Always dial triple zero (000) in an emergency Children and babies often need different emergency treatment than adults, so take a child (paediatric) first aid course to keep your skills up to date.

What informed consent means You have the right to know about your health problem and any treatments your doctor suggests. This is called informed consent. If you don’t get all the facts, you can’t ...

The right shoe can help keep your feet healthy and your body safe from injury. Shoes should cushion and support your feet, feel comfortable and fit well. Shop for shoes when your feet are at their ...

How dental anxiety or phobia can affect your oral health Avoiding the dentist can result in dental disease getting worse, and a greater need for emergency care or more complex treatment. It can also ...

Giant cell arteritis is inflammation of the arteries that can cause sudden blindness in one or both eyes. New onset headache and vision loss are the most common symptoms. People over the age of 50 ...

The confidential, 24-hour Maternal and Child Health Line can give you information and advice about the care and health of your child (from birth to school age). When you call, qualified maternal and ...

When you need urgent healthcare now, but it's not life-threatening, and you can't wait to see your GP, help is available. Victoria's range of Urgent Care Services offer free help faster. Whether it's ...

People with Down syndrome will enjoy a long, happy and healthy life with an average life expectancy of 60 years of age. There are some common health issues and some more serious medical conditions ...

People have different levels of knowledge about dying. People may or may not want to know what happens when someone dies. There are things you can do to prepare for a person’s death. There may be ...

Soybeans and soy foods may reduce the risk of a range of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease (CHD) and some cancers, as well as improving bone health. Soy ...

Angina is temporary chest pain or discomfort that happens when your heart doesn’t get enough blood and oxygen. Angina can be a symptom of coronary heart disease. If angina symptoms continue for more ...

coronary heart disease – either angina or heart attack (acute myocardial infarction) stroke – either caused by a blockage with a blood clot (called an ischaemic stroke) or the rupturing of a blood ...