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There have been more than 160,000 laboratory confirmed notifications of Influenza in Australia up to July 2019, which is more than double the number of cases for 2018. With this flu season hitting hard and early this year, prevention is the best strategy to stay healthy. Follow these easy tips to st

Cold sores, also known oral herpes, are very common. They usually appear as red bumps or blisters around the lips and mouth. Cold sores usually resolve on their own without treatment in 8-10 days.

Athlete’s Foot (tinea pedis) is the most common form of fungal infection. It can cause skin to dry out, itch, crack, blister and peel.

Reflux, commonly known as heartburn can cause a burning discomfort or pain in the chest usually after eating. With almost 1 in 5 of Australians experiencing some form of reflux once a week, it is a common ailment that tends to be more prevalent during the holidays when rich food and drink are a plen

Almost 50% of international travellers will develop some sort of medical problem while they are away. A well packed medical kit is a vital part of every travellers’ luggage.

Travel can be tough on your legs Any trip that lasts more than a few hours could leave your legs swollen and achy. And if you travel for a long period of time (5 hours or more), the problem can become more serious.  What is a deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? This condition involves the formation of blood