The Flu and the Flu shot
First things first – influenza “the flu” is NOT a normal head cold. Influenza is a group of viruses that cause serious illness including pneumonia, blood infection, brain infections and in severe cases even death.
LISTEN: Online Doctor Origin Story
DOCTO founder and CEO, Dr Jon Field, sits down with Lumina HP to talk about all things tele-health and why he is so passionate about breaking down the barriers to specialist medical care.
Eczema
Eczema, also known as allergic dermatitis, is a really frustrating condition. Eczema is inflammation of the skin, and happens when sensitive skin reacts to irritants, resulting in redness and itch. It is very common, affecting 1 in 5 children and
Using an online doctor: what to expect.
A lot of doctors in Australia are now offering their patients a video consultation as opposed to face to face visits. Find out what you can expect.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in Australia. It is a bacterial infection which is transmitted by sex and can occur in the vagina, penis, anus and throat. If it doesn’t get treated with antibiotics, it can cause
Cervical Cancer and Screening
Things have changed a bit in the last few years when it comes to cervical cancer screening tests and pap Smears. You might have noticed that you’re being asked to check in for a pap smear every 5 years now,
Under Pressure: what is hypertension?
Blood pressure is a very important aspect of our health and high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. The great news is that you can reduce your blood pressure, and
What to Expect During an Online Doctor Consultation
If you've scheduled your first online doctor consultation, you might be wondering what to expect during the virtual visit. Find out here.
All About Asthma
We all know someone who suffers from asthma. It is a very common condition, affecting about 10% of adults and 15% of children in Australia.
All About Anxiety
Anxiety is more than feeling stressed or worried. Although stress and worry are totally normal feelings and responses to different events in our life, people with anxiety suffer feelings of stress and worry in a way that negatively impacts their