A-Z of health information displaying “R”

A radiologist is a medical professional who specialises in using medical imaging technologies to diagnose and treat injury and disease...

Radiotherapy uses precisely targeted x-rays to destroy cancer cells while reducing the impact of radiation on healthy cells...

Raising Children Network is an online parenting resource providing research-based information...

Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurised to kill bacteria that could be harmful to humans...

Raynaud's phenomenon can be a sign of a more serious underlying condition, so see your doctor if you experience it...

ReachOut.com is an online mental health service for young people...

Reactive arthritis is a form of arthritis that occurs as a result of some bacterial infections...

Labels on packaged food can give you useful information about the nutrition, ingredients, storage and weight of the food.Add full stop to pull quote...

Provides an overview of family support programs and health services available to refugees and asylum seekers living in Victoria...

Receptive language disorder means the child has difficulties with understanding what is said to them...

Too many children are physically, sexually and emotionally abused and when this happens, it is up to adults to speak up...

Learn about the types of paperwork required before, during and after a hospital visit, and find out about your rights regarding your patient records...

When you are having a baby in Victoria, there are various records and other documents that need to be accessed, created or completed...

Make sure you follow your plan when you leave hospital, take your medication and keep your appointments with doctors...

Major surgery can require some time to recover from. After your discharge from hospital, you may need intensive physical rehabilitation, or to simply take it easy for a few days. Make sure you get the...

If treated in its earliest stages, rectal cancer is highly curable...

Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum turns itself inside out and comes out through the anus...

A rectocele is when the rectum protrudes into the vagina...

The Australian Red Cross provides crisis relief and care to vulnerable people...

You can dramatically reduce your risk of early death by making a few simple lifestyle changes...

Harm reduction is about reducing the negative impact ongoing drug use can have...

If you are experiencing unusual or disturbing thoughts, feelings or behaviour, there are mental health services to help you...

A reflexologist massages or applies gentle pressure to particular parts of your feet to help with a health problem located somewhere elsewhere on your body...

Reflexology is massage of the feet that aims to promote healing in other areas of the body...

Regular health checks can help you identify any early signs of health issues...

Rehabilitation services provide treatment to improve mobility, increase strength, pain management and mental health difficulties after a major trauma incident...

Early treatment and rehabilitation after stroke helps many people to regain a lot of function...

Reiki is a natural form of therapy that uses non-invasive gentle touch to promote feelings of wellbeing...

There are personal and relationship services available to you that offer counselling and relationship advice...

You may need outside help to resolve problems and ensure your relationship stays healthy and strong...

With the physical and emotional closeness of a partnership, it is inevitable that there is sometimes conflict...

The birth of your first child can significantly change your relationship with your partner and may impact on other relationships...

Relationships Australia is a nationwide community-based organisation that provides relationship support services for individuals, families and communities...

When you, your partner or someone in your family has a mental illness, it can cause stress and worry for everyone...

New life begins when a male sex cell (sperm) fertilises a female egg (ovum) within the female reproductive system...

The Australian Government Department of Health will assess your income and assets to work out how much financial help you will get for a place in a residential aged care home...

Residential aged care homes provide safe and comfortable accommodation as well as ongoing healthcare, support and social interaction that can adapt to your changing needs...

If you do resistance training repeatedly and consistently, your muscles become stronger...

When starting a program of resistance training, follow the advice of a qualified professional to avoid injury...

A respiratory physician (respiratory and sleep medicine specialist) specialises in diagnosing, treating and preventing conditions and diseases affecting the respiratory system...

The respiratory system takes up oxygen from the air we breathe and expels the unwanted carbon dioxide...

Respite supports and services aim to support people with a disability, their families and carers, to maintain positive family and carer relationships, by giving carers a break from their regular role...

Restless legs syndrome has been described as a type of cramp, soreness or a creeping, crawling feeling...

If a detached retina is not treated, it can lead to total blindness...

Retinitis pigmentosa is the collective name for a range of diseases that damage the retina and cause vision to fade...

People who plan an active life when they retire tend to be happier than those who have no plans...

Retirement villages provide independent accommodation for retirees (over the age of 55) and often include extra facilities and services such as swimming pools, libraries, tennis courts, meeting rooms...

It is normal to feel shocked, distressed, angry, guilty, worthless or powerless when you lose your job or face an unexpected change in your financial situation...

Retroperitoneal fibrosis is the abnormal growth of tissue on and around abdominal structures, including blood vessels and ureters...

Painful sex may be caused by a retroverted uterus...

People with Rett syndrome have a keen desire to communicate...

If you have experienced major trauma and previously studied at a tertiary institution, contact student services for support to return...

Getting back to work can be good for your health and wellbeing so start planning a return to work with your employer and WorkSafe Victoria...

Untreated rheumatic fever can lead to serious complications such as rheumatic heart disease...

Stopping episodes of recurrent ARF can prevent rheumatic heart disease (RHD)...

Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is important in helping you manage the condition more effectively...

A rheumatologist is a medical professional who specialises in diagnosing, treating and managing diseases of the joints, muscles and bones...

Rhinoplasty may be performed for cosmetic reasons or to correct a structural problem...

Rib injuries may include bruises, torn cartilage and bone fractures...

Rickets is a preventable childhood bone disease caused by a lack of vitamin D...

As they grow and develop, and with the help of adults, children become increasingly aware of how they can manage their own safety, and become safer road users...

Road Trauma Support Services help people affected by transport accidents...

More than 700,000 Victorians are a personal carer for a family member or friend who is older with care needs, has a disability or has a mental health or other chronic health condition...

In Victoria, the NDIS will be rolled out across the state. People currently receiving support through the Victorian Government will move to the NDIS at different times depending on where they live and...

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Root canal treatment is a dental procedure to replace a tooth's damaged or dead pulp with synthetic filling...

In men, severe rosacea can cause the nose to become reddened and enlarged (rhinophyma)...

Roseola is a mild viral infection with associated fever and rash that affects babies and young children...

Most people recover from Ross River virus disease, although some people have symptoms for a year or more...

Rotavirus is a common cause of viral gastroenteritis for Australian babies and preschool children...

Children need several doses of the vaccine to reduce the risk of rotavirus...

Rowing builds physical skills of stamina, strength, balance, timing and technique...

The Royal Children's Hospital Community Information team (formerly Safety Centre) provides information and support to the community to help reduce injury and promote child safety...

Rubella is a mild illness for most people, but very dangerous for pregnant women and their babies...

People of all ages and abilities can get involved in rugby codes through clinics and modified rules games...

A high proportion of injuries associated with rugby occur during the tackle...

Running helps build strong bones, strengthens muscles and helps maintain a healthy weight...

Warm up before running and do lots of slow and sustained stretches as part of your cool-down routine...

Some rural patients have to travel to regional centres or metropolitan areas for the healthcare they need. The Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme can subsidise travel and accommodation...

Rural Financial Counselling Victoria provides confidential, independent financial assessment and support for farming families and small rural businesses facing financial difficulty...

Self-medicating with alcohol doesn't solve the causes of depression, which is common in rural communities...

The effort of trying to provide for the family and keep the farm going can be intensely stressful...

Losing the farm can be like losing a loved one for a farming family...

Financial hardship can increase the risk of workplace accidents on a farm...