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Emergency and crisis - 1316

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emergency-and-crisis-services

There is a range of services available to provide support and immediate response to people in crisis or in need of urgent medical care.

COVID-19 resources for Aboriginal people - 988.3036

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Coronavirus/Coronavirus-information-for-Aboriginal-people

COVID-19 resources for Aboriginal people including fact sheets, posters, videos, radio messages and support phone lists.

Buying make up and skin products online - 818.75

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.

Cervical Screening Registry - 643.623

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Cervical-Screening-Registry

The WA Cervical Cancer Prevention Program (WACCPP) manages a central confidential database of cervical screening and other cervical test results for individuals in Western Australia.

Water filters for your home - 629

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Water-filters-for-your-home

Many types of water filters are available for purchase or hire. They range from the simple bench top style to sophisticated systems requiring special plumbing and electrical work.

Fluoridated drinking water - 609.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Fluoridated-drinking-water

Fluoride is found naturally in all water sources, including fresh and sea water. It is also found naturally in a wide range of food items including tea, fish and rice. It is a normal part of the diet, capable of providing nutritional benefits.

Mental illness treatments and medications - 603.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-treatments-and-medications

Treatment for mental health issues is varied and can involve psychological therapy, community support programs and medication.

Health care options - 602.8011

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Health-care-options

Your symptoms won’t tell you where to go, but it’s good to know you have health care options. If you or someone in your care is injured or unwell and you’re not sure if it’s an emergency always speak to a qualified health professional as soon as possible.

Public hospital patient feedback - 576

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Public-hospital-patient-feedback

List of patient/consumer liaison contacts at WA Health public hospitals.

Drinking water in Western Australia - 504

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Drinking-water-in-Western-Australia

About 90 per cent of Western Australians receive drinking water from licensed and regulated public drinking water supply systems (known as scheme suppliers).

Mental illness acute services for children and adolescents - 488.75

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

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides hospital-based mental health services for children and young people.

Blood donor questionnaire and declaration - 477.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Blood-donor-questionnaire-and-declaration

Lifeblood uses a questionnaire to screen individuals wanting to donate blood to assess their suitability to donate. Donors are also required to make a declaration that the information they provide is given honestly and to the best of their knowledge, and they are informed that making false and misleading declarations has criminal consequences.

Where to get help for a chronic condition - 457.75

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.

GPs - 451.4822

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/GPs

A GP, or general practitioner, is often the first health professional you talk to about your physical and mental health. They are also known as a family doctor or medical practitioner and usually work in a small private practice, clinic or surgery.

Asbestos – contact details - 428.968

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Asbestos-contact-details

Extensive use of asbestos in Western Australia up until 1987, especially in building products, has resulted in widespread presence of asbestos materials in the community.

Telehealth appointments at home - 424.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Telehealth-appointments-at-home

Learn how to install the Scopia Software application on your device for your telehealth appointment at home.

Contact tracing for sexually transmissible infections and blood-borne viruses - 424.1477

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Contact-tracing-for-sexually-transmissible-infections-and-bloodborne-viruses

Contact tracing is a process used to stop the spread of many different infections in the community. This information only looks at contact tracing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs) such as HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B.

Pregnancy and pesticides - 422.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Pregnancy-and-pesticides

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding it is important to avoid direct exposure to pesticides and take the necessary precautions by ensuring the product instructions are followed and the correct amount is used.

Tips for getting professional help for perinatal anxiety or depression - 410.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Tips-for-getting-professional-help-for-perinatal-anxiety-or-depression

Anxiety and depression are fairly common during the perinatal period (that is, both during pregnancy and after the birth of a baby).

Cancer Nurse Coordination Service - 387

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Cancer-Nurse-Coordination-Service

The Cancer Nurse Coordination Service is a team of specialist nurses located in both metropolitan Perth and rural regions of Western Australia.

Preparing yourself for body art - 376.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Preparing-yourself-for-body-art

The body artist wants you to be comfortable and safe. At the same time they need to take care of their own interests and health, so there are a few things they will ask you to do.

Contact us - 373.0341

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

Contact details for WA Health Department, where to get help

Expressing and storing breast milk - 372

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Expressing-and-storing-breast-milk

There may be times where you need to express your milk such as when you return to work, your baby was born prematurely or is unwell, is unable to suck well, is away from you, or if your breasts are too full. This page includes information about expressing, storing, cleaning equipment, transporting and preparing expressed breastmilk for your baby.

Having a baby in the Kimberley - 368.7426

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-Kimberley

Maternity hospitals in the Kimberley include Broome Hospital, Derby Hospital and Kununurra Hospital. The Halls Creek Aboriginal Medical Service and Fitzroy Crossing Community Health Service also provide a Community Midwifery Service, breastfeeding support and help with referrals to other health care providers.

Acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease - 363.25

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).

Infections spread by sexual or blood contact overseas - 357.8076

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Infections-transmitted-sexually-or-by-blood-overseas

If you have unprotected vaginal, oral or anal sex or share needles or unsterile medical equipment you face a significant risk of getting sexually transmitted infections or blood-borne viruses.

Using household chemicals safely - 346.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Using-household-chemicals-safely

How to safely use household chemicals that are found in cleaning, cosmetic, pet care, car and garden products and medications.

Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) - 345.5138

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.

Storing and handling food - 343.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Storing-and-handling-food

Taking care when you store and handle food makes it last longer and can also reduce the risk of food poisoning.

Having a baby in the South West - 341.144

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-South-West

Information about maternity hospitals available throughout the South West region of Western Australia

Acanthamoeba and contact lens use - 319.7971

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Acanthamoeba-and-contact-lens-use

Acanthamoeba, a form of amoeba, may cause infection in people wearing contact lenses. The lenses may cause microscopic abrasions on the surface of the eye, which will allow the amoeba to enter the eye from water or on contact lenses.

Having a baby in the Great Southern - 302.4024

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-Great-Southern

Information about maternity hospitals available throughout the Great Southern region of Western Australia

Health advice for Kimberley residents during the flood - 301.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/News/2023/Health-advice-for-Kimberley-residents-during-the-flood

Residents in the Kimberley region are being urged to stay safe and protect their health following recent major flooding to the area

Community pharmacies can provide routine immunisations - 299.6675

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/News/2024/Community-pharmacies-can-provide-routine-immunisations

Community pharmacists are able to provide National Immunisation Program (NIP) and state-funded vaccines to eligible individuals aged 5 years and above.

Having a baby in the Goldfields - 299.4024

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-Goldfields

Maternity hospitals available in the Goldfields region of Western Australia include Kalgoorlie Hospital and Esperance Hospital.

Human papillomavirus vaccine changes to one dose - 287

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/News/2023/Human-papillomavirus-vaccine-changes-to-one-dose

From 6 February 2023, adolescents in Australia will only need one dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to be considered fully vaccinated.

Having a baby in the Wheatbelt - 286.1524

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-Wheatbelt

Information about maternity hospitals available throughout the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia

P1 and P2 face masks - 279.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/P1-and-P2-face-masks

A P2 disposable face respirator, also called face mask can be worn for protection against health hazards from the environment, working around the home or hobbies.

Having a baby in the Midwest - 278.1524

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-Midwest

Information about maternity hospitals available throughout the midwest region of Western Australia

Go for 2&5 fruit and vegetable campaign - 278

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Go-for-2-and-5

The Go for 2&5 campaign ran in Western Australia from 2002 to 2012. The Go for 2&5 campaign aimed to increase awareness of the need to eat more fruit and vegetables and encourage increased consumption of fruit and vegetables.

Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) - 269.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Sexual-Assault-Resource-Centre-SARC

SARC provides a 24-hour emergency service in metropolitan Perth, Western Australia providing; medical care, forensic examination and counselling support to people who have been sexually assaulted within the previous 14 days.

Tuberculosis BCG vaccination - 266.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Tuberculosis-BCG-Vaccination

BCG is a vaccine against tuberculosis (TB). It uses a live TB germ that has been modified in the laboratory so that it will not cause disease in a healthy person.

Having a baby in the Pilbara - 260.7036

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Having-a-baby-in-the-Pilbara

Information about maternity hospitals available throughout the Pilbara region of Western Australia