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HPV in Men – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is HPV in men? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common viral infection that can affect men as well as women. Most HPV infections in men cause no symptoms and clear on their own,…
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Paxlovid – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Paxlovid? Paxlovid is an oral antiviral medication used to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in people at higher risk of developing severe illness. It helps reduce the risk of hospitalisation and death…
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HPV Vaccine – FAQs (Updated 2025, Australia)
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is the HPV vaccine? The HPV vaccine protects against human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, which can cause cervical cancer, genital warts, and some other cancers. The most commonly used vaccine is Gardasil 9, which…
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HPV 16/18 vs Other High-Risk HPV Types – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is HPV 16/18? HPV 16 and 18 are high-risk types of human papillomavirus that are most commonly associated with cervical cancer. They account for the majority of cervical cancer cases worldwide. 2. What…
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HPV Self-Collection – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is HPV self-collection? HPV self-collection is a method where women or people with a cervix collect their own sample from the vagina to test for high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause cervical…
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Slinda – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Slinda? Slinda is a progestogen-only oral contraceptive pill that contains drospirenone. It is used to prevent pregnancy and is an option for women who cannot or prefer not to use oestrogen-containing contraceptives.…
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Estrogel and Prometrium – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Estrogel? Estrogel is a topical oestrogen (oestradiol) gel used as part of menopausal hormone therapy. It helps relieve menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, sleep disturbance, and mood…
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National Lung Cancer Screening Program – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is the National Lung Cancer Screening Program? The National Lung Cancer Screening Program is an Australian health program designed to detect lung cancer early in people at high risk, before symptoms develop. Early…
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Jardiance – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Jardiance? Jardiance is the brand name for empagliflozin, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It helps lower blood sugar levels and also provides benefits for heart and kidney health in…
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Trigger Finger – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is trigger finger? Trigger finger is a condition where a finger or thumb becomes painful, stiff, or catches when you try to bend or straighten it. It happens when the tendon that moves…