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  1. Aromatherapy

    The different smells and chemical constituents of aromatherapy oils can produce different emotional and physiological reactions.

  2. Arsenic mine tailings and health

    Mine tailings near goldmines may contain high levels of arsenic.

  3. Arthritis

    Arthritis occurs when joints or muscles become painful, stiff and swollen. Exercise, medication and supportive therapies can help manage symptoms.

  4. Arthritis - juvenile

    One child in every 1,000 in Australia is diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. It is one of the most common chronic conditions to affect children.

  5. Arthritis and diet

    No special diet or 'miracle food' can cure arthritis, but some conditions may be helped by avoiding or including certain foods.

  6. Arthritis and exercise

    Exercise can reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis, and improve joint mobility and strength.

  7. Arthritis explained

    People can manage their arthritis using medication, physiotherapy, exercise and self management techniques.

  8. Arthroscopy

    Most people can resume normal activities around three weeks after an arthroscopy.

  9. Asbestos and your health

    When asbestos fibres become airborne, people working with asbestos may inhale particles which remain in their lungs.

  10. Asbestos in the home

    Asbestos fibres breathed into the lungs can cause a range of health problems including lung cancer and mesothelioma.