A-Z of health information displaying “T”

Financial compensation after a transport accident is available from the TAC for qualifying Victorians...

People of all ages and fitness levels can practice tai chi and may gain health benefits...

It is important that you make as much quality time as possible to spend with those you love and that you talk to them about dying...

Children can be affected by information regarding bushfires and they may become concerned about issues of safety. Talking to children openly in a way that suits their age, while also involving them in...

All people, including those with cognitive disabilities, have the right to explore and express their sexuality in appropriate ways...

Talking with your doctor or healthcare professional is an important step in getting care for issues of drug or alcohol addiction or dependence...

By four, most children are curious about certain sexual issues, and they need honest answers to their questions...

Some parents find it hard to talk with their primary age children about sex, but help is available...

Talking about sex with your child is easier if you start when your child is young...

Young people with cognitive disabilities have the same range of sexual feelings and desires as young people without disabilities...

To get the most out of the conversation with your doctor, nurse or other healthcare provider, it is best to be open about providing information and to speak up if you don?t understand...

When a young child is having a tantrum, it is because the emotional (limbic system) part of the brain is dominating the child's behaviour...

It's important for your own health to control tapeworm infection in your dog...

If you want to get a tattoo, choose an experienced, registered practitioner to reduce the risks of infection and scarring...

Tay-Sachs disease is a serious genetic disorder common in Ashkenazi Jews and French-Canadians...

Young people have to work through a broad range of issues as they move from childhood to adulthood...

Alcohol is responsible for most drug-related deaths in the teenage population...

Some immunisations are recommended for all Australian teenagers...

Asthma affects about one in ten teenagers in Australia...

Accept that your adolescent may have a different view of the world and respect their opinions...

Sleep research suggests that teenagers need between eight and 10 hours of sleep every night...

Teeth have different shapes that reflect the different jobs they do in helping us eat and digest food...

Discoloured, chipped or missing teeth can affect self-confidence but cosmetic dentistry techniques can help...

Visit your dentist regularly so tooth erosion is detected early, helping prevent further tooth surface loss...

In many cases, a gap between the upper front teeth will close by itself...

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

Wisdom teeth that may cause problems are best taken out sooner rather than later...

Many drugs, both prescription and illegal, can cause tooth damage...

Many drugs, both prescription and illegal, can cause tooth damage...

Tooth decay can be prevented with a good diet, regular tooth brushing and dental check-ups...

It's important to look after your teeth and gums when you're pregnant, as gum disease can affect your baby...

Teething symptoms are common in children and can be managed without medications...

Teeth grinding (bruxism) is involuntary clenching or grinding of the teeth, usually during sleep...

The options for children needing care away from their families include foster care, kinship care, residential care, voluntary care and permanent care...

Most cases of tendonitis recover completely, but severe untreated tendonitis can lead to rupture of the tendon...

People of all ages enjoy tennis for its physical, social and psychological benefits...

Common tennis injuries include injuries to the ankle, knee and wrist...

Stress is a common issue for all tertiary students, but there are lots of ways to manage your stress...

Returning to study as a mature age student presents many challenges and rewards...

Starting tertiary studies can be challenging and stressful, but your institution can provide counselling and other support services...

Effective time management will help you cope with the stress of study...

If you injure your testicles, always seek urgent medical advice...

Early diagnosis and treatment can cure almost all cases of testicular cancer...

Men with an increased risk of testicular cancer should regularly examine their testicles for unusual lumps or swellings...

Tests can confirm your pregnancy and also monitor your baby's development in the womb...

Tetanus is a life-threatening disease and immunisation is the best way to reduce your risk...

Thalassaemia is an inherited blood disorder that can cause anaemia or death if not treated...

Sharon talks about caring for Phillip from accident to recovering at home...

It’s important for your health that you get enough physical activity every day, and that you limit your sedentary behaviour. But getting the amount of physical activity you need doesn’t have to be...

The less sitting or lying down you do during the day, the better your chances for living a healthy life...

Learn about the Victorian Healthcare System - treatment, care, education and disease prevention for everyone in Victoria...

Risk factors for throat cancer include smoking and heavy alcohol consumption...

Finger or thumb sucking should stop before school age to avoid mouth problems...

Hashimoto's disease progresses very slowly over many years, so the symptoms may go unnoticed...

Hyperthyroidism can be diagnosed with a simple blood test that measures thyroid hormone levels...

Hypothyroidism means the thyroid gland is underactive which causes the person?s metabolism to slow down...

Anyone can develop thyroid cancer, regardless of age or gender...

If the thyroid gland is overactive or sluggish, the metabolism will be affected, leading to a variety of symptoms...

Tinea is contagious and can be spread by skin-to-skin contact or indirectly through towels, clothes or floors...

Tinnitus cannot be cured, but it can be managed with some lifestyle changes...

Transplantation varies depending on the transplant organ or tissue so speak with your medical team about surgical procedures, recovery and medications...

If you restrict yourself to a narrow range of foods, your child will notice and copy your wariness...

Some toddlers do most of their eating on the run, refusing to sit down at the table at all...

When toilet training your toddler, praise every little success and remain calm about accidents...

There are about 9000 taste buds on the average adult tongue...

Tongue-tie is a condition caused by restrictive tongue tissue that stops the tongue from poking out past the lips...

Because most attacks of tonsillitis are caused by viruses, most of the treatment is aimed at helping to relieve the symptoms...

Tooth decay is a diet-related disease, caused by the bacteria in your mouth converting sugar into energy and producing acid as a waste product...

Every child is at risk of tooth decay, but good feeding habits and oral care can help prevent decay in baby teeth...

Start cleaning your baby's teeth as soon as the first tooth comes through to help prevent tooth decay...

Some survivors of torture and trauma live with their memories for years, or even for the rest of their lives...

Ask your coach for help to improve your touch football technique - it will reduce your risk of injury...

Milder forms of Tourette syndrome can be misdiagnosed, as it often occurs at the same time as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other disorders...

If you think you could have toxic shock syndrome, stop using tampons immediately and go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital...

Problems only occur if a woman becomes infected with parasites that cause toxoplasmosis for the first time while pregnant...

A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves making a cut in the trachea (windpipe) and inserting a tube into the opening...

Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner...

Your gender is what feels natural to you, even if it is different from your biological sex. Some people may not feel comfortable with their biological sex but choose to live with the gender with which...

A transient ischaemic attack (sometimes called a mini-stroke) is a warning that a stroke may follow, and requires urgent medical attention...

The Transition Care Program provides care through tailored support packages, while the Home and Community Care (HACC) Program provides a range of basic maintenance and support services...

The Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) is an Australian Government interpreting service for people who do not speak English and for organisations that need to speak with their non-...

The Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme (VPTAS) helps eligible people living in rural or regional Victoria with the costs of travelling long distances for specialist medical services...

Before you go into hospital, plan your journey to make sure you get there on time. You might use non-emergency patient transport if it is clinically necessary...

Surgery on the prostate gland can have many side effects, including erectile problems and urinary incontinence...

Transvaginal mesh has been used for more than 20 years to manage problems for women such as prolapse and incontinence. While this treatment is successful for many women, some unfortunately have...

There are things you can do to try to help someone who has been through a distressing or frightening event...

It is normal to have strong emotional or physical reactions after a distressing or frightening event, and help is available...

Babies and toddlers can be as affected by trauma as any other family member...

Preschoolers may not have the words but will show their distress at traumatic events through changes in behaviour and functioning...

Children look to their parents or carers to judge how to deal with a crisis...

Teenagers may turn to friends rather than parents for support in times of trauma and distress...

Travelling, eating and drinking go together but unfortunately, traveller's diarrhoea and other food-related illnesses can sometimes come along for the ride...

Before taking your trip, visit your doctor to make sure your asthma is under control well before you leave...

Simple planning can reduce your risk of illness or injury when travelling...

If you or someone you care for has a disability and needs help to get around, there are support services available...

If you are travelling or passing through areas infected with yellow fever, some countries require you to be vaccinated...

You can reduce your risk of being mugged or robbed while travelling by taking a few simple precautions...

All travellers should plan carefully, but older people have a few extra concerns when travelling...

Many countries have different ideas about how women should dress and behave, and your trip will be more enjoyable if you respect local expectations...

The risk of traveller's diarrhoea is higher where sanitation and hygiene standards are poor...

Travellers Aid provides services to help people who are travelling...

If you have an allergy, visit your doctor before you travel, especially if you are at risk of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) or an asthma attack...

If your child is old enough, involve them in planning a trip so they can get excited about it...

Treacher Collins syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects growth and development of the head, causing facial defects and hearing loss...

Trichomoniasis during pregnancy may lead to low birth weight babies and prematurity...

If a person habitually eats more kilojoules than they burn, they will have raised triglyceride levels in the blood...

In situations where people are injured or their lives are in danger, always call triple zero (000). If you have seen a serious accident or crime, you should also call triple zero (000). The triple...

Children affected by trisomy usually have a range of birth defects, including delayed development and intellectual disabilities...

Tuberculosis is spread when a person with an active infection coughs, laughs, sings or sneezes...

Tuberculosis can be cured in almost all cases by taking the medications for the full course of treatment, usually at least six months...

Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disorder that affects various parts of the body to varying degrees of severity...

A 'tummy tuck', or abdominoplasty, is cosmetic surgery to remove fat and excess loose skin from the abdomen...

Turner's syndrome is a random genetic disorder that affects females, causing short stature and infertility...

Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre provides treatment and support to people affected by alcohol or drug use...

Multiple births are more common due to the advancing average age of mothers and the rise in assisted reproductive techniques...

Multiple births are more common than they used to be, due to the increased use of assisted reproductive techniques, in particular the use of fertility drugs. Older women are more likely to have a...

Blepharospasm means involuntary twitching, blinking, closure or squeezing of the eyelids...

Type 1 diabetes can affect anyone of any age, but is more common in people under 30 years...

Type 2 diabetes may be prevented, but it cannot be cured...

Doctors and other health professionals all have a different role to play in your healthcare...

How your journey into hospital begins in Victoria depends on whether your visit is planned or unplanned, and what kind of health pathway you require...

Mental illness is a general term for a group of illnesses that may impact on a person’s thoughts, perceptions, feelings and behaviours. Mental illness can make it difficult for someone to cope with...

Almost every Australian case of typhoid or paratyphoid fever is caught overseas...

Newborn sleep patterns and behaviours - Newborns generally sleep 12 to 16 hours in a 24-hour period and do not know the difference between day and night...

Baby sleep patterns and behaviours (3 to 6 months) – At this age, babies generally sleep 10 to 18 hours in a 24-hour period and need your help to settle and go to sleep...

Baby sleep patterns and behaviours (6 to 12 months) – From about the age of 6 months, your baby’s sleep patterns gradually become more developed...

Toddler sleep patterns and behaviours (1 to 2 years) – From approximately 12 months of age, toddlers tend to sleep better...

Typical sleep behaviour – (5) toddlers 2 to 3 years – Between the ages of 2 and 3 years, toddlers often sleep 12 to 13 hours in a 24-hour period...

Typical sleep behaviour – (6) preschoolers 3 to 5 years – Preschoolers aged between three and five years sleep between 10 to 13 hours in a 24-hour period...