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  • What’s the right diet to help with high blood pressure? Research shows that a couple of simple health changes could help lower your high blood pressure. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/lower-your-blood-pressure
  • Kids dental care: what parents need to know Looking after your kids’ teeth from a young age helps establish good dental habits. From flossing to braces, here’s what parents need to know about dental care for kids. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/kids-dental-explained
  • What does a women’s health physio do? Have you put a health issue like incontinence or pelvic pain in the too-hard basket? A women’s health physio could set you on a path to better health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/conditions/womens-health-physio
  • Restless leg syndrome: signs, causes and treatments Restless leg syndrome can cause discomfort, pain and sleep disturbance. But what is it, why does it happen and how can you relieve your symptoms? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/what-is-restless-leg-syndrome
  • Are you getting enough iron? As nutrients go, iron is up there as one of the most essential – but many of us struggle to get enough. Here are some iron-rich foods and a refresher on why you need them. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/iron-rich-foods
  • Could you be allergic to dust mites? For the squeamish among us, dust mites are not a pleasant thought. They’re tiny bugs that feed off discarded human skin scales, house dust, and other microscopic food sources like pollen and fungal spores, and are a common allergen. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/dust-mite-allergy
  • What is hearing loss and what can you do about it? Have trouble following conversations in a noisy room? You might be one of the many Australians affected by hearing loss. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/hearing-loss
  • What to wear to medical tests What you wear for medical tests can make your experience safer, more comfortable and a lot less awkward. Here’s what to expect and how to prepare. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/what-to-wear-to-medical-tests
  • Signs your child could need speech therapy From baby babble to pre-school chatter, language skills are crucial for children to communicate. Here’s what to do if your child isn’t meeting speech milestones. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/does-your-child-need-a-speech-pathologist
  • 11 types of dental health specialists Dentists aren’t the only oral health experts – there’s a whole host of professionals helping to look after your teeth. Here’s an explainer of who’s who in dental health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/whos-who-in-dental-health
  • Tendonitis: what it is and how to treat it The pain of tendonitis can be treatable, and it doesn’t have to mean giving up the activities you love. Find out more about this common condition. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/what-is-tendonitis
  • Why it’s so important to get the flu shot this year Medical practitioners recommend getting the flu shot every year, but experts say the seasonal flu vaccine is even more important in 2022. Here’s why. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/why-get-flu-shot
  • Shingles: Symptoms, treatment and more Key things you need to know about shingles, including symptoms, treatments, if it’s contagious and how it’s related to chickenpox. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/shingles-symptoms-and-treatment
  • Getting pregnant with endometriosis: Fertility facts Getting pregnant with endometriosis is a reality for many women. It can affect fertility, but there is help on hand for those navigating the disorder. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/endometriosis/pregnancy-and-fertility
  • 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
  • Prostate cancer: treatment options Prostate cancer treatment, if detected early, can be highly effective, with many options now available. Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in Australia. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/prostate-cancer-treatment