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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/abortion-procedure-medication
01 May 2019... This fact sheet describes the process for undergoing a medical termination, including a consultation with a doctor, medications you will take and where these steps take place.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/after-a-fire-private-drinking-water-and-water-tank-safety
01 Feb 2021... If you live in a bushfire-affected area your water source could become contaminated from debris, ash, small dead animals or aerial fire retardants. If the water tastes, looks or smells unusual, do not drink it or give it to animals. Also, you should not source water from a creek that has been affected by bushfire as the water may be contaminated. Water drawn from deep bores or wells should continue to be safe to use.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/after-a-flood-animal-and-insect-related-hazards
03 Apr 2024... When returning to a flood-affected area, wild animals, including rodents, snakes or spiders, may be trapped in your home, shed or garden. This fact sheet includes information on how to deal with animals and insects after a flood and on minimising the risks.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/after-a-flood-returning-home-safely
03 Apr 2024... Information on how to stay safe after a flood. When returning to your home after a flood, read this information to protect yourself and your family from possible injury or illness.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/all-good-hepatitis-c
01 Aug 2018... This translated website explains in simple ways about hepatitis C transmission and treatment. The information included ranges from what it is and how to get hepatitis C to what is does to a person's body, where to get help and advice and how to avoid giving it to someone.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/asthma-by-the-royal-childrens-hospital
01 Dec 2018... Asthma is a common condition caused by the narrowing of the small air passages in the lungs. The narrowing happens when air passages become swollen and inflamed, causing more mucus to be produced. In addition, the muscle bands around the air passages become tighter. These changes make it harder for air to get in and out of the lungs, and cause wheeze, cough and problems with breathing.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/benefits-of-not-drinking-alcohol-video
01 Jul 2019... What are some of the benefits to reduced drinking? This video explores some of the positives of not drinking alcohol.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/birdie-and-the-cyclone
01 Feb 2017... A big wind blows away Birdie's nest! This is a story for young children about recovering from cyclones. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and 'big feelings'. There's information for parents and carers too. Translations of this resource can be viewed and downloaded by scrolling down to the section "Languages other than English" and selecting your preferred language.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common chest infection in young children, caused by a viral infection of the lungs. The infection causes inflammation and mucus to build up in the airways, making it more difficult to breathe.Bronchiolitis is most common in babies under six months, but sometimes occurs in babies up to 12 months old.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/cataracts-info-sheet
01 Feb 2018... This info sheet provides general information about cataracts, symptoms, risks and what can be done to treat them.
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