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 help, we have look at both the coronavirus and the …
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 uncomfortable, whilst appearing red 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 inflammatory disease of the airways. During an …
How to diagnose a food allergy
A food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs between two minutes and two hours after eating food. How to diagnose a food allergy? Most food-related allergic reactions actually relate to the proteins contained within certain foods which the immune system incorrectly identifies as harmful. Common allergens include peanuts, milk, tree nuts, …