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Find facts on symptoms, diagnosis and treatments of diseases and illnesses.

Warning signs, risks and prevention.

Allergies occur when our body overreacts to a 'trigger' or allergen. Common allergies include hay fever, asthma, hives and food allergy.

Information on birth defects, including fact sheets on types of birth defects, risks and genetic screening.

Asthma is a serious respiratory condition that causes difficulty breathing and can cause death. Asthma can be managed and controlled.

Understanding basic first aid techniques can help you cope with an emergency. Find out about basic care for injuries and emergency situations.

Information and links to factsheets about the male reproductive system, including puberty, infertility, the penis, the prostate and testicles.

Information about the female reproductive system, including topics like puberty, menstruation, menopause, infertility, breasts, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, vagina, vulva and thrush.

Conditions, risks and management.

Infections are generally caused by bacteria or viruses. Learn about infectious and childhood diseases, animal to human diseases and prevention.