Dr Hamish Black
Dr Hamish Black has been a medical practitioner for more than 25 years. In addition to his role as nib group medical advisor, he still spends two days a week practising as a GP. He has spent many years working in emergency departments and in rural Australia, including a stint with the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Hamish also loves karaoke and dancing (though not that well at either, he says!), with Play that Funky Music by Wild Cherry being his karaoke favourite.
Paracetamol vs ibuprofen: Is there a difference?
What’s the difference and how do you know which one to take?
The pneumococcal vaccine
Here's what you need to know about the pneumococcal vaccine
The MMR vaccine
What to do when you've been stung by a jellyfish
Dr Hamish Black shares his tips on what to do if you’re stung by a jellyfish.
Spotting and treating a bluebottle sting
Make sure you're prepared in case you come across the dreaded bluebottle
Everything you need to know about the 2023 flu vaccineÂ
nib Medical Advisor, Dr Hamish Black, explains why it's important to consider the flu vaccine this year
Everything you need to know about the chickenpox vaccine
nib Medical Advisor Dr Hamish Black shares everything you need to know about the chickenpox vaccine and why it’s important.
Spotting and treating a march fly bite
Do you know how to spot a march fly? Fret no more, here's a guide on what to look out for and how to treat a march fly bite.
How to avoid being bitten by mosquitos
We help you spot mosquito bites and know how to treat them to keep the itching down.
Signs and treatments for leech bites
Knowing how to treat a leech bite can avoid infections
Spotting and treating tick bites
Everything you need to know about tick bites
The causes, symptoms and treatments of motion sickness
The inside word on how to avoid and treat motion sickness!
Spotting a vitamin deficiency
Before you pop a vitamin pill, here's what to look for.
Best mental health apps
Find the best mental health apps for your iPhone or android
CBD oil – what you need to know
We break down the benefits and side effects of CBD oil
The symptoms and ways to treat heatstroke
Everything you need to know about prevention & treatment
Understanding the vitamins you’re taking
We talk through 13 key vitamins and why they're important
Healthy blood pressure by age
Blood pressure is a key indicator of health.
How to make vitamins work best for you
Do you need vitamins? And, if so, what ones?
What is a healthy resting heart rate by age?
Resting heart rate and why you should know what it means
Hay fever symptoms and treatment
What is hay fever and what can we do about it?
Mental health plans: the basics
Emotional and psychological support is available
Is cracking your knuckles bad for you?
What happens when you crack your knuckles?
Got cold hands or feet? This might be why
Dr Hamish gives us the facts and suggestions on how to help
How to check your skin for skin cancer
A self-check can help protect you from skin cancer
Skin cancer: Know your risk
Understanding your skin cancer risk factors can pay off
Everything you need to know about sun protection
It’s important to know how to protect yourself from the sun
What happens in a skin check by a skin specialist?
Skin checks are one of the best ways to protect yourself
How early detection of skin cancer could save your life
Detecting skin cancer early can save your life
The truth about sun exposure and premature ageing
Excessive exposure to the sun can lead to premature ageing
What side effects to expect after a COVID-19 vaccination
Getting vaccinated? We answer your questions about COVID-19 vaccine safety and side effects
Is social smoking bad for you?
Even smoking occasionally is damaging your health
How do you know if you have diabetes?
We explore the diabetes warning signs to look out for
Constipation: What it is and how to treat it
Given how common it is, it’s definitely worth exploring
How long does a referral last?
Dr Hamish Black answers your questions about referrals
5 things every woman should know about endometriosis
Endometriosis affects one in nine Aussie women
I have a health concern, what do I do?
Dr Hamish Black answers your health concern questions
Paracetamol vs ibuprofen: Is there a difference?
What’s the difference and how do you know which one to take?
The pneumococcal vaccine
Here's what you need to know about the pneumococcal vaccine
The MMR vaccine
What to do when you've been stung by a jellyfish
Dr Hamish Black shares his tips on what to do if you’re stung by a jellyfish.
Spotting and treating a bluebottle sting
Make sure you're prepared in case you come across the dreaded bluebottle
Everything you need to know about the 2023 flu vaccineÂ
nib Medical Advisor, Dr Hamish Black, explains why it's important to consider the flu vaccine this year
Everything you need to know about the chickenpox vaccine
nib Medical Advisor Dr Hamish Black shares everything you need to know about the chickenpox vaccine and why it’s important.
Spotting and treating a march fly bite
Do you know how to spot a march fly? Fret no more, here's a guide on what to look out for and how to treat a march fly bite.
How to avoid being bitten by mosquitos
We help you spot mosquito bites and know how to treat them to keep the itching down.
Signs and treatments for leech bites
Knowing how to treat a leech bite can avoid infections
Spotting and treating tick bites
Everything you need to know about tick bites
The causes, symptoms and treatments of motion sickness
The inside word on how to avoid and treat motion sickness!
Spotting a vitamin deficiency
Before you pop a vitamin pill, here's what to look for.
Best mental health apps
Find the best mental health apps for your iPhone or android
CBD oil – what you need to know
We break down the benefits and side effects of CBD oil
The symptoms and ways to treat heatstroke
Everything you need to know about prevention & treatment
Understanding the vitamins you’re taking
We talk through 13 key vitamins and why they're important
Healthy blood pressure by age
Blood pressure is a key indicator of health.
How to make vitamins work best for you
Do you need vitamins? And, if so, what ones?
What is a healthy resting heart rate by age?
Resting heart rate and why you should know what it means
Hay fever symptoms and treatment
What is hay fever and what can we do about it?
Mental health plans: the basics
Emotional and psychological support is available
Is cracking your knuckles bad for you?
What happens when you crack your knuckles?
Got cold hands or feet? This might be why
Dr Hamish gives us the facts and suggestions on how to help
How to check your skin for skin cancer
A self-check can help protect you from skin cancer
Skin cancer: Know your risk
Understanding your skin cancer risk factors can pay off
Everything you need to know about sun protection
It’s important to know how to protect yourself from the sun
What happens in a skin check by a skin specialist?
Skin checks are one of the best ways to protect yourself
How early detection of skin cancer could save your life
Detecting skin cancer early can save your life
The truth about sun exposure and premature ageing
Excessive exposure to the sun can lead to premature ageing
What side effects to expect after a COVID-19 vaccination
Getting vaccinated? We answer your questions about COVID-19 vaccine safety and side effects
Is social smoking bad for you?
Even smoking occasionally is damaging your health
How do you know if you have diabetes?
We explore the diabetes warning signs to look out for
Constipation: What it is and how to treat it
Given how common it is, it’s definitely worth exploring
How long does a referral last?
Dr Hamish Black answers your questions about referrals
5 things every woman should know about endometriosis
Endometriosis affects one in nine Aussie women
I have a health concern, what do I do?
Dr Hamish Black answers your health concern questions