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- Brain and nerves
The brain, nerves and spinal cord form part of the nervous system. Brain injury, tumours, disorders, headaches and seizures can affect the brain.
- Hospitals, surgery and procedures
A hospital stay can be planned or unexpected. Learn about the hospital journey from admission to discharge.
- Blood and pathology tests
Pathology tests cover blood tests, and tests on urine, stools (faeces) and bodily tissues
- Pregnancy - tests and scans
A range of tests and scans are available to pregnant women to confirm pregnancy and monitor the baby's development in the womb.
- Hearing tests
A ringing sensation in the ears (tinnitus), or people complaining that you talk too loudly are signs you may need to have your hearing checked.
- Cosmetic procedures
Cosmetic surgery carries risks and, in some cases, the results are not what you may anticipate.
- Heart disease - angioplasty and stent procedures (video)
People with coronary heart disease talk about the medical procedures that followed their heart attack and diagnosis.
- Eye tests
Regular eye tests or check-ups detect problems early, so you can have early treatment to minimise any permanent damage to your eyes.
- Abortion procedures - medication
Information about medical abortion (or the 'abortion pill') - includes how medication works, appointments, what to expect, side effects, possible risks, self-care.
- Abortion procedures - surgical
Abortion is one of the most common and safest types of surgery in Australia.