Health Information & Resources
Trusted Australian health resources from Healthdirect, Beyond Blue, Stroke Foundation, and other authoritative sources. Browse by category or search for a topic.
Chest Pain
Understanding different types of chest pain, when to call 000, and what to expect at the hospital.
HealthdirectAll
Heart Attack
Signs, symptoms, and what to do if you or someone else is having a heart attack.
HealthdirectConsumer
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Causes, symptoms, and treatment of blood clots in the legs.
HealthdirectAll
Pulmonary Embolism
What a pulmonary embolism is, its symptoms, and why it's a medical emergency.
HealthdirectAll
Heart Failure
Understanding heart failure, managing symptoms, and knowing when to seek help.
HealthdirectAll
Fainting (Syncope)
Why people faint, first aid for fainting, and when to see a doctor.
HealthdirectConsumer
Breathing Problems
When breathlessness is an emergency and what causes difficulty breathing.
HealthdirectConsumer
Asthma Action Plans
How to create and use an asthma action plan, including first aid steps for an attack.
Asthma CouncilAll
Cold vs Flu — Know the Difference
How to tell if you have a cold or flu, when to see a doctor, and self-care tips.
HealthdirectConsumer
Pneumonia
Symptoms of pneumonia, how it's diagnosed and treated, and when to go to hospital.
HealthdirectAll
Croup
What croup sounds like, home treatment, and when your child needs emergency care.
HealthdirectConsumer
Antibiotics: When Do You Really Need Them?
Why antibiotics don't work for colds and flu, and when they are actually needed.
NPS MedicineWiseConsumer
FAST Test for Stroke
Learn the FAST signs of stroke: Face, Arms, Speech, Time. Every minute counts.
Stroke FoundationAll
Stroke
Types of stroke, risk factors, treatment, and recovery information.
HealthdirectAll
Headaches
Types of headache, home treatment, and when a headache needs urgent medical attention.
HealthdirectConsumer
Migraine
Understanding migraines, triggers, treatments, and prevention strategies.
HealthdirectConsumer
Meningitis
Recognising meningitis symptoms, the glass test for rash, and why immediate action is critical.
HealthdirectAll
Seizures and Epilepsy
Understanding seizures and epilepsy, including first aid and when to call an ambulance.
HealthdirectAll
Back Pain — When Is It Serious?
Red flag symptoms that mean back pain needs urgent attention, including cauda equina syndrome.
HealthdirectAll
Abdominal Pain
Common causes of stomach pain, when to go to the emergency department, and what tests you may need.
HealthdirectConsumer
Vomiting Blood
Why vomiting blood is always a medical emergency and what to do.
HealthdirectAll
Gastroenteritis (Gastro)
How to manage gastro at home, prevent dehydration, and when to see a doctor.
HealthdirectConsumer
Bowel Cancer Screening
Who should be screened, the free National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, and warning signs.
Cancer AustraliaAll
Get Immediate Support
If you or someone you know needs help now — crisis support lines and what to expect.
Beyond BlueConsumer
Mental Health
Overview of mental health conditions, where to get help, and Medicare-funded support.
HealthdirectConsumer
Understanding Depression
Signs, causes, and evidence-based treatments for depression, including how to get a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Beyond BlueConsumer
Understanding Anxiety
What anxiety disorders look like, panic attacks, and how to access treatment.
Beyond BlueConsumer
Self-harm
Understanding self-harm, how to get help, and supporting someone who self-harms.
HealthdirectAll
Psychosis
What psychosis is, early warning signs, and how to support someone experiencing psychotic symptoms.
HealthdirectAll
Alcohol and Drug Support
Where to get help for drug and alcohol problems, including free helplines.
HealthdirectConsumer
Clinical Resources: Depression
Clinical practice guidelines, screening tools (PHQ-9, K10), and stepped care model for depression management.
Black DogProfessional
Broken Bones (Fractures)
First aid for suspected fractures, when to go to ED, and what to expect.
HealthdirectConsumer
Low Back Pain
Self-management of back pain, staying active, and red flag symptoms that need urgent assessment.
HealthdirectConsumer
Warning Signs in Pregnancy
Symptoms during pregnancy that need urgent medical attention, including bleeding and pain.
HealthdirectConsumer
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Symptoms, treatment, and prevention of urinary tract infections.
HealthdirectConsumer
Testicular Torsion
Why sudden testicular pain is a surgical emergency and why you should go to ED immediately.
HealthdirectConsumer
Cellulitis
How to recognise a spreading skin infection and when antibiotics are needed.
HealthdirectAll
Burns and Scalds
First aid for burns (20 minutes of cool running water), when to go to hospital.
HealthdirectConsumer
Anaphylaxis Action Plans
How to use an EpiPen, recognise anaphylaxis, and manage severe allergic reactions.
ASCIAAll
Acute Rheumatic Fever & Rheumatic Heart Disease
Understanding ARF/RHD — why sore throats matter, how to prevent heart damage, and the importance of secondary prophylaxis.
RHDAustraliaAll
Diabetes and Foot Care
Daily foot checks, preventing ulcers, and when to seek urgent care for foot wounds.
Diabetes Aust.All
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
Culturally safe health services, Closing the Gap, and accessing Aboriginal Health Services.
HealthdirectAll
Sick Children — When to See a Doctor
Warning signs in unwell children, when to call 000, and how to manage common childhood illnesses.
HealthdirectConsumer
Dehydration in Babies and Children
Signs of dehydration, oral rehydration, and when to go to the emergency department.
HealthdirectConsumer
Fever in Children
Parent fact sheet on fever — when to worry, how to manage at home, and when to see a doctor.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Croup
Understanding the barking cough and noisy breathing of croup — home care, when to call 000, and what to expect.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Gastroenteritis (Gastro)
Managing vomiting and diarrhoea in children — fluids, diet, and signs of dehydration to watch for.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Asthma
Asthma action plans, how to use a spacer, recognising a flare-up, and when to seek emergency care.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Bronchiolitis
Common winter illness in babies under 12 months — feeding difficulties, breathing signs, and when to go to hospital.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Febrile Convulsions
What to do if your child has a seizure with fever — first aid, what to expect, and when to call 000.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Head Injuries — What to Watch For
Signs of serious head injury in children, when to go to ED, and home observation guide.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Burns
First aid for burns in children — cool running water for 20 minutes, when to go to hospital.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Pain Relief for Children
Safe use of paracetamol and ibuprofen in children — dosing by weight, when NOT to give ibuprofen.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Allergic and Anaphylactic Reactions
Recognising allergic reactions and anaphylaxis in children — EpiPen use, when to call 000.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Abdominal Pain in Children
Common causes of tummy pain in kids, red flags to watch for, and when to see a doctor.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Rashes — A Guide for Parents
Common childhood rashes, the glass test for meningococcal rash, and when to seek urgent care.
RCH MelbourneConsumer
Fever in Children
Managing fever at home, when to worry, and when to bring your child to the emergency department.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Croup
What croup sounds like, home management, and signs that your child needs emergency care.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Gastroenteritis
Preventing dehydration in children with gastro — oral rehydration, what to feed, and warning signs.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Asthma in Children
Recognising asthma symptoms, using spacers and puffers, and the 4×4×4 first aid plan.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Bronchiolitis
A guide for parents on bronchiolitis in babies — feeding, breathing signs, and when to go to hospital.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Head Injury in Children
What to watch for after a head bump, the observation checklist, and when to return to ED.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Burns and Scalds
First aid for burns — cool running water for 20 minutes, cling wrap, and when to call 000.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Febrile Convulsions
What febrile seizures are, first aid during a seizure, and when to call an ambulance.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis
Recognising anaphylaxis, using an EpiPen, and emergency action plan for children.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Abdominal Pain
Common causes of abdominal pain in children, when it might be appendicitis, and when to go to ED.
SCH SydneyConsumer
Fever in Children — Clinical Practice Guideline
Evidence-based management of fever in children, including traffic light assessment system.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Croup — Clinical Practice Guideline
Assessment and management of croup: Westley score, prednisolone dosing, nebulised adrenaline criteria.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Bronchiolitis — Clinical Practice Guideline
Assessment and management of bronchiolitis: supportive care, nasogastric feeds, oxygen criteria.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Gastroenteritis — Clinical Practice Guideline
Assessment of dehydration in children, oral rehydration protocol, IV fluid guidelines.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Acute Asthma — Clinical Practice Guideline
Severity assessment, salbutamol dosing, ipratropium criteria, IV magnesium, and discharge planning.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Head Injury — Clinical Practice Guideline
PECARN decision rules, CT criteria, observation protocol, and discharge advice.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Pain Assessment and Management — Clinical Practice Guideline
Age-appropriate pain scales (FLACC, Wong-Baker, NRS), analgesic dosing, and procedural sedation.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Febrile Child — Clinical Practice Guideline
Risk stratification of the febrile child: traffic light system, investigation pathway, and disposition.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Seizures and Status Epilepticus — Clinical Practice Guideline
Acute seizure management: midazolam dosing, status epilepticus protocol, and first seizure workup.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Burns — Clinical Practice Guideline
Burns assessment (Lund-Browder), fluid resuscitation, analgesia, and referral criteria.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Anaphylaxis — Clinical Practice Guideline
Recognition and management of anaphylaxis: adrenaline dosing by age/weight, observation period.
RCH MelbourneProfessional
Eye Injuries
First aid for eye injuries including chemical burns — irrigate for 20 minutes.
HealthdirectConsumer
Sudden Vision Loss
Why sudden vision loss is always an emergency and what conditions can cause it.
HealthdirectAll
Ear Infections
Symptoms of ear infections in children and adults, treatment options, and when to see a doctor.
HealthdirectConsumer
Snake Bite First Aid
Pressure immobilisation technique, what NOT to do, and why you must call 000.
HealthdirectConsumer
Domestic Violence — Getting Help
Recognising domestic violence, safety planning, and 1800RESPECT helpline.
HealthdirectConsumer
Healthdirect Symptom Checker
Check your symptoms online and get guidance on the right care for you.
HealthdirectConsumer
When to Call 000
Know when a situation is a medical emergency and how to call Triple Zero.
HealthdirectConsumer
National Health Services Directory
Find health services near you — GPs, hospitals, pharmacies, and specialists.
HealthdirectConsumer
Medicine Information
Consumer and clinician information on medicines, including CMI and interactions.
NPS MedicineWiseAll
Type 2 Diabetes
Understanding type 2 diabetes, lifestyle management, blood glucose targets, and medications.
Diabetes Aust.Consumer
Type 1 Diabetes
Living with type 1 diabetes: insulin management, hypo treatment, and continuous glucose monitoring.
Diabetes Aust.Consumer
Gestational Diabetes
Managing blood glucose in pregnancy, risks for mother and baby, and postnatal screening.
Diabetes Aust.Consumer
Hypoglycaemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Recognising and treating hypoglycaemia — symptoms, the 15/15 rule, and preventing recurrence.
Diabetes Aust.All
NDSS — National Diabetes Services Scheme
Free support programs, subsidised supplies, and education services for people living with diabetes.
NDSSConsumer
Diabetes
Overview of diabetes types, symptoms, diagnosis, and Australian health services.
HealthdirectConsumer
Hyperglycaemia (High Blood Sugar)
Causes of high blood glucose, symptoms, and when to seek urgent care including DKA signs.
HealthdirectAll
Thyroid Conditions
Understanding hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroiditis, and Graves disease — symptoms and treatment.
Thyroid Aust.Consumer
Thyroid Disease
How the thyroid gland works, thyroid tests, and treatment options for thyroid disorders.
HealthdirectConsumer
Diabetes Complications
Long-term complications of diabetes including eye disease, kidney disease, nerve damage, and cardiovascular risk.
Diabetes Aust.Consumer
Cancer Information
Trusted information on cancer types, treatment options, side effects, and support services in Australia.
Cancer CouncilConsumer
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program
Free bowel cancer screening for Australians 45–74 years — how the test works and how to return it.
Dept of HealthConsumer
BreastScreen Australia
Free mammograms every two years for women 40 years and over — find your nearest BreastScreen service.
Dept of HealthConsumer
National Cervical Screening Program
Cervical Screening Test every five years for women aged 25–74 — what changed from Pap smears.
Dept of HealthConsumer
Breast Cancer
Signs, diagnosis, surgical and medical treatment of breast cancer — Australian clinical information.
Cancer AustraliaAll
Lung Cancer
Risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for lung cancer in Australia.
Cancer AustraliaAll
Prostate Cancer
Understanding prostate cancer, PSA testing, active surveillance, and treatment options.
PCFAConsumer
Sun Safety and Skin Cancer Prevention
Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide — UV protection and how to reduce your skin cancer risk.
Cancer CouncilConsumer
Melanoma — Signs and Risk Factors
The ABCDE guide to spotting melanoma, risk factors, and the importance of regular skin checks.
MIAConsumer
Cancer Council Helpline — 13 11 20
Free cancer information and support from Cancer Council — talk to a trained professional.
Cancer CouncilConsumer
Cancer Screening in Australia
Overview of Australia's free national cancer screening programs and who is eligible.
HealthdirectConsumer
Heart Attack — Signs and Action
Recognising heart attack warning signs, calling 000, and the importance of not waiting.
Heart FoundationConsumer
Blood Pressure
Understanding blood pressure numbers, lifestyle changes, and medications for hypertension.
Heart FoundationConsumer
Cholesterol
What cholesterol is, healthy levels, and how diet and medication can reduce cardiovascular risk.
Heart FoundationConsumer
Atrial Fibrillation (AF)
What AF feels like, why it increases stroke risk, and treatment including anticoagulation.
Heart FoundationConsumer
Stroke Recovery
Rehabilitation after stroke, managing disability, and returning to daily life.
Stroke FoundationConsumer
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Causes of hypertension, lifestyle changes, medications, and when to see your doctor.
HealthdirectAll
Heart Palpitations
Common causes of palpitations, when to seek urgent care, and what tests may be needed.
HealthdirectConsumer
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Common STIs in Australia, symptoms, testing, treatment, and how to protect yourself and partners.
HealthdirectConsumer
HIV
How HIV is transmitted, testing, treatment with antiretrovirals, and living well with HIV.
HealthdirectConsumer
Sexual Health Information
Comprehensive sexual health information including contraception, STIs, and testing services.
Shine SAConsumer
Contraception
Comprehensive guide to contraceptive options available in Australia — effectiveness, cost, and how to access them.
FP NSWConsumer
Chlamydia
Australia's most common STI — symptoms (often none), testing, and treatment.
HealthdirectConsumer
Gonorrhoea
Symptoms, rising antibiotic resistance, testing, and treatment of gonorrhoea.
HealthdirectConsumer
LGBTIQ+ Health
Health and wellbeing resources for LGBTIQ+ people in Australia, including sexual health and mental health.
ACONConsumer
PrEP — HIV Prevention
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention — who it is for, how to access it on the PBS.
HealthdirectConsumer
Living With Asthma
Managing asthma day-to-day: action plans, triggers, inhaler technique, and preventers.
Asthma Aust.Consumer
COPD — Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Understanding COPD, managing breathlessness, pulmonary rehabilitation, and medications.
Lung FoundationConsumer
Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease stages, diet, blood pressure management, and dialysis options.
Kidney HealthConsumer
Epilepsy — Living with Epilepsy
Seizure types, medication management, driving rules, workplace rights, and first aid.
Epilepsy ActionConsumer
Arthritis — Managing Your Condition
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis: treatments, exercise, joint protection, and specialist care.
Arthritis Aust.Consumer
Bladder and Bowel Continence
Managing incontinence: pelvic floor exercises, bladder training, products, and finding help.
Continence FdnConsumer
Chronic Pain — Understanding and Management
What chronic pain is, the biopsychosocial model, pain clinics, and self-management strategies.
Pain AustraliaConsumer
Chronic Conditions — Managing Your Health
Chronic disease management plans (CDMPs) and team care arrangements through your GP.
HealthdirectConsumer
My Aged Care
Government entry point for aged care services — assessment, home care, residential aged care, and costs.
My Aged CareConsumer
Dementia
Types of dementia, early signs, diagnosis, care planning, and support for families and carers.
Dementia Aust.Consumer
Carer Gateway
Free services for unpaid carers: counselling, respite, financial assistance, and peer support.
Carer GatewayConsumer
Healthy Ageing
Staying active, preventing falls, medication management, and maintaining independence as you age.
HealthdirectConsumer
Falls Prevention in Older People
Why older people fall, home hazard checks, exercise programs, and medication review for fall prevention.
HealthdirectAll
Aged Care Assessment (ACAT/ACAS)
How to apply for an aged care assessment and what to expect — entry point to government-funded care.
HealthdirectConsumer
Oral Health Information
Dental hygiene, gum disease, tooth decay, and finding a dentist — Australian Dental Association.
ADAConsumer
Toothache
Common causes of toothache, home relief, and when to see a dentist urgently.
HealthdirectConsumer
Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease)
Signs of gum disease, how it links to cardiovascular and diabetes risk, and treatment.
HealthdirectConsumer
Child Dental Benefits Schedule
Medicare-funded dental treatment for eligible children 0–17 years — up to $1,000 over two years.
Services Aust.Consumer
Mouth Sores and Ulcers
Causes of mouth ulcers, when to see a doctor, and links to systemic conditions.
HealthdirectConsumer
Australian Dietary Guidelines
How much to eat from each food group to stay healthy — the five food groups and recommended serves.
Eat for HealthConsumer
Physical Activity Guidelines
Australia's physical activity and sedentary behaviour guidelines for adults and children.
Dept of HealthConsumer
Sleep Health
How much sleep you need, sleep hygiene tips, sleep disorders, and where to get help.
Sleep HealthConsumer
Alcohol and Health
Australian alcohol guidelines, low-risk drinking, and where to get help for alcohol problems.
ADFConsumer
Quit Smoking
Strategies to quit smoking, nicotine replacement therapy, Quitline (13 7848), and the benefits of quitting.
QuitConsumer
LiveLighter — Healthy Eating
Healthy eating tips, waist measurement targets, and the harms of excess weight.
LiveLighterConsumer
Osteoporosis
Bone density, fracture risk, calcium and vitamin D, and medications for osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis Aust.Consumer
Osteoarthritis
Managing osteoarthritis of the hip, knee, and hands — exercise, weight management, and pain relief.
Arthritis Aust.Consumer
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, disease-modifying drugs, and monitoring for complications.
Arthritis Aust.Consumer
Musculoskeletal Conditions
Information on musculoskeletal conditions, pain management, exercise, and finding an MSK specialist.
MSK Aust.Consumer
Neck Pain
Causes of neck pain, red flag symptoms, and self-management.
HealthdirectConsumer
Knee Pain
Common causes of knee pain including ligament injuries, arthritis, and when to see a doctor.
HealthdirectConsumer
Eye Health — Optometry Australia
Regular eye tests, common eye conditions, children's vision, and finding an optometrist.
Optometry Aust.Consumer
Glaucoma
The 'silent thief of sight' — who is at risk, how glaucoma is detected, and treatment options.
Glaucoma Aust.Consumer
Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration, the Amsler grid self-test, and anti-VEGF injections.
Macular Disease FdnConsumer
Vision Loss — Support and Services
Support for people who are blind or have low vision — adaptive technology, rehab, and NDIS support.
Vision AustraliaConsumer
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
Viral vs bacterial conjunctivitis, self-care, when to see a doctor, and how to prevent spread.
HealthdirectConsumer
Hearing Loss
Types of hearing loss, the free Hearing Australia service, and hearing aids on the OHS.
Hearing Aust.Consumer
Tinnitus
Understanding tinnitus, management strategies, sound therapy, and support resources.
Tinnitus Aust.Consumer
Sore Throat
Causes of sore throat, when antibiotics are needed, and recognising signs of peritonsillar abscess.
HealthdirectConsumer
Nosebleed (Epistaxis)
First aid for nosebleeds — pinch and lean forward for 20 minutes, when to go to hospital.
HealthdirectConsumer
Vertigo and Dizziness
Causes of vertigo, BPPV, the Epley manoeuvre, and when vertigo is an emergency.
HealthdirectConsumer
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Managing eczema with moisturisers, topical steroids, wet dressings, and avoiding triggers.
Eczema Assoc.Consumer
Psoriasis
Types of psoriasis, treatments from topical creams to biologics, and the link to psoriatic arthritis.
Psoriasis Aust.Consumer
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Shingles rash, antiviral treatment within 72 hours, post-herpetic neuralgia, and the free shingles vaccine.
HealthdirectConsumer
Hives (Urticaria)
Acute and chronic hives, common triggers, antihistamine treatment, and when anaphylaxis is a concern.
HealthdirectConsumer
Wound Care
How to clean and dress wounds, signs of infection, and when to get stitches or see a doctor.
HealthdirectConsumer
Men's Health — Andrology Australia
Men's hormonal and reproductive health: testosterone, erectile dysfunction, fertility, and prostate.
Andrology Aust.Consumer
Prostate Health
Prostate enlargement (BPH), prostatitis, PSA testing, and prostate cancer — what men need to know.
PCFAConsumer
Men's Mental Health
Why men are less likely to seek help, signs of depression in men, and how to reach out.
Beyond BlueConsumer
Movember — Men's Health
Men's mental health, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer awareness and resources.
MovemberConsumer
Men's Health
Health topics specific to men — regular check-ups, screenings, and lifestyle risk factors.
HealthdirectConsumer
Jean Hailes for Women's Health
Evidence-based information on menopause, PCOS, endometriosis, pelvic health, and women's hormonal health.
Jean HailesConsumer
Endometriosis
Understanding endometriosis, getting a diagnosis, treatment options, and impact on fertility.
Endo AustraliaConsumer
Pelvic Floor Health
Pelvic floor exercises, prolapse, incontinence, and finding a women's health physiotherapist.
Pelvic Floor FirstConsumer
1800RESPECT — Domestic Violence Support
National 1800RESPECT helpline for people experiencing family and domestic violence or sexual assault.
1800RESPECTConsumer
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby
Trusted information on pregnancy, preparing for birth, newborn care, and breastfeeding.
PBBConsumer
Menopause
Perimenopause, hot flushes, hormone replacement therapy, and mental health during menopause.
HealthdirectConsumer
Women's Health
Health topics for women across all life stages — puberty, reproductive health, menopause, and ageing.
HealthdirectConsumer
First Aid — St John Ambulance Australia
First aid guides for CPR, choking, bleeding, fractures, and more — including free downloadable resources.
St JohnConsumer
CPR — How to Perform
Step-by-step CPR instructions for adults, children, and infants — push hard and fast on the chest.
HealthdirectConsumer
Poisons Information Centre — 13 11 26
24/7 poisons advice for Australia — what to do if someone has swallowed, inhaled, or been exposed to a poison.
Poisons InfoConsumer
Anaphylaxis — Emergency Response
ASCIA anaphylaxis first aid action plans, EpiPen training, and schools protocol.
ASCIAAll
First Aid Basics
Overview of first aid essentials including DRS ABCD, choking, and bleeding control.
HealthdirectConsumer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Managing IBS symptoms with diet, stress management, and medications.
HealthdirectConsumer
Reflux (GORD)
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease — symptoms, lifestyle changes, and medications.
HealthdirectConsumer
Appendicitis
Symptoms of appendicitis, when to go to the ED, and what to expect from surgery.
HealthdirectConsumer
Constipation
Causes, dietary fibre, fluids, and laxative options for constipation.
HealthdirectConsumer
Pre-eclampsia
Warning signs of pre-eclampsia in pregnancy — headache, visual disturbance, swelling, and right upper quadrant pain.
HealthdirectAll
Miscarriage
Understanding miscarriage — symptoms, emotional support, and when to seek medical help.
HealthdirectConsumer
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS symptoms, hormonal investigations, weight management, and fertility treatment.
HealthdirectConsumer
Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services
Find an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) near you.
NACCHOConsumer
Closing the Gap — Health Measures
Programs addressing health disparities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
HealthdirectConsumer
Telehealth — Seeing a Doctor Online
How telehealth works in Australia, Medicare-funded telehealth, and when an in-person visit is needed.
HealthdirectConsumer
Immunisation — Vaccines in Australia
The National Immunisation Program schedule, travel vaccines, and how to check your vaccination history.
Dept of HealthConsumer
Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion
Recognising heat exhaustion and heat stroke — cooling measures and when to call 000.
HealthdirectConsumer
Drowning First Aid
Immediate response to drowning — calling 000, rescue breathing, and CPR.
HealthdirectConsumer
Spider Bite First Aid
First aid for redback and funnel-web spider bites — cold pack, pressure immobilisation, and antivenom.
HealthdirectConsumer
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