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Resources to support you and your family's physical wellbeing.

Physical health and wellbeing

This disease affects children under 10 and is not to be confused with 'foot and mouth disease'.

What is hand, foot, and mouth disease?

The TGA is urging people to steer clear of products containing 'melanotan'.

Barbie drug: What is it and why is it dangerous?

Contrary to what the name suggests, this flu has nothing to do with tomatoes.

What is tomato flu?

Find out more information about symptoms and how it's spread.

What you should know about RSV and Bronchiolitis

Stay alert and vigilant for symptoms and act immediately if they occur.

What is Meningococcal disease?

How this could affect you every time you book a doctor's appointment.

Concerns over bulk billing

A rise in cases of shingles has caused health authorities to issue a medical alert.

Shingles symptoms, causes and treatment

A recent increase in this deadly bacterial infection has authorities concerned. Here's what you need to know.

Melioidosis wet season warning

E.coli spreads via person-to-person contact, from contaminated foods or from contaminated water - learn more about this bacteria.

E.coli: What it is and how to stay safe

This new disease has been detected in Australia. Learn all about it and what to look out for.

What is Monkeypox?

Learn about this serious disease and how to protect yourself from it.

What is Japanese Encephalitis?

The disease has been detected in Sydney so be on the lookout.

What is Legionnaires' disease?

Australian homes are so cold that some are falling below WHO's recommended temperature of above 18 degrees Celsius.

Draught-proofing your home

There's a risk of young children getting poisoned from Hemlock due to its prevalence in Australia.

Hemlock weed poisoning

Alright lads, time to focus on our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Men's health week

For the first time this century, cases have been reported in Australia.

What is diphtheria?

Find out what regular check-ups you should be getting at any age.

All about women's health

These tips can help you avoid the common allergens and your reactions to them.

Take charge this allergy season

Public Health Updates

Is your home or office setup ergonomically sound and friendly to your body?

Your ergonomic workspace checklist

What to look out for and ways you can plan ahead.

Staying safe on a night out

Athletes submerge themselves in ice baths all the time so surely there must be method to the icy cold madness.

Ice baths: Are they actually good for you?

Aussies and alcohol have a longstanding relationship dating back many, many years.

Alcohol culture in Australia

This chronic debilitating disease has been spotted in Victoria, so it's important to stay vigilant.

What is Buruli ulcer?

Become a volunteer responder for Heart of the Nation, and you could
save a life.

Get involved with Heart of the Nation

Asbestos can pose some serious health risks if exposed to it, so learn more about this mineral and how to stay safe.

What is asbestos?

This common infection has reared its head across parts of Australia.

What is group A streptococcus disease?

5 ways to stay healthy and safe during winter

Diabetes is a serious disease, so let's take a look into what it is.

Understanding diabetes

Learn about this dangerous type of skin cancer that's one of the most common in Australia.

What is squamous cell carcinoma?

What is a melanoma?

Does the saying "too much of a good thing a bad thing" apply to coffee?

How much coffee, is too much coffee?

The colour of your phlegm/mucus/snot is a clue to help identify what is ailing you.

What does the colour of your phlegm mean?

Dealing with tonsillitis isn't pleasant, so we're here to tell you all about it and what you can do.

What is tonsillitis?

Let's take a look into exactly what Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is.

What is ADHD?

'Access block' is making it difficult to be seen by a doctor right now, especially during holiday periods. Here's what you can do.

Finding it hard to get medical help?

Sore throat? Lost your voice? Then you might have laryngitis.

What is laryngitis?

Learn all about this infection so you'll know what to do if you or someone is ill.

What is pneumonia?

Sepsis is a life-threatening illness and can be fatal if not treated quickly.

What is sepsis?

Alright folks, let's talk about periods. No matter your gender, it's important to know what's normal when it comes to menstruation.

Periods: what's normal and what's not?

This painful condition often goes undiagnosed for years. Here are some signs and symptoms of endometriosis, and where to get support.

Endometriosis

How it can affect you and what to look out for.

What is thunderstorm asthma?

Information about the contagious viral infection.

What is Chickenpox?

Read on if you have CPAP machines, humidifiers or neti pots in your home.

Water safety in appliances

Information about hyperhidrosis and how you can manage it.

Suffer from excessive sweating?

Make sure you're keeping up to date with your appointments.

Medical check-ups

What is HIV?

With several recent measles outbreaks in Australia, learn the signs and symptoms of this highly infectious disease.

Measles: Know the signs

Sonder's  specialist nurses, doctors and psychologists are available 24/7 to help.

What should I do if I'm sick or injured?

Learn about the most common form of skin cancer.

What is a basal cell carcinoma?

The painful consequence of not slipping, slopping, and slapping.

How to deal with sunburn

Information and advice on how to kick the habit.

Tips on how to quit smoking

Find out abortion laws for each state and territory.

Abortion information in Australia

Find out how you can avoid these two nasty food-borne illnesses.

Safe food practices

You're helping out other people and yourself by donating.

Benefits of donating blood

How to recognise when drinking is doing you harm, and what steps to take next.

Do I have an alcohol problem?

Why it's so important to have good understanding of breast health.

Understanding breast health

Recent weather conditions across NSW, VIC and SA have seen viruses from mosquitoes on the increase. Here's how you can stay safe.

Mosquito-borne virus alert

Drug use is a personal and sometimes sensitive issue, and may be difficult to talk about.

Facts about drugs and alcohol

What you need to know about e-ciagrettes (vaping).

What to know about e-cigarettes (vaping)

Find out more about the different options here.

Is private health insurance worth it?

People in NSW are encouraged to stay on alert for symptoms of gastro, with testing showing a significant rise in cases in recent weeks.

What is gastroenteritis?

The drawn-out wet season in Southern QLD has created the ideal environment for ticks and fleas.

Dealing with flea and tick infestations

The most important three pillars of your physical health.

Getting that sleep, diet, and exercise balance just right

Looking after your skin

Using nitrous oxide (or 'laughing gas') outside of a healthcare setting can result in life-limiting disabilities or possibly death.

The dangers of inhaling nitrous oxide

General health information

Great, we're more than happy to talk about sex and sexual health!

So you want to know all about sex?

Contraceptives and safe sex

Find out more about the most common STIs.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Sexual health

It's easy to let yourself go during the end-of-year break, so here are some ways to avoid that.

5 ways to stay healthy during the holidays

Got plenty of leftover food from your holiday feast? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Food safety for your leftovers

Get your body moving to move your mind into a healthier mental shape.

Moving your body to move your mind

Those extra minutes of preparation and care can make more difference than you think!

Warm up and cool down exercises

Time to get the muscles burning and the blood pumping.

Starting an exercise routine

We’ve provided some food for thought so you can get started on your healthy eating journey.

Tips on how to start a healthy, balanced and cost-effective diet

How to cook meals on a student friendly budget.

Cheap student food staples

It's not just about green coloured food and endless sit ups.

5 ways to stay healthy as a student

Don't let the cold stop you from getting those 10,000 daily steps in.

Exercising and staying fit during winter

If you're struggling to keep up your exercise routine, these tips may help.

Why can’t I stick to exercise?

Have you fallen into bad eating habits? If takeaway delivery services have become your new friend, it might be time to go back to basics.

Maintaining a healthy diet

It's all about getting everything juuuust right.

4 ways to nail your work and exercise balance

Have you ever wondered if you have a food allergy? Approximately 20% of people in Western countries have adverse reactions to food.

Food allergies and intolerance

4 ways to nail your work/exercise balance

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Diet and exercise

Understand the science behind good and bad sleep.

How you can sleep better

It sucks being tired all the time, so here's how to keep that in check each week.

Managing your fatigue during the week

We take a look at some common sleep issues and what may be causing them.

Are you having trouble sleeping?

Incorporate some helpful routines and sleep soundly every night.

How to have a good sleep routine

Here are some podcasts and apps that might help you relax.

6 podcasts to help you sleep better

Here are 3 common myths about sleep that often contribute to insomnia.

Sleep myths busted: How your ideas about sleep are keeping you awake!

Discover some ways you can take care of your sleep routine when you're working shifts.

Sleep tips for shift workers

What is sleep deprivation and how can you avoid it?

What you need to know about sleep deprivation

7 Podcasts for sleep, relaxation, and sleep science

Meet the term used to describe those feelings of just, well, 'blah'.

What is languishing?

3 ways to improve your sleep

Sleep and Fatigue

Staying safe on an E-scooter

Enjoy the sand, sun, and water - all while staying safe the entire time.

Staying safe at the beach

Never use outside heaters or BBQs inside to heat your home.

Carbon monoxide poisoning

We all trip over sometimes, but for older people (aged 65 and over), falls are a major health concern. Here's how you can help.

Preventing falls in elderly relatives

Whether you're on a date or meeting up with an online friend, make sure you stay safe.

Physical health and wellbeing

Public Health Updates

General health information

Sexual health

Diet and exercise

Sleep and Fatigue

Physical safety

COVID-19 health advice

First Aid