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We’ve all had headaches and they’re one of the most searched health symptoms on Health Direct. But do you know what your headache is trying to tell you? The cause, intensity and duration can vary depending on the type of headache you’re experiencing.![]()
If your headaches are mild and don't happen often, here are some things that may help:![]()
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Lie down in a dark, quiet room![]()
Get some rest or sleep![]()
Place a cold or warm cloth on your neck or forehead![]()
Take a walk outside in the fresh air![]()
Have a drink of water![]()
Stretch your neck muscles![]()
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Read more at Health Direct: www.healthdirect.gov.au/headaches
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that affects about 10% of women. It's common for women with PCOS to have increased levels of certain hormones, including insulin and androgens, which causes various symptoms. We know that PCOS is a hormonal condition, but the exact cause is not fully understood. It may be associated with family history, genetics, lifestyle and environment.![]()
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Learn more at Better Health: www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome-pcos#![]()
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Visit our website to learn about the health services we provide at Magill Family Practice or call us on (08) 8331 9061. www.magillfamilypractice.com.au/
Osteoporosis is when bones lose their density and become thin, weak and fragile. This makes them more at risk of fracture, even from something as simple as a minor bump. Often there are no signs or symptoms of osteoporosis until a fracture occurs. The older you get, the greater the risk of osteoporosis. In Australia, it’s estimated that 23% of women over 50 have osteoporosis.![]()
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Learn more at Jean Hailes for Women's Health: www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/bone-health/osteoporosis-and-osteopaenia#osteoporosis![]()
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Visit our website to learn about the health services we provide at Magill Family Practice or call us on (08) 8331 9061. www.magillfamilypractice.com.au/