Practical guides, grounded in current evidence, covering the questions patients ask most, and the ones they haven't thought to ask yet. Written by Dr David Nguyen, GP in Adelaide.
Content on this page is general health information only. It does not constitute medical advice and is not a substitute for a consultation with a qualified health practitioner.
Over 1.2 million Australians have osteoporosis. Most don't know until a fracture happens. A GP explains what it is, who's at risk, and what you can do now.
Read articleNot all exercise is equal for bone density. A GP explains what the evidence says about resistance training, impact loading, and how much is actually enough.
Read articleBisphosphonates, denosumab, hormone therapy: a GP explains how each works, who they're for, and how to weigh up the risks honestly.
Read articleIt only affects older women. It's just low calcium. You'd know if you had it. A GP addresses the most common misconceptions head-on.
Read articleFeeling fine doesn't mean you're healthy. A GP explains what healthspan is, why the gap between lifespan and healthspan matters, and what to check.
Read articleRacing heart, tight chest, restlessness, insomnia, anxiety often shows up in the body before you've named it. A GP explains what's happening and why.
Read articlePrediabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal, but you haven't developed type 2 diabetes yet. A GP explains what it means and what to do.
Read articleThese guides are a starting point, not a substitute for a proper conversation with your GP. Book an appointment and we can go deeper.
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