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Buying make up and skin products online - 20.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Purchasing-cosmetics-online

Know about the potential health risks associated with cosmetics manufactured outside of Australia and available for purchase online.

Bipolar disorder - 16.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Bipolar-disorder

Bipolar disorder (sometimes referred to as manic depression) is a mental illness that affects normal function of the brain.

Eating disorders - 16.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Eating-disorders

Eating disorders are a mental illness. The most common types are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and other binge eating disorders. They can affect women and men of all age groups, from a range of backgrounds and cultures. Many people might be living with these disorders without being diagnosed.

Eating Disorders Program - 16

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Eating-Disorders-Program

The Eating Disorders Program is a specialised service for the assessment and treatment of young people with eating disorders.

Therapy for eating disorders - 15.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Therapy-for-eating-disorders

There are a range of different therapies that are used by the team at the Eating Disorders Program.

Obsessive compulsive disorder – emotional health for new parents - 14.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emotional-health-for-new-parents-obsessive-compulsive-disorder

When you are pregnant or have a new baby, it can seem like all you do and think about is the baby. If you have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), you will have unwanted, persistent and intrusive thoughts (obsessions). These can cause anxiety.

Mental illness - 13

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Health-conditions/Mental-illness

A mental illness is a health problem that significantly affects how a person thinks, behaves and interacts with other people.

Panic disorder – emotional health for new parents - 12.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emotional-health-for-new-parents-panic-disorder

You might feel a bit of panic when you’re pregnant or have just had a baby. However, it is not healthy to feel panic all the time. If you experience sudden and repeated panic attacks, you may be diagnosed with panic disorder.

Post-traumatic stress disorder – emotional health for new parents - 12.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emotional-health-for-new-parents-post-traumatic-stress-disorder

A traumatic labour and delivery can have a big impact on both parents. For some parents, this may lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Generalised anxiety disorder – emotional health for new parents - 10

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emotional-health-for-new-parents-generalised-anxiety-disorder

Most people accept that a little worry or stress is normal – especially when you’re having a baby. However, it is not healthy to feel worried all the time.

Contact us - 9.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Contact-us

Contact details for WA Health Department, where to get help

Mental illness resources – children and adolescents - 9

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-resources-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides details of information available to support children and young people with a mental health condition, and their families.

Centre for Clinical Interventions - 8.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Centre-for-Clinical-Interventions

Information on the Centre for Clinical Interventions (CCI), a specialist statewide program that provides treatment for adults suffering from complex anxiety, mood and eating disorders.

Anorexia nervosa - 8.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Anorexia-nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterised by a relentless desire to lose weight despite obvious malnutrition.

Pay your WA Health invoice - 8.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Pay-your-WA-Health-invoice-online

You can pay your WA Health invoice online using Visa or MasterCard.

Advance care planning FAQs - 8

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Advance-care-planning/FAQs

The frequently asked questions are broken into topics to to help you learn more about advance care planning.

Mental health - 7.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Healthy-living/Mental-health

The articles on this page relate to mental health conditions, including emotional health and eating disorders.

Autism - 7.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Autism

Autism Spectrum Disorder (Autism) is a lifelong developmental disability that is neurological in origin.

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) - 7.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Eczema-atopic-dermatitis

Eczema is a common skin disorder that affects all ages but most commonly babies and children.

Schizophrenia - 7.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder which affects about 1 per cent of the general population. It can affect the way you think, feel and act.

COVID-19 (coronavirus) - 7

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Coronavirus

Health information and advice on the COVID-19 for the community.

Common medical tests to diagnose heart conditions - 6.838461

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Common-medical-tests-to-diagnose-heart-conditions

Your doctor may order different medical tests to help find out what your heart condition is and the best way to treat it. Some of these tests are explained below.

Cystic fibrosis - 6.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Cystic-fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder where there is a malfunction in specific genes related to the exocrine system. The exocrine system is responsible for producing saliva, sweat, tears and mucus.

Halo rings, halo cervical traction and vests - 6.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Halo-rings-halo-cervical-traction-and-vests

Halo rings, halo cervical traction and vests are external fixator treatments (rigid immobilasation) used for cetain types of neck injuries/spinal disorders.

Treatments and tests - 6.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Treatments-and-tests

Find information about treatments and tests – browse by topic or A to Z.

Mental illness specialised services for children and adolescents - 5.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-specialised-services-for-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides a number of specialised services which support infants, children and young people with complex mental health needs.

Mental health and wellbeing - 5.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-health-and-wellbeing

Good mental health is a sense of wellbeing, confidence and self-esteem. It enables us to fully enjoy and appreciate other people, day-to-day life and our environment

Your newborn baby’s bloodspot screening test - 5.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Your-newborn-babys-screening-test

All newborn babies in Western Australia undergo a blood screening test for serious genetic conditions in the first few days of their life, which is provided free of charge.

The thyroid gland - 5.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/The-thyroid-gland

Information on the thyroid gland and its function in regulating your body’s metabolism.

My Health Record - 5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/My-Health-Record

People seeking care in Australia can choose to register for an eHealth record.

Bulimia nervosa - 5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Bulimia-nervosa

Bulimia nervosa is characterised by eating large amounts of food and purging, for example by vomiting and or using laxatives. Between 1 and 3 per cent of young people experience bulimia nervosa.

VaccinateWA frequently asked questions - 5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/VaccinateWA-frequently-asked-questions

Frequently asked questions about VaccinateWA.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - 5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for the lung diseases emphysema, chronic bronchitis and bronchiectasis.

Parkinson's - 5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Parkinsons

Information about Parkinson’s, symptoms, treatment and support.

COVID-19 symptoms and testing - 5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Coronavirus/COVID19-testing

Get tested for COVID-19 early – people are most infectious when they first experience symptoms.

Purple Book appointments - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Purple-Book-Appointments

The Child and Adolescent Health Service in Western Australia is a statewide organisation which encompasses Princess Margaret Hospital for Children and Child and Adolescent Community Health and provides first-class health care and prevention services to young West Australians.

Delusions - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Delusions

Delusions are beliefs that are not based on reality, and which other people within the person’s culture or religion do not share.

Benzodiazepine withdrawal - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Benzodiazepine-withdrawal

Information on how to stop using benzodiazepine medication and managing withdrawal symptoms.

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Hypothyroidism-underactive-thyroid

Hypothyroidism is a lifelong condition where your thyroid gland doesn’t make enough thyroid hormones.

Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Hyperthyroidism-overactive-thyroid

Hyperthyroidism is a health condition where your thyroid becomes overactive and produces too many hormones. It is a serious health condition that is fatal if left undiagnosed or untreated.

Colonoscopy - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a procedure used to examine or inspect the bowel (large intestine or colon) and allows for a variety of operations to be carried out through a colonoscope.

Chlamydia - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Chlamydia

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Australia, particularly among young people aged between 15 and 25 years.

Genetic Services of Western Australia - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Genetic-Services-of-WA

The Genetic Services of Western Australia offer a range of services to people with genetic conditions and anyone who is at risk of developing one.

Prenatal screening for genetic conditions - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Prenatal-screening-for-genetic-conditions

During your pregnancy, you may be offered a few tests to identify the risk of your baby having a genetic condition.

Surrogacy - 4.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Surrogacy

Surrogacy refers to a type of assisted reproductive technology where there is an arrangement for a woman to carry and give birth to a child on behalf of another person or couple.

Carpal tunnel syndrome - 4.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Carpal-tunnel-syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a disorder of the hand caused by pressure on the median nerve as it runs through the wrist.

Atrial fibrillation - 4.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Atrial-fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation is one of a number of disorders commonly referred to as arrhythmias, where your heart does not beat normally.

Care Opinion Dashboard - 4.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Care-Opinion-Dashboard

Care Opinion™ (formerly Patient Opinion) is changing the way that patients and families connect with their healthcare providers. Care Opinion™ Australia is an independent non-profit feedback platform where people can anonymously share their health care experience in Western Australia.

Familial hypercholesterolaemia - 4.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Familial-hypercholesterolaemia

Familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) is an inherited disorder in which the liver’s ability to remove low-density lipoprotein (LDL) – commonly known as bad cholesterol – from the blood is impaired, causing an elevated overall blood cholesterol level. Without early detection and treatment people with FH are at increased risk of premature coronary artery disease, heart attack and early death.

Ankylosing spondylitis - 4.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Ankylosing-spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a painful inflammatory rheumatic condition that is characterised by inflammation of structures in the spine. It is part of a group of disorders called spondyloarthritis.