In an emergency such as a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) or an asthma attack where breathing is difficult, call triple zero (000) and ask for an ambulance. Anaphylaxis needs emergency first ...

Non-specific urethritis (NSU) is inflammation of a man’s urethra that is not caused by gonorrhoea (a sexually transmissible infection). Symptoms of NSU can be very mild and may be overlooked.

Traveller’s diarrhoea and other food-related illnesses are common while travelling. To keep yourself well while you are away, practise good personal hygiene and make informed choices about food and ...

Sitting or lying down for too long increases your risk of chronic health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Too much sitting can also be bad for your mental health. Being ...

Twins account for 98 per cent of multiple births. Multiple births in Australia have remained relatively stable. In 2021, multiple births accounted for 2.7 per cent of births, which is a very slight ...

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an oral medication that prevents HIV in people at risk of infection with the virus. PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV by up to 99% when taken as prescribed. All ...

The Maternal and Child Health app (MCH app) provides reliable information that families can use every day. Download the free MCH app for trusted information matched to the age of your child, at your ...

Outdoor workers are in one of the highest risk groups for skin cancer and require protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation all year round. Your employer has a duty of care to protect you from ...

Check the ‘use-by’ or ‘best-before’ date when you buy food. ‘Best-before’ dates give you an idea of how long foods will last before they lose quality. Most products will last beyond their ‘best-before ...

Management strategies for pain include pain medicines, physical therapies and complementary therapies (such as acupuncture and massage). Studies suggest that a person's quality of life is influenced ...

The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) service is a free health service. It offers inclusive, community-based support to all Victorian families and carers with children from birth to school age. The MCH ...

There are various non-cancerous conditions that can affect the testicles. The testicles are also prone to injury because they are not protected by muscle or bone. It is important to seek prompt ...