There are things you can do before and during your stay in hospital that will help reduce the chance of you getting an infection. Common types of healthcare associated infections are those associated ...

Eating disorders Mental illness and psychological distress Preventing and responding to suicide Treatment, care and support Types of mental illness and psychological distress You have the potential to ...

Cortisol is a hormone made by the two adrenal glands (one is located on each kidney). Some disorders can be treated with synthetic corticosteroids. One of the main side effects of long-term treatment ...

Pathology means the study of disease and its causes and progression. Pathology tests cover blood tests, and tests on urine, stools (faeces) and bodily tissues. If you’re sick, many of the decisions ...

A consumer medicine information (CMI) leaflet gives you important information about your medication. CMIs are available for any medication prescribed by your doctor or for medication available only at ...

9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert ...

If we regularly eat more kilojoules than our body needs, the excess will be stored as body fat. Achieving or maintaining a healthy weight is all about balancing energy we take in and energy we burn. A ...

Managing mental health medications It is important to remember that medications do not cure mental health conditions. They can make your symptoms of mental illness go away or affect you less, but if ...

Planning and making decisions about the end of your life can be a positive experience. It is a good opportunity to reflect on the things that are important to you, and to make arrangements that suit ...

If you have a long-term illness or chronic condition, keep your doctor informed about changes in your health and discuss how often you will need check-ups. Social support can help you maintain your ...

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 ...

Most people’s homes are filled with chemicals that may be toxic. Toxic chemicals are in many products that you use every day. Always store chemicals in sealed containers with proper labels. Make sure ...