Changes to the National Cervical Screening Program have rolled out across Australia, but many women have been left unsure of the details. For most women the time between cervical screening has increased from 2 years to 5 years, leaving women worrying about why they're being screened less frequently. To understand why the recommended screening times have changed, you need to understand exactly what the test is and why it's an improvement on the old Pap smear.
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Hypotension, commonly referred to as low blood pressure, may sound desirable when you consider the risks associated with high blood pressure, such as heart disease and stroke. However, low blood pressure can cause a number of undesirable symptoms and can even be life-threatening if it's consistently severely low, as your organs won't receive an adequate supply of blood to function effectively. Here's an overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment approach for hypotension:
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Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia, and according to the Cancer Council of Australia, around two in three Australians will be diagnosed by skin cancer by age 70. There are a few different types of skin cancer, but melanoma is the most dangerous by far and is generally caused by overexposure to the sun. Shape suggests that while it is a good idea to get your skin checked by a doctor every year, you should also consider doing a full check of your own skin every three months.
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