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- Do home remedies really work? When the temperature soars, your usual workout may not be as comfortable or easy. We ask the experts for their advice on keeping cool while staying fit in summer. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/home-remedies
- Medicine cabinet essentials Are you equipped to handle the next nasty bout of the flu or grazed knee in your household? Make sure your supplies are up to the job — and not out of date. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/medicine-cabinet-essentials
- What is chemotherapy? Chemotherapy is the most common way to treat cancer. We find out what happens during chemotherapy treatment including side effects and how it’s administered. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/what-is-chemotherapy
- Prescription meds It starts innocuously enough. You have your wisdom teeth out and are given an opioid like oxycodone for pain relief. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/prescription-medications
- Menopause: is HRT a safe option? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/menopause-is-hrt-a-safe-option
- How to avoid medication interactions Prescribed medication is an exact science so it’s important not to mix it with anything that affects how it works. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/how-to-avoid-medication-interactions
- The signs of asthma Australia has one of the highest rates of asthma in the world. We discuss the symptoms and triggers, and how to manage the condition. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/the-signs-asthma
- All about thyroid disease Around half the people who have thyroid disease don’t know they have it. And for those with a diagnosis, treatment can be a balancing act. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/all-about-thyroid-disease
- Menopause: is HRT a safe option? There's a lot of confusion around the safety of hormone replacement therapy. We look at the evidence. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/perimenopause-menopause/hrt-safe
- Contraception over 40: birth control options for women As you get older your health risks and hormones change. If you’re a woman considering contraception over 40, you may want to review your options. Here are some of the birth control choices worth considering. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/strong/contraception-over-40
- What is it like to go through IVF The truth about IVF, including fertility and success rates in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/fertility-ivf/experience
- Pet insurance: What are you covered for? Worrying about expensive vet bills when your pet is unwell is stressful and can impact decisions you make about their care. Here’s how pet insurance can help. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/pet-insurance
- Can you claim prescriptions and PBS medications? Here’s what you need to know about claiming for prescription medicines and PBS medications through your private health cover. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/drugs-and-health-cover