Tag: Natasha Yates - article author
Why am I so tired and when is it time to see the doctor about it? A GP explains
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Everyone feels tired sometimes. But how do you know whether your tiredness is a problem worth seeing a doctor about? And with all...
I’ve tested positive to COVID. What should I do now?
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For two years, COVID has dominated our world. In Australia, we’ve tested every sniffle, undergone extensive lockdowns, and double-vaccinated more than 90% of adults to...
I’m approaching a ‘milestone’ birthday. What health checks should I have at my age?
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Haven’t had a health check in a while, or ever?
You’re not alone. Most people wait until they’re sick to see a GP,...
When should you go to hospital for a headache? A doctor explains how to tell if it’s an emergency
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I waited for hours in emergency last night with this dreadful headache, but eventually gave up and left. Should I have kept waiting...
We can expect more colds and flu as COVID restrictions lift. 5 germs to look out for
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Australia is opening up, people are mixing and mingling, and schools are back. But there’s a downside. Sharing our lives with each...
I’m over 50 and can now get my COVID vaccine. Can I talk to the GP first? Do I need a painkiller? What else...
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People aged 50 and over are now officially eligible to receive the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine from selected GPs.
Although some practices have had permission to provide...