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  • Heat exhaustion and heatstroke

    Heat exhaustion and heatstroke can happen if you get too hot. They can be serious. They usually happen during a heatwave or in a hot climate, but can also be caused by very intense exercise.

  • Diabetic ketoacidosis

    Find out about diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), including what the symptoms are, when to get medical help and how to prevent it.

  • Dental abscess

    Find out more about dental abscesses, including what the symptoms are, when to get medical help, how they’re treated, and how to prevent them.

  • Coronary angioplasty and stent insertion - Recovery

    You'll usually be able to leave hospital the same day, or the following day after a planned (elective) coronary angioplasty.

  • Kidney stones

    Information about kidney stones, including symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention.

  • Ectopic pregnancy

    An ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilised egg implants itself outside of the womb, usually in one of the fallopian tubes.

  • Type 2 diabetes - Finding help and support

    There's a lot of information and support available for type 2 diabetes. Some of the support depends on the area you live in.

  • Myasthenia gravis - Treatment

    Read about the main treatments for myasthenia gravis, including medicine and surgery.

  • Miscarriage - Symptoms

    The most common sign of miscarriage is vaginal bleeding.

  • HIV and AIDS - Treatment

    Read about treatments for HIV, including post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), antiretrovirals (ARVs), HIV and pregnancy, sperm washing, side effects and getting support.