General Medical

Your go-to online resource for valuable general medical health tips and advice to manage your health and valuable information about health subjects that matter to you.

Chronic Pain and the Link to Mental Health

ByTammy George

24 February 2022

Chronic pain doesn’t just have a devastating toll on physical health, but can also impact their mental health and wellbeing, and overall quality of life.

Category:Mental Health, General Medical

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When to Get a Second Opinion on a Medical Diagnosis

ByTammy George

14 January 2022

Second opinion appointments can provide vital information for anyone who wants to hear from another doctor about their diagnosis or treatment options. Here’s why you may seek a medical second opinion.

Category:General Medical

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10 Common Food Intolerances - When you Should Take a Food Intolerance Test

ByTammy George

21 December 2021

Food intolerances are common with around 20% of the world’s population experiencing an intolerance or sensitivity. If you’re experiencing the symptoms but you aren’t sure which food is to blame, there are tests that can help you pinpoint the cause.

Category:Nutrition, General Medical, Conditions and Treatments

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What If ... we covered the cost of your flu vaccination?.

At HIF, we value choice and access, which is why we are covering the cost of an annual flu vaccination up to the value of $20 (1 per person, per calendar year) on selected Extras policies, which include Pharmacy.

Members can get a flu vaccination at any registered pharmacy in Australia. The service is not available through your GP.

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