Most practitioners have established patterns in their recommendation of either acetaminophen or ibuprofen for relief of fever and pain. Treatment decisions are often based on concerns about side ...

Welcome to Ask Doctor Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr Zac Turner explores the truth behind pain relief.

Many people are struggling with seasonal bugs and turning to over-the-counter medication to tackle the symptoms but ...

Back-to-school season also means a return to all those seasonal illnesses we know and don’t love. So how bad will respiratory ...

Daniel Higham, pharmacist at Hightown Pharmacy, said the way to treat colds and flu is different. He said: “Paracetamol and ...

Fever while often a natural response to infection or illness, can sometimes escalate to extreme levels, signaling a potential ...

Pediatricians have been inundated with sick calls and visits lately. The reason why? A combination of viruses are circulating ...

Bruises are an inevitable part of life, but they can also be painful and unsightly. Here's what you can do to reduce the pain ...

Tonsillitis itself is not contagious. However, “the viruses and bacteria that cause tonsillitis are highly contagious and can ...

From stretches to workplace ergonomics to electrical stimulation (yep), these self-care tips should help you find sweet ...