In this brief video, Dr. Norman Swan explains the best treatment of the most common causes of diarrhoea in Australia.
Gastrointestinal Health
What Happens if a Hernia is Left Untreated?
In this short video, Dr. Norman Swan explains why a lot of hernias go unnoticed and go untreated. He explains the hernias that need treatment.
How Can I Deal With Gallstone Pain? Dr. Norman Swan
Dr. Norrman Swans discusses what is gallstone pain, where they manifest and when to see your doctor about it. He also explains what food make the pain worse.
How Can I Look After My Liver?
Dr. Norman Swan explains the function of the liver in the human body and how easy it is to keep it healthy and in good working order.
What is a Hiatus Hernia?
Dr. Norman Swans discussed what causes hernia, what it is and how hiatus herniahappens.
What role does food play in cancer prevention?
Diet can play different roles in cancer – affecting your risk of getting cancer and also survival from cancer.
Asthma and gastro-oesophageal reflux
Asthma and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease often occur together, but does one condition trigger the other?
Peptic ulcers
An ulcer is an area of damage to the lining of the stomach or upper part of the intestine.
When should I get a colonoscopy?
What factors determine whether someone should have a colonoscopy? Professor Michael Boyer advises.
What are the ways to screen for bowel cancer?
Screening for bowel cancer in Australia involves faecal occult blood testing and sometimes colonoscopies. Oncologist Professor Michael Boyer explains.
