A-Z of health information

Age, varicose veins, smoking and arterial disease increase the risk of leg ulcers.

Legionnaires' disease is a form of pneumonia.

Once a person with leprosy begins treatment they quickly become non-infectious.

Leptospirosis is a disease spread from animals to humans, caused by infection with the bacteria Leptospira.

Many women report they have lesbian experiences or feelings, but do not think of themselves as lesbians.

Most children and many adults with acute leukaemia can expect to be cured, while chronic leukaemia can be successfully managed.

Leukodystrophy refers to a group of inherited disorders that affect the white matter of the brain, which causes loss of normal brain functions.

A range of support services are available specifically for LGBTI+ Victorians that require them.

Physical illness or relationship problems can cause a loss of sex drive or libido.

Reducing risk factors will improve the health of Victorians more than developing cures for diseases.