One of the most frequently Googled questions is whether the coronavirus is the same as the flu. This year the rise in coronavirus cases coincides with the flu season so there is increasing anxiety. The coronavirus and the flu do have some similar symptoms and can cause respiratory issues. To …
Dermatitis
Many Australians suffer from dermatitis which is an inflammation of the skin. Although, there are different causes of dermatitis, the effect is usually the same. The most common type of atopic is eczema. It is not contagious, but it is often chronic and recurring. It can also be very painful and …
How to tell if you have asthma
Asthma is very common, affecting around one in 10 Australians (that’s more than two million people) but how to tell if you have asthma? Studies have shown asthma is slightly more common in boys than girls, but after puberty, it’s more common in women than men. What is asthma? Asthma is an …