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- Porphyria
Porphyria can affect the skin, nervous system, gastrointestinal system or all of these, depending on the specific type.
- Water quality in tanks, bores and dams
Make sure your private drinking water supply is safe.
- Handwashing - Why it's important
Washing your hands with soap and warm water can help stop the spread of infectious diseases.
- Guillain-Barré syndrome
Most people with Guillain-Barré syndrome experienced some form of viral or bacterial infection before the onset of symptoms.
- Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Henoch-Schonlein purpura causes a purple spotted skin rash which lasts around one to four weeks, and is often marked by relapses.
- Botulism
Botulism is considered a medical emergency. If untreated, it may cause death.
- Medications - non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines should always be used cautiously and for the shortest time possible.
- Lupus and medication
Lupus most commonly appears in women of childbearing age.
- Mushroom poisoning
Mushrooms are a type of fungus. Australia has many varieties of wild-growing fungi, many of which are edible. However, a few types are poisonous or even deadly.
- Gut health
The health of your gut microbiome impacts both your physical and mental health.