What you should know about ‘Bali belly’ and how to avoid it before it ruins your holiday
Bali offers unforgettable experiences for travellers thanks to its year-round warm weather, affordable resorts and cheap drinks. But there are other moments tourists might rather forget, like becoming sick with the dreaded “Bali belly”. About 1.5 million Australians visit the Island of the Gods in Indonesia annually, perhaps for a quick getaway or to immerse […]
Experts respond to myths and truths around living with migraine and how to get treated
We recently reported some staggering statistics about migraine. One in three Australian women are living with migraine and have experienced one in the past three months. The story really resonated with many of you. More than 1,000 people got in touch directly with the ABC via email and through social media to share their experiences. […]
Anal cancer vs. hemorrhoids: How to know the difference
What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are a part of our normal anatomy. We’re born with them. They’re a collection of veins underneath the skin just inside the anal canal. But if your hemorrhoids become enlarged, you may develop symptoms that cause problems. What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoid symptoms depend on whether they are internal: […]
What is a trauma bond? Here’s how to recognise if you’re in one
You may have heard of the term trauma bond, but if you were asked to explain what it means, could you? Sometimes it gets thrown around incorrectly to describe people who have bonded over a shared trauma. But a trauma bond is actually a form of abuse, and it can be difficult for victims to […]
How to support your loved one as they go through the ‘hormonal chaos’ of perimenopause
When Carl began to notice some changes in his wife Allison’s behaviour — namely angry outbursts, brain fog, fatigue and feelings of low self-worth — he had no idea it was due to perimenopause. “I don’t think it dawned on her either, until she started to get more physical symptoms and we realised what was […]
How to detect brain tumours in children early: Watch out for these warning signs | Health
When a child is detected with a brain tumour, timely treatment is life-saving however, it is essential to spot the warning signs in children without any delay and initiate prompt intervention. Read on as we shed light on signs of brain tumours in children that shouldn’t be missed and parents need to be proactive when […]
Allergy season is starting earlier each year. Here’s how to manage it.
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – If you feel like allergy season is coming earlier and earlier each year, you’re not wrong. Research shows allergy season has been getting longer over the past few decades. A pollen count study found that climate change could be the reason. Researchers say allergy season is starting 20 days earlier on […]
How to identify and manage early signs of pancreatic cancer | Health
Over the past half a century, the incidence of cancer has risen strikingly and this dreaded disease has become far more common than it was then. The annual global cancers amount to a staggering 18.1 million new cases annually (GLOBOCAN 2018). How to identify and manage the early signs of pancreatic cancer? (Photo by Yahoo) […]