researcher says in light of a recent review. »
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- Low-fat diet fails for weight loss maintenance — read abstract
« Low-glycaemic index (GI) diets may be preferable to a low-fat diet for those trying to achieve lasting weight loss. »
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- Low-fat milk reduces breast cancer risk — read abstract
« Drinking low-fat or skim milk may protect premenopausal women against breast cancer, according to the US Nurses` Health Study. »
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- Low-fat milk warnings — read abstract
« Low-fat milk, soy milk and rice milk now have to carry labelling warnings saying they are unsuitable for children under the age of 2 years. »
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- Lower blood pressure by getting up — read abstract
« Breaking up prolonged sitting with activity breaks may lower blood pressure. »
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- Lung cancer: causes and symptoms — read abstract
« Lung cancer has a number of known and proven risk factors. Find out the causes and the symptoms of lung cancer. »
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- Lung cancer: diagnosis — read abstract
« A number of tests to are used to confirm the diagnosis of lung cancer and develop a treatment plan. »
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- Lung cancer: early detection is the key — read abstract
« Lung cancer is Australia`s biggest cancer killer: early detection and diagnosis is the key to survival. »
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- Lung cancer: fast facts — read abstract
« Find out about lung cancer: what it is, what causes it, and how it is treated. »
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- Lung cancer: some sobering facts — read abstract
« Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer in Australia. »
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- Lung cancer: statistics — read abstract
« View statistics for lung cancer diagnosis in males and females in Australia. »
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- Lung cancer: treatment — read abstract
« The main treatments for lung cancer are surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy (X-ray treatment). Also people may have a thoracentesis (pleural tap) or pleurodesis. »
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- Lung cancer: what is it? — read abstract
« Lung cancer is a malignant tumour in the tissue of one or both of the lungs. »
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- Lung cancer: what you need to know — read abstract
« Lung cancer is the biggest cancer killer in Australia: find out more about it here. »
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- Lung function testing in children — read abstract
« Lung function tests are done for a variety of reasons in children. Find out about the available tests, including spirometry and peak flow measurement. »
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- Lung function tests — read abstract
« Learn how to prepare for a lung function test, and find out why lung function tests are useful management tools for people with asthma. »
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- Lung test may predict chance of survival — read abstract
« A test that measures the amount of air a person can forcefully breathe out in one second, called FEV1, can predict one�s chance of long-term survival, according to a September 2000 report. »
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- Lung transplant deaths linked to traffic pollution — read abstract
« Lung transplant patients who live near a main road are twice as likely to die from organ rejection as other lung transplant patients, a study shows.
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- Lungs and breathing — read abstract
« The lungs are the largest organ of the respiratory system. View our diagram of their structure. »
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- Lyme disease — read abstract
« Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness. Find out about the symptoms of Lyme disease, diagnosis, tests and treatment. »
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- Lymphatic system — read abstract
« The lymphatic system serves as one of the body's defences against infection. »
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- Lymphoedema — read abstract
« Lymphoedema is a condition that causes swelling, usually of the legs or arms. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments. »
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- Lymphoedema handbook launched — read abstract
« Lymphoedema Awareness Week 2002 has been organised to draw attention to the need for early detection and effective treatment of lymphoedema, a swelling of the limbs due to a malfunctioning lymphatic system. »
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- Lymphoedema stories: people managing the challenge — read abstract
« How three people manage the challenge of lymphoedema. »
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- Lymphoma — read abstract
« Find out more about lymphoma, which is cancer of the lymphatic system and the sixth most common form of cancer in Australia. »
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