Introduction Medicare is the cornerstone of Australia’s public health system. Introduced in 1984, it ensures that all Australians have access to essential healthcare services without facing financial hardship. However, many patients remain unclear about what Medicare covers, how it works,…
Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention of Skin Cancer What is Skin Cancer? How does it develop? One of the most common forms of cancer worldwide, Skin cancer can be simply described as abnormal growth of skin cells which develop in…
Introduction Preventive healthcare is a proactive approach that emphasizes maintaining well-being and catching potential health issues before they become serious. In Australia, where healthcare standards are high and medical resources are readily available, regular checkups are a cornerstone of a…
Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains one of the leading causes of death and disability in Australia. It refers to a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, stroke, heart failure, and hypertension. Despite medical…
Asthma, also called ‘bronchial asthma’ is a lung-related chronic disorder that affects almost 262 million people (according to a study conducted in 2019 by the World Health Organization). It is a non-communicable disease which requires ongoing medical attention due to…
Understanding Diabetes: Causes, Types, Symptoms and Management What is diabetes? Why is it a growing global health concern? Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder that occurs when the body abnormally processes glucose. As glucose is the main source of energy…
“Protecting health by preventing diseases” In simple words, immunization provides protection or ‘immunity’ to children before they become vulnerable to grave diseases. Immunization is the easiest and most effective way of protecting people against diseases. Throughout history, Immunization programmes have…
