Cryotherapy is a medical procedure that uses controlled extreme cold, usually liquid nitrogen, to freeze selected surface skin lesions. It is a common treatment in general practice for certain benign and sun-damaged skin conditions following clinical assessment. This article covers

Most true food allergies are caused by proteins in food. The immune system mistakes a specific protein, called an allergen, as harmful and may trigger symptoms affecting the skin, digestion, breathing or circulation. Not every reaction after eating is an

If your child has a recurring cough, wheeze, or shortness of breath, it is natural to feel concerned. Childhood asthma is one of the most common long-term conditions in Australian children, but not every cough or wheeze means asthma. Many

Picky eating in children is very common, especially during the toddler and preschool years. Refusing vegetables, wanting the same food every day, or pushing away anything new is very common between the ages of one and five. For many children,

Chronic inflammation is a low-grade immune response that can continue for months or years and may contribute to several long-term health concerns over time. Unlike the short-term inflammation that helps your body heal after an injury, ongoing low-grade inflammation has

RSV vaccination is free for some eligible groups in Australia, but not for everyone. Eligibility depends on current National Immunisation Program guidelines and state-funded programs. Pregnant women, certain older adults, and some infants may qualify for government-funded RSV protection depending