Cervical Cancer and Screening
In Australia there are about 1000 cases of cervical cancer diagnosed each year. Cervical cancer is almost ALWAYS caused by a virus called Human Papilloma Virus or HPV.
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Under Pressure: what is hypertension?
The problem with hypertension is that it can start to cause micro-damage to the blood vessel walls, resulting in plaque formation called atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is the beginning step of cardiovascular disease, and this plaque build up can eventually block arteries leading strokes and heart attacks. Some of the other factors that can increase your risk of plaque formation in the blood vessels include high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes and being overweight.
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Chlamydia
Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in Australia. It is a bacterial infection which is transmitted by sex and can occur in the vagina, penis, anus and throat. If it doesn’t get treated with antibiotics, it can cause some nasty problems down the line for both men and women. The good news is, chlamydia is both really easy to test for and really easy to treat!
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Using an online doctor: what to expect.
There’s a variety of reasons general practitioners now offer this online doctor service. Most of which are related to convenience for their patient. Obtaining a medical certificate, repeat prescriptions and general advice can all be taken care of with a virtual doctor consultation.
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Eczema
Eczema is inflammation of the skin, and happens when sensitive skin reacts to irritants, resulting in redness and itch. It is very common, affecting 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults. Eczema most commonly occurs in the creases of elbows and knees, however can occur anywhere on the body from the scalp, over the chest, to the ankles and feet!
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LISTEN: Online Doctor Origin Story
DOCTO founder and CEO, Dr Jon Field, sits down with Lumina HP to talk about all things telehealth and why he is so passionate about breaking down the barriers to specialist medical care.
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The Flu and the Flu shot
First things first – influenza “the flu” is NOT a normal head cold. Influenza is a group of viruses that cause serious illness including pneumonia, blood infection, brain infections and in severe cases even death.
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Paediatrician Online Doctor
pediatric doctor exams little baby. General Paediatrician These are often the paediatricians you find in hospitals or clinics. They can help with most issues. Nearly all paediatricians start as generalists before deciding to specialise. You’ll need to ask, “where can I find a pediatric GP near me?” before going anywhere else. Paediatric Cardiology These doctors understand how to treat issues that affect the circulatory system. It’s a very challenging specialty, with a few doctors mastering their craft. Their skills range from diagnosis to surgery, and you can find them in a kids health centre or an online company like ours.
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Australia’s online hospital; 120 medical specialists.
Australia’s online hospital – announced today that 100 medical specialists are available for consultations. The number of specialists providing services on the platform has grown from 40 to 100 in recent months, due to increased demand from patients and GPs for DOCTO’s Medical Specialist Telehealth service.
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Crohn’s disease
Good management of IBD, both Crohn’s and colitis, is important for improving your quality of life. This includes accessing all the relevant health information you can, and having a trusted specialist medical team to help manage and understand your diagnosis.
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Ulcerative Colitis: Symptoms, symptoms, treatment, diet & causes
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) describes auto-inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract). There are two forms of IBD, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (which can also be referred to as colitis or UC).
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Paediatrics online consultation
Paediatricians treat a wide range of illnesses, injuries and conditions. Paediatricians often examine and treat babies immediately after birth, to assess newborn health and if necessary, resuscitate newborns. They also manage treatment of premature babies. Paediatricians are involved in the treatment and management of babies, children and teenagers with: Development delays and behavioural issues.
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Healthy Townsville thanks to DOCTO services
DOCTO’s professional network ensures all patients are matched to their nearest, most appropriate medical specialist for their health care in a matter of days or weeks, not months. There is no need to travel for specialist care. Where possible, patients are encouraged to present to their DOCTO specialist with a referral from their regular GP. This is to ensure follow-up care. DOCTO’s virtual emergency department is staffed by emergency medical specialists, for when patients cannot access their regular GP services.
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COVID-19 Anti-Virals
Receiving a positive COVID-19 diagnosis can be a very stressful and frightening time, particularly for people at higher risk of severe disease.
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How do I improve my prostate health?
A general rule of thumb is to drink between 8 and 10 glasses of water a day, or roughly 2.5L, but ideally you should drink enough for your urine to be as close to colourless as possible.
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How Can I Improve My Heart Health?
incorporate daily exercise and strength training into your routine. If you currently don’t exercise at all, start with a ten-minute walk each day. Aim to increase to 30 minutes of moderate cardiovascular exercise five days each week, with a couple of days of weight-resistance strength training. you don’t exercise at all, a brief walk is a great way to start.
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Healthcare in Regional and Remote Queensland
Despite these efforts, there is still much work to be done to improve healthcare in regional and remote Queensland. One area of concern is the high prevalence of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease, in these areas. Chronic diseases are more common in regional and remote areas due to factors such as socioeconomic disadvantage, limited access to healthy food, and a lack of physical activity opportunities.
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Ambulance Cover in Australia
Ambulance cover may or may not be covered by your medicare benefits in your state, but our handy guide will help you clarify your circumstances. If you are ever unsure as to whether something is a medical emergency that warrants calling an ambulance, read up here. If you are in need of non emergency medical attention, Docto is available at your fingertips.
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What to Expect During an Online Doctor Consultation
Are you planning on attending a virtual doctor appointment, but you do not know what to expect? You are not alone. Telehealth appointments are still new to many patients at this time.
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