Children's health
01 Mar 2014
A genetic basis for cortisol excess
An international team of researchers led by an endocrinologist at LMU has identified genetic mutations that result in uncontrolled synthesis and secretion of the stress…
Men's Health
25 Feb 2014
Sexpert Q/A: Is my partner cheating?
Infidelity or having an affair often involves breaking secrecy and not telling the truth, which can undermine a marriage or relationship.
Children's health
14 Feb 2014
Extended exposure to caffeine and sucrose impacts behaviour and brain chemistry
New research suggests the long-term consumption of caffeinated sugar-sweetened drinks in place of water can cause lasting changes to behaviour, having profound effects on brain…
Children's health
23 Oct 2013
Emergency Asthma Medication Available through Community Pharmacies
With fires continuing to burn across NSW and a thick cloud of wood smoke present in many areas, Asthma Foundation NSW is urging people with asthma to make sure they have their asthma medication at hand as symptoms can quickly escalate and become extremely dangerous. “It is vital that all…
Medicine & Tests
27 Sep 2013
Psychosis Medication Adherence Rating Scale
The Psychosis Medication Adherence Rating Scale allows doctors to assess if their patients are taking medications as directed to manage their mental health.
Fitness
27 Sep 2013
Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator
Body mass index or BMI is calculated based on height and weight. Enter your height and weight in the BMI calculator to see your result.
Blood
27 Sep 2013
Blood Pressure Calculator
Find out your blood pressure (BP) risk category by entering your age, sex and most recent blood pressure measurement into the calculator. Based on the…
Children's health
16 Sep 2013
Asthma score calculator
Do you really know what your level of asthma control is? Knowing your Asthma Score can be the first step to better asthma control -…
Men's Health
16 Sep 2013
ADHD Adult Self-Evaluation Tool
Complete the ADHD Adult Self Evaluation with this interactive tool. It automatically summarises and prints results, which you can take to a doctor appointment if you suspect you have ADHD. The tool is based on an interview developed by the World Health Organisation. Although better known as a behavioural disorder of childhood, ADHD affects almost 1 in 20 adults.
