The definitive book on preventative health options available within the health system in Australia. This guide will explain how screening works in Australia, and the tests that are available to everyone. The book begins with a series of essays on the main life stages - pregnancy, early childhood, young adult, middle life, older age - and sets out the recommended tests that readers may wish to consider. An alphabetised listing of illness describes the causes of the illness (where relevant), its symptoms, progression, risk factors and treatment. All the common illnesses, from Alzheimer's Disease to bowel cancer, diabetes, hepatitis, influenza and pneumococcal disease, to screening tests for newborns are included. A starred system makes it easy for readers to identify the prevalence of the illness, and the effectiveness of undertaking screening and early treatment. The whole book has been extensively referred by experts in the field, and contains up-to-the-minute research. This book is a useful resource for every household, and puts the care of your health back in your hands.

With this information at your disposal, you can work with your GP or local medical practitioner to ensure a healthy life.