- Tai chi - the martial art of a good night's sleep — read abstract
« A study has found that Tai Chi Chih improved sleep quality in older people who previously experienced moderate sleep complaints. »
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- Tai Chi improves psychological well-being — read abstract
« People may be able to improve their psychological well-being by taking up the ancient art of Tai Chi. »
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- Takeaway food — read abstract
« In the average household, 8 per cent of the food budget is spent on takeaway food. And the trend could be increasing. »
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- Tamoxifen shows potential in preventing breast cancer — read abstract
« A worldwide review of the use of tamoxifen in breast cancer prevention trials clearly overwrites the mixed results of earlier studies: tamoxifen does reduce breast cancer in women at high risk for developing oestrogen-positive breast cancer. »
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- Tap water better for teeth, say Australian dentists — read abstract
« Dentists fear that children and teenagers are inadvertently cutting fluoride from their diet by replacing tap water with bottled and filtered varieties. »
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- Taste less sensitive in obese kids — read abstract
« Obese children and adolescents are less sensitive to tastes than their normal-weight counterparts. »
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- Tattoo parties raise risk of hepatitis — read abstract
« Backyard tattooing and tattoo parties with equipment bought on the Internet are putting teens at risk of blood-borne viruses such as hepatitis C. »
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- Tattoo safety concerns after rare skin infection — read abstract
« A rare skin infection that occurred as a result of tattooing has raised safety concerns. »
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- Tea tree allergy — read abstract
« US doctors have reported the case of a 38-year-old man who developed acute anaphylaxis (a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction) to topically applied Australian tea tree oil. »
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- Tea tree oil treats athlete's foot — read abstract
« Tea tree oil is an effective cure for athlete`s foot, an Australian study has confirmed. »
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- Tears — read abstract
« Tears are important for protecting, lubricating and cleaning the eyes; common problems are a watery eye due to a blocked tear duct, and dry eye due to reduced tear production. »
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- Teaspoon guide to applying sunscreen — read abstract
« A helpful guide to how much sunscreen to apply measured in teaspoonfuls. »
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- Teen pregnancy: telling it like it is — read abstract
« An article in the most recent issue of the Medical Journal of Australia (MJA) reports that Australia has the 6th highest teenage pregnancy rate and one of the highest teenage abortion rates among OECD countries. »
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- Teen smokers get hooked at 14 — read abstract
« Fourteen years of age is when most teens who experiment with smoking shift to becoming established smokers. »
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- Teenage girls' diets inadequate — read abstract
« Australian research shows teenage girls are more likely than teenage boys to have a diet deficient in micronutrients. »
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- Teenagers and driving — read abstract
« Why adolescence and driving do not always mix. Find out the factors that make teenage driver road accidents more likely. »
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- Teenagers are sleepy, not lazy — read abstract
« Teenagers who sleep late on weekends are not actually lazy. They are just catching up on lost sleep, according to US research. »
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- Teens with more screen time have poorer relationships — read abstract
« Teenagers who spend a lot of time watching television or using computers have poorer inter-personal relationships, research confirms. »
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- Teeth whitening scores black marks — read abstract
« Having your teeth bleached with the assistance of optical radiation (bleaching lamps) may be damaging your eyes and skin. »
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- Teething — read abstract
« Most children will get their first tooth between the age of 5 and 9 months. »
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- Teething problems — read abstract
« The discomfort of teething, or erupting teeth, is experienced by all babies and begins at around 6 months. »
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- Temperatures and febrile convulsions in children — read abstract
« A raised temperature (fever) is a common event in childhood, but there are some steps that can help. »
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- Temporomandibular joint disorders — read abstract
« Find out more about temporomandibular disorders, or TMJ disorders, which cause dull, aching pain in the jaw. »
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- Ten habits for healthy living — read abstract
« People who achieve and enjoy life the most share 10 simple habits. »
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- Tennis elbow — read abstract
« Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a condition where the outside portion of the elbow becomes painful. »
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- Tennis elbow cures: jury still out — read abstract
« A review of treatments for tennis elbow shows acupuncture might provide temporary relief. »
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- TENS - transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation — read abstract
« TENS (trancutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) is a treatment that uses low voltage electrical currents to relieve pain. »
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- Test closer for early detection of osteoarthritis — read abstract
« A simple test for early detection of people susceptible to osteoarthritis may be a step closer following a mother and daughter study. »
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- Test tube eyes pave way for artificial human eyes — read abstract
« The successful culture of new tadpole eyes in the laboratory by a Japanese embryologist may have brought us one step closer to growing human organs in culture. »
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- Testicular cancer — read abstract
« Find out about the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for testicular cancer. »
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- Testicular cancer: long-term marijuana use may increase the... — read abstract
« Regular and long-term use of marijuana may be associated with increased risk of testicular cancer, research indicates. »
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- Testicular self-examination (TSE) — read abstract
« Testicular self-examination (TSE) involves being familiar with how your testicles usually feel so that any changes can be detected early. »
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- Tetanus — read abstract
« Tetanus is a dangerous infection that is easily prevented by keeping your vaccination up to date. »
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- TGA bans six over-the-counter products — read abstract
« Six over-the-counter medications, including a slimming product, have been banned by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. »
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- TGA issues voluntary recall of kava medicines — read abstract
« The TGA has issued a voluntary recall of all kava-containing complementary medicines after the death of an Australian woman. »
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- TGA warns against homeopathic meningococcal vaccines — read abstract
« The Therapeutic Goods Administration has warned against using homeopathic meningococcal vaccines. »
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- The benefits for your heart of a good sleep — read abstract
« Long-term sleep deprivation may increase the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), a large US study shows. »
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- The brain patterns of 'hearing voices' revealed — read abstract
« Researchers at the Mental Health Institute of Victoria have found a pattern of brain activity in people with schizophrenia who are hearing voices that is similar to the pattern of brain activity observed in people without schizophrenia who are listening t »
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- The prostate — read abstract
« Find out all about the prostate, the small gland that causes health problems for many men. »
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- The right fats may help fight Alzheimer's — read abstract
« A high intake of vegetable fats and unsaturated fats appears to protect against Alzheimer`s disease, but supplemental vitamins appear to have no protective effect, 2 US studies show. »
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- The science of gene technology — read abstract
« Gene technology is indispensible to our health and wellbeing. »
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- Thongs considered healthy footwear for kids — read abstract
« Thongs may actually be healthy footwear for children for short periods, academics say. »
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- Threadworms (pinworms) — read abstract
« Threadworms do not go away by themselves, so they must be treated in order to eradicate them. »
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- Thrush — read abstract
« Thrush is an infection with a yeast (fungus) Candida albicans, typically in the vagina or mouth. »
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- Thyroid disease in children — read abstract
« Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatment of thyroid disease in children. »
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- Thyroid disease is a risk factor for glaucoma — read abstract
« Thyroid disease is an independent risk factor for glaucoma, new information from the Blue Mountains Eye Study suggests. »
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- Thyroid eye disease — read abstract
« Thyroid eye disease occurs in people with thyroid disease and is characterised by inflammation, swelling and eventual scarring. »
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- Thyroid gland — read abstract
« The thyroid gland is situated in the front of the neck and makes a hormone (thyroxine) which affects the body`s metabolic rate. »
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- Thyroid gland and thyroid hormones — read abstract
« Take a look at this picture of the thyroid gland and find out what your thyroid does and the hormones it produces. »
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- Thyroid gland disorders — read abstract
« The average person knows little about the detrimental affects of thyroid disorders upon health and this can be very discouraging. »
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- Thyroid nodules — read abstract
« Thyroid nodules are fluid-filled or solid lumps that develop within the thyroid gland. Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of thyroid nodules. »
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- TIA: transient ischaemic attack — read abstract
« Transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs) happen when there is a lack of oxygen getting to the brain, usually due to poor blood supply from narrowed arteries. »
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- Tibialis posterior tendon injury — read abstract
« Find out all about tibialis posterior tendon injury, which typically occurs in middle-aged women after twisting the ankle. »
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- Tick removal — read abstract
« FInd out how to remove ticks and avoid tick-related illnesses. »
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- Tight fit causes vulval itch — read abstract
« Vulval itch often has strong links with intimate fashions and hygiene routines, according to a study by a Sydney gynaecologist. »
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- Tinnitus — read abstract
« Tinnitus is ringing or other noise in the ear(s) or head. Find out about the causes and treatments for this common problem. »
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- Toddler injury risk from baby bottles — read abstract
« Toddlers are injured by their bottles, training cups and dummies at surprisingly high rates, a study shows. »
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- Toddlers: excess TV viewing linked to violent behaviour — read abstract
« US experts have linked aggressive behaviour to higher levels of TV exposure. »
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- Toenail fungal infections (onychomycosis) — read abstract
« Unsightly toenails may be due to the nail being infected by a fungus, a condition called onychomycosis. »
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- Toenail problems — read abstract
« Because they are so far away from our heart, our feet are often the first part of the body to show something is wrong with the way blood circulates in our body. »
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- Toilets: male and female equally contaminated — read abstract
« Bowel bacteria are common on surfaces in both ladies' and gents' public toilets, a study shows. »
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- Tomato ingredient lycopene lowers cholesterol and blood... — read abstract
« Lycopene, a substance found in tomatoes and other red fruits, can lower cholesterol and reduce blood pressure when taken in high doses, a study shows. »
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- Tomato-rich diet reduces risk of stroke — read abstract
« Eating tomatoes could reduce risk of stroke, study finds. High levels of serum lycopene reduced risk of stroke. »
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- Tongue piercing may cause dental problems — read abstract
« Continual pushing of a tongue stud against the upper front teeth causes gap between the teeth in a woman with a tongue piercing. »
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- Tongue piercings are a mouthful of trouble — read abstract
« People who have had their tongues pierced with a barbell for more than 2 years are prone to receding gums and chipped teeth, US researchers say. »
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- Tonsillitis — read abstract
« Tonsillitis is common in children but anyone can catch it. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment for tonsillitis. »
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- Tooth anatomy — read abstract
« View this image of the structure of a normal tooth and see what s underneath the enamel of your teeth. »
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- Tooth brushing helps fight heart disease — read abstract
« Encouraging good oral hygiene may have the added benefit of reducing the risk of death from cardiovascular (heart) disease. »
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- Toothache — read abstract
« The pain of toothache is caused by the exposure of tooth nerve endings. »
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- Toothache: self-care — read abstract
« Toothache is usually caused by dental decay. Sometimes pain and swelling in the jaw can be a sign of a tooth infection or abscess. Find out what products are available for toothache. »
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- Toxaemia of pregnancy — read abstract
« Pre-eclampsia, also known as pre-eclamptic toxaemia, or just toxaemia, occurs in pregnancy, causing problems for the baby and mother. »
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- Toxic cocktail warning for tourists — read abstract
« Drinking toxic cocktails in South-East Asian holiday destinations can result in methanol poisoning which can cause severe vision loss and death. »
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- Toxic shock syndrome — read abstract
« Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but serious illness caused by some types of the bacterium Staphylococcus and often associated with tampon use. »
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- Training programmes for young males putting female athletes... — read abstract
« Training programmes based on research in young men may be contributing to a growing number of injuries among female athletes. »
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- Travel medical kit checklist — read abstract
« Stay safe when you are travelling with this checklist of handy health supplies. »
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- Travel sickness self-care — read abstract
« Travel or motion sickness may occur in any type of moving vehicle, such as a car, boat or plane. Find out what products are available for travel sickness. »
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- Travel tips for overseas trips — read abstract
« Some quick tips for staying safe overseas, including information on hepatitis, mosquito-borne diseases, malaria, insects, animal bites and where to get medical information. »
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- Travel vaccinations — read abstract
« Travel immunisations are important in pre-trip planning to certain countries. Vaccinations that travellers may need include tetanus and diphtheria, hepatitis A and B, and typhoid vaccinations. »
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- Travellers with special needs — read abstract
« Some travellers, such as people with chronic illnesses, including diabetes and HIV infection, older people, pregnant women and people with disabilities, may need to take special precautions to ensure a happy and healthy holiday. »
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- Travellers' diarrhoea — read abstract
« Contaminated food and drink are the major sources of stomach or intestinal illness while travelling. »
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- Travellers' diarrhoea prevented by cows milk extract — read abstract
« Bovine colostrum tablets (Travelan) protect against certain bacteria that can cause traveller's diarrhoea, a study shows. »
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- Travellers' diarrhoea prevention — read abstract
« Travellers` diarrhoea is a common problem. Find out rules to follow for food and drink and what to do if you get an attack of diarrhoea while on an overseas trip. »
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- Travelling and medical documentation — read abstract
« Older travellers, pregnant women, people with a chronic condition and those taking prescription medicines may need to carry documentation of their medical requirements. »
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- Treating synovitis: study shows normal wrist activity OK — read abstract
« Immobilising the wrist after an injection (into the joint) of glucocorticoid to treat synovitis is no better than continuing normal activity after the injection, Swedish researchers have shown. »
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- Tricyclic antidepressants — read abstract
« Tricyclic antidepressants can treat depression, anxiety disorders and chronic pain. Find out about their side effects and how they work. »
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- Trigeminal neuralgia — read abstract
« Trigeminal neuralgia is a disorder that causes episodes of intense facial pain. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments. »
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- Triglycerides — read abstract
« Find out about triglycerides, a type of fat found in your blood.
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- Try methadone first to quit heroin, says expert — read abstract
« Most heroin users who want to quit should try methadone or buprenorphine first, with naltrexone a second option, according to Australian research. »
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- Tuberculosis — read abstract
« Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the germ Mycobacterium tuberculosis. »
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- Tuberculosis Q and A — read abstract
« Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious, potentially fatal, infection that most commonly affects the lungs. »
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- Tuberous sclerosis — read abstract
« Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disorder that causes tuber-like growths in the brain and other vital organs. Some people are mildly affected. »
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- Tuberous sclerosis: genetics — read abstract
« Tuberous sclerosis is an hereditary disease carried by a dominant gene. »
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- Tuberous sclerosis: signs and symptoms — read abstract
« The genetic changes that cause Tuberous Sclerosis can lead to signs of TSC in many different organs of the body. This section proviudes in-depth information about the different signs and symptoms of TSC. »
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- TV time linked with depression in women — read abstract
« Women who watched TV for 21 hours or more per week had 13 per cent higher risk of depression than those who watched less than an hour, a study has found. »
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- TV viewing cuts life expectancy — read abstract
« Every hour spent watching television may shorten your life by 22 minutes, Australian researchers say. »
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- TV viewing time linked to Australia's obesity epidemic — read abstract
« Australia has an obesity epidemic and it has been strongly linked to how much time people spend watching television. »
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- Type 1 diabetes — read abstract
« Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas and destroys them. »
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- Type 1 diabetes and car accident risk — read abstract
« Overseas researchers have advised all people with type I diabetes to check their blood glucose before driving and during breaks in longer trips, after their study found the condition was linked to an increased risk of car accidents. »
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- Type 1 diabetes: FAQs — read abstract
« Type 1 diabetes FAQs such as can you catch it, can you reduce the risk of getting it, etc. »
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- Type 2 diabetes — read abstract
« Type 2 diabetes usually begins with insulin resistance and often goes hand in hand with obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. »
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- Type 2 diabetes and obesity go hand in hand — read abstract
« People with type 2 diabetes were significantly more likely to be either overweight or obese than the general population according to new Australian statistics. »
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- Type 2 diabetes costs Australia $3 billion a year — read abstract
« Type 2 diabetes is costing an average of nearly $11,000 a year for each sufferer in Australia, according to DiabCost Australia. »
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- Type 2 diabetes on the rise in indigenous children — read abstract
« Type II diabetes in children is raising concerns of doctors treating Australia`s indigenous population, prompting screening in at-risk populations. »
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- Type 2 diabetes: FAQs — read abstract
« Type 2 represents 85-90 per cent of all cases of diabetes. »
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- Typhoid — read abstract
« Typhoid fever is an infection caused by Salmonella typhi. Most cases in Australia occur in travellers returning from developing countries. »
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