Virtual Medical Centre

Menopause
Menopause affects all women around their fifties. It is not a disease; rather, it is a normal part of life. Dr Joe Kosterich talks about the causes, symptoms and treatments of menopause.

Menopause and Breast Cancer
Professor Christobel Saunders talks about managing menopause symptoms after breast cancer.

Mesothelioma
Australia has the world's highest instances of mesothelioma, an aggressive cancer found in people who have come into contact with asbestos, in the world. Dr Malcolm Feigen discusses the symptoms, d...

Milk and Bone Density
What's Good for You: Milk has a positive effect on bone density and maintenance.

Milk: Natural vs Additives
What's Good for You: Full cream milk is compared to milk containing additives such as calcium, vitamin D and omega-3.

Mucositis
Mucositis is a side effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Dr Dorothy Keefe talks about the risk factors for mucositis, the effects, current treatments and new developments in the study of mucosi...

Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a common chronic neurological disease affecting young Australians. Dr Elizabeth McDonald talks about the prevalence, types, symptoms and treatment of multiple sclerosis.

New Daily Persistant Headache
Chronic daily headache affects 4% of the population. Dr Jaques Joubert describes new daily persistant headache, a type of chronic daily headache.

Non Invasive Biomarkers of Gut Function
Gut physiology alters with age. Associate Professor Ross Butler discusses possible gut problems and non invasive tests to help diagnose these problems.

Nutrition and bone health
More than half of Australian teenagers aren't receiving their daily calcium requirements. Professor Weaver discusses health problems associated with calcium deficiency and strategies for impro...