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Mental illness resources – children and adolescents - 1446.259

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-resources-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides details of information available to support children and young people with a mental health condition, and their families.

VaccinateWA frequently asked questions - 1337.423

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/VaccinateWA-frequently-asked-questions

Frequently asked questions about VaccinateWA.

Buying make up and skin products online - 855.0042

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Purchasing-cosmetics-online

Know about the potential health risks associated with cosmetics manufactured outside of Australia and available for purchase online.

Mental illness - 776.313

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Health-conditions/Mental-illness

A mental illness is a health problem that significantly affects how a person thinks, behaves and interacts with other people.

Community child health nurses - 578.2424

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Community-child-health-nurses

Community child health nurses, employed by WA Health, are registered nurses with qualifications in child and family health.

Psychological support for people affected by cancer - 572.0263

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Psychological-support-for-people-affected-by-cancer

The WA psycho-oncology Service (also known as WAPOS) provides clinical psychology care to adult Western Australians who are affected by cancer – people diagnosed with cancer and care-giving immediate family members.

Lead exposure – minimising the health risks associated with lead in Northampton soils - 538.4461

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Minimising-the-health-risks-associated-with-lead-in-Northampton-soils

Shire of Northampton residents are more likely to be exposed to lead than the general Western Australian population due to a long history of lead mining and processing in the town and surrounding districts.

Mosquito borne diseases overseas - 528.2621

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mosquito-borne-diseases-overseas

In some overseas countries, mosquitoes can transmit serious and potentially fatal diseases such as dengue, malaria and Japanese encephalitis. It is important to visit your GP at least 6 weeks prior to traveling overseas to determine any health risks associated with your destination.

Prevent mosquito bites on holiday overseas - 524.7621

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Prevent-mosquito-bites-on-holiday-overseas

In some overseas countries, mosquitoes can transmit serious and potentially fatal diseases such as dengue, malaria and Japanese encephalitis. It is important to visit your GP at least 6 weeks prior to traveling overseas to determine any health risks associated with your destination.

Care Opinion Dashboard - 513.9219

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Care-Opinion-Dashboard

Care Opinion™ (formerly Patient Opinion) is changing the way that patients and families connect with their healthcare providers. Care Opinion™ Australia is an independent non-profit feedback platform where people can anonymously share their health care experience in Western Australia.

Buying, using, storing and disposing of household chemicals - 508.3433

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Buying-using-storing-and-disposing-of-household-chemicals

How to buy, use, store and dispose of household products that contain chemicals and poisons.

Tanja and Mark's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 495.7916

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Tanja-and-Marks-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

Tanja looked into her baby's eyes and wondered if I was going to feel a surge of love. She knew she loved him but there was something missing. She felt like she was looking at someone else’s baby.

Aboriginal health – managing chronic conditions - 487.3585

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Aboriginal-health-managing-chronic-health-conditions

Chronic disease accounts for two-thirds of premature deaths among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Sophie's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 474.376

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Sophies-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

Sophie had been diagnosed with depression before so she was already aware that she could get help from her GP. She chose to see him because she felt she needed to talk to someone who knew what depression was and she needed medication.

Jane's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 465.2534

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Janes-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

Jane was diagnosed with depression during her second pregnancy after a very loud argument with her husband. Until this point, nobody was able to explain her mood swings, temper tantrums and the other little things she was experiencing.

Benzodiazepine withdrawal - 464

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Benzodiazepine-withdrawal

Information on how to stop using benzodiazepine medication and managing withdrawal symptoms.

Where to get help for a chronic condition - 463.2419

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Where-to-get-help-for-a-chronic-condition

There are a range of support organisations available to help people manage their chronic health condition.

Domestic wastewater overflow – legal powers and responsibilities - 460.4809

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Domestic-wastewater-overflow-legal-powers-and-responsibilities

Under the Health Act 1911 (the Act), the owner and the occupier (the person living at the property) have specific responsibilities for adjoining drains and fittings on their property boundary which are connected with the sewer.

Rachel's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 458.7042

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Rachels-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

When Rachel was going through her darkest times she believed she would never be happy or content again. Rachel believes her PND, while distressing at the time, has changed her for the better.

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) and cancer - 457.9809

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Diethylstilbestrol-DES-and-cancer

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) is a synthetic female hormone previously commonly prescribed to prevent miscarriages. Exposure to DES is associated with a higher risk of breast cancer, birth defects and anatomical changes in male and female reproductive systems.

What Aboriginal women need to know about alcohol - 453.9524

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/What-Aboriginal-women-need-to-know-about-alcohol

Information for Aboriginal women about alcohol, how harmful alcohol use can affect your body, and where to get support and help to reduce your alcohol use

Being dependent on drugs - 447.4864

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Being-dependent-on-drugs

Information for Aboriginal people on what it means to be hooked (dependent) on drugs.

Debbie's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 444.4542

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Debbies-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

Debbie already had a toddler when she had her second child. Her postnatal depression was diagnosed when her new baby was 3 months old.

Allie's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 441.1772

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Allies-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

The story of a professional, intelligent woman who felt she should have been able to deal with postnatal depression.

Living with a chronic condition - 437.1953

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Living-with-a-chronic-condition

A chronic health condition is a persistent long-term illness that can reduce a person’s quality of life and or their life expectancy; however there are many steps a person can take to effectively manage their condition.

What Aboriginal men need to know about alcohol - 432.5023

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/What-Aboriginal-men-need-to-know-about-alcohol

Information for Aboriginal men about alcohol, how harmful alcohol use can affect your body and where to get support and help to reduce your alcohol use.

National guidelines on childhood physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep - 430.1062

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Childhood-physical-activity

The Federal Department of Health produces national guidelines on childhood physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep with the aim of promoting healthier and more active kids.

Assistance with travel costs to receive medical care - 429.8141

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Assistance-with-travel-costs-to-receive-medical-care

Travel and accommodation assistance for Western Australians requiring medical care away from home

Partnering with your health care provider - 426.6772

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Partnering-with-your-health-care-provider

Partnering with your health care provider or carer when you have a chronic condition ensures your health care is planned around your individual circumstances, needs and preferences.

Stay up-to-date with your whooping cough vaccinations - 414.2563

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/News/2023/Stay-up-to-date-with-your-whooping-cough-vaccinations

Today marks Australia's first-ever Whooping Cough Day. An initiative of the Immunisation Foundation of Australia, the theme ‘Stay Up to Date: Vaccinate!’ aims to raise awareness about the risks associated with whooping cough (also known as pertussis) while encouraging all Western Australians to make sure they are up-to-date with their whooping cough vaccinations.

Mixing drugs is dangerous - 409.3435

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mixing-drugs-is-dangerous

Information for Aboriginal people on the dangers of mixing drugs (polydrug use).

Your rights and responsibilities as a patient - 399.7993

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Going-to-hospital/Your-rights-and-responsibilities-as-a-patient

You have a fundamental right to health care that is respectful, responsive and safe. Likewise, you have an obligation to treat staff and other patients with respect and to provide your health practitioner with all relevant health information.

Immunisation before travel - 383.4365

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Immunisation-before-travel

See your doctor before travelling to ensure that you and your children are up-to-date with the recommended vaccination schedule.

How to use an inhaler (puffer) with large volume spacer - 378.2743

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/How-to-use-an-inhaler-puffer-with-large-volume-spacer

Using a spacer ensures that much more of the medication gets down into the lungs compared to using the puffer without a spacer.

Advice for parents with a new baby – care for yourself with a little TLC - 372.6324

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Advice-for-parents-with-a-new-baby-care-for-yourself-with-a-little-TLC

Research shows many therapeutic lifestyle changes (or TLCs) improve mental wellbeing.

Decolonisation treatment for people with MRSA - 370.9711

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Decolonisation-treatment-for-people-with-MRSA

Decolonisation is when topical treatments are used to try and get rid of methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

My Health Record - 366.6167

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/My-Health-Record

People seeking care in Australia can choose to register for an eHealth record.

Acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease - 366.3712

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Acute-rheumatic-fever-and-rheumatic-heart-disease

Acute rheumatic fever (ARF), commonly called rheumatic fever, is the body’s immune system reacting to an untreated infection with bacteria called Group A Streptococcus (GAS).

Screening mammography with BreastScreen WA - 364.3338

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Screening-mammography-with-BreastScreen-WA

BreastScreen WA provides free screening mammograms to women 40 years or over with no breast symptoms, and specifically targets women aged 50-74 years.

How to use an inhaler (puffer) with small volume spacer - 364.2743

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/How-to-use-an-inhaler-puffer-with-small-volume-spacer

A spacer holds the spray from a puffer until it is all breathed into your lungs.

Personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 363.905

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

New parents share their stories of depression and anxiety

Baby play: birth to 18 months - 359.6647

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/baby-play-birth-to-18-months

You are your baby’s first teacher and playmate. The first years of life are the most important time for your child’s brain development. Babies learn best when they are actively involved and having fun with you during everyday activities, so spend time each day playing, learning and having fun with your baby.

Epilepsy - 353.8826

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Living-with-epilepsy-in-WA-finding-the-support-you-need

Epilepsy is a serious neurological condition that affects 2 in every 100 people.

Emotional health in parents with new babies across cultures - 351.6595

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emotional-health-in-parents-with-new-babies-across-cultures

It was once thought that emotional problems like postnatal depression did not occur in every culture. However, many research studies have since shown this is not true.

Contact us - 350.6708

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Contact-us

Contact details for WA Health Department, where to get help

Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) - 348.3562

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/About-sexually-transmissible-infections-STIs

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections or diseases that are passed on during unprotected sex with an infected partner. This includes vaginal, anal or oral sex.

Syphilis in pregnancy - 345.0023

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Syphilis-in-pregnancy

Syphilis can be very dangerous during pregnancy. If a pregnant person has syphilis it can be passed on to her baby. Syphilis is a highly infectious sexually transmitted infection that can easily spread through unprotected oral, vaginal or anal sex. Syphilis can affect the genitals, rectum and mouth.

Common emotional problems in parents with new babies - 344.8141

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Common-emotional-problems-in-parents-with-new-babies

A number of emotional problems can arise when you’re pregnant or have had a baby. Sometimes these emotional problems are all just called postnatal depression. This is not correct and can be misleading, especially since problems can arise during pregnancy too.

Tips for mums with a new baby – how to support your partner - 332.549

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Tips-for-mums-with-a-new-baby-how-to-support-your-partner

Becoming a dad is one of the biggest changes in a man’s life, and your partner needs your support.

Insulin and diabetes - 330.7625

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Insulin-and-diabetes

Insulin injections are required when the body produces little or no insulin, as with type 1 diabetes.