Lupus in men
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that affects about nine times more females than males. This means most of the research and literature is geared towards women. This can leave men who have the disease with less ... [... more]
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Tertiary studies - mature age students
Returning to study or starting tertiary study as a mature age student can present many challenges, such as juggling course commitments with the demands of work and family life. Despite this, it can be a very rewarding experience. Returning to ... [... more]
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Contraception - the Billings method
The Billings method is a form of natural birth control which teaches a woman to recognise when she is infertile and when she is fertile by examining cervical mucus. The success rate depends on the couple's commitment and their willingness to ... [... more]
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HIV testing
Early testing, detection and treatment for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) can help people with HIV to stay healthy and delay the onset of complications including AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Treatment aims to control HIV and ... [... more]
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Sex and sexuality ... all about
Sex and sexuality are part of life. Sexual preferences include heterosexual, homosexual, lesbian and bisexual. Health conditions and ageing may affect sexuality. Find out about contraception, impotence and sexually transmissible infections. ... [... more]
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Testicular self examination
Men with an increased risk of testicular cancer should regularly examine their testicles for unusual lumps or swellings. Testicular self-examination (TSE) only takes a few minutes and can help detect testicular cancer in its earlier ... [... more]
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Testicular cancer - Better Health Channel.
Testicular cancer is not a common cancer. In Victoria, about 140 males are diagnosed with this cancer each year. It is most common in men aged between 25 and 44 years. Early diagnosis and treatment can cure almost all cases of testicular ... [... more]
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Contraception - condoms for women
The female condom is designed to fit all women and is suitable for all ages. It offers women and men an alternative to the male condom. If used correctly, the female condom is effective in preventing pregnancy and providing a barrier to sexually ... [... more]
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Contraception - female sterilisation
Female sterilisation is also called tubal ligation (tying) or 'getting the tubes tied'. Tubal occlusion, which is the surgical blocking of the fallopian tubes, is the most common method. A less invasive procedure involves placing a tiny, flexible ... [... more]
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Prostate cancer testing
Prostate cancer is a malignant lump of tissue that grows in the prostate gland. It generally occurs in men over the age of 65. In two thirds of cases, it is not life threatening. Most men who have prostate cancer die of an unrelated cause. The ... [... more]
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Tertiary studies ... all about
Tertiary study can be exciting, but also overwhelming. Teenagers, young adults and older students can reduce the stress of tertiary life by checking out some useful tips on study, stress and time management. Other topics include relationships ... [... more]
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Pubic lice (crabs)
Pubic lice, or crab lice, infest pubic hair. They can also sometimes affect hair of the armpit, eyebrows, eyelashes, beard and torso. Pubic lice are usually sexually transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. Lice infestation causes no serious ... [... more]
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