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Marley's Health Advice

• Is Menopause Affecting Your Sleep?

  31 May 2019

  Most older women have some menopausal symptoms. These may be mild in some people and more severe in others. If you think you might be starting to go through menopause, then you may wonder if some of the physical and psychological symptoms you're having are caused by this change in life. For example, you may be experiencing problems sleeping that you've not had in the past. How might menopause affect your sleep, and what can you do about it?

• Preparing Your Daughter for Her First Gynaecology Visit

  24 April 2019

  Most parents may not know the right age for their daughter to visit a gynaecologist. It is usually recommended to visit the gynaecologist at around 15 years of age. A visit to the gynaecologist does not mean your daughter will be physically examined. A physical examination is recommended if there are health issues related to the genitals or breasts. At times, the patient needs to be 21 years of age for a physical exam to be done in the case where there are no symptoms.

• Skin Cancer Warning Signs Dermatologists Look Out For

  14 January 2019

  Around 14,320 cases of melanoma were diagnosed in Australia in 2018. As a form of skin cancer that has a high survival rate, melanoma is easy to treat. Other more aggressive forms of skin carcinomas are not. Regardless of which type you want to watch out for, it's worth learning more about the warning signs that are popular amongst dermatologists. The ABCDE rules An excellent starting point when examining your skin is to apply the ABCDE rules.

• Must-Know Tips for Preventing Plaque

  14 January 2019

  When you want to maintain excellent oral health, one of the first areas to address is plaque build-up. As a sticky film that builds on your teeth's surface, plaque houses the bacteria that lead to gum disease and tooth loss. Fortunately, keeping it at bay is easier than you may think. Hold your toothbrush at the right angle While most people know that brushing your teeth twice a day is central to reducing plaque, not everyone is aware of which techniques to use.

• Skin Conditions That Your Baby May Experience

  27 November 2018

  Since your baby's skin is sensitive, various factors like cold, heat, bacteria, fungus, lengthy duration with a wet diaper or allergies may cause a rash. Some rashes may clear on their own, but if you feel or see that the rash is not clearing, visit your paediatrician. Here are a few common rashes your baby may experience. Cradle Cap Cradle cap comes from normal skin fungus and can be facilitated by maternal hormones from the womb.