The most commonly used thermometer in the home is the digital thermometer. Find out how to record a temperature orally using a digital thermometer.
Coronavirus – COVID-19
myDr’s top 10 health news stories of 2018
These are the top 10 news stories brought to you by myDr.com.au in 2018. News about sleep took out the top 3 places, adding weight to reports earlier this year that found that Australians just don't get enough sleep.
Bird flu (avian influenza)
Avian influenza, or bird flu, is an infectious disease caused by a type of influenza virus. Find out about outbreaks, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
Swine flu – protecting your family
How to protect yourself and your family from swine flu (influenza H1N1) and other influenza viruses.
First aid in an emergency
Find out what to do if you witness an emergency or see someone who is unconscious and needs help.
Video: Cough etiquette
Protect everyone around you with this simple cough etiquette and prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.
Vaccination and antibodies
See how vaccines prepare your immune system to fight disease by taking advantage of the fact that the immune system can remember infectious organisms.
Chickenpox in adults
For those adults who didn't catch chickenpox in childhood, or who haven't been vaccinated, an attack of chickenpox can produce serious, sometimes lethal, complications.
