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14 Nov 2022... This resource answers some commonly asked questions about skin diseases. What is eczema? What is psoriasis? What is rosacea? How can you keep your skin healthy? What causes acne? Who is affected by acne? How is acne treated? What is skin positivity?

14 Nov 2022... This resource answers some commonly asked questions about rare and genetic diseases. What are rare diseases? Living with rare diseases Ways that you can support people with rare diseases How can I tell if I'm a carrier of a rare disease?

11 Oct 2023... Flu is a serious infection that can spread easily and cause complications. Learn how to prevent and treat it.

01 Oct 2022... Information on how to prevent mosquito-borne diseases after a flood or heavy rainfall. After a flood or heavy rainfall, mosquitoes grow and spread in the pools of water left behind. Mosquitoes can carry diseases and spread them by biting you.

01 Apr 2024... This brochure provides information on the different Hepatitis B medications available in Australia.  It includes practical tips for taking your medication correctly and provides insights into your treatment options to help you manage your health better.

30 Sep 2021... Being told you have oesophagogastric (oesophageal and stomach) cancer or could have oesophagogastric cancer can be overwhelming. A lot can happen quickly, and you might have lots of questions.  This resource can help to guide you and your family and friends through this experience. It has information on tests, referrals, diagnosis, staging, treatment, recovery, and living with advanced cancer.

06 Mar 2024... iGAS is a rare but serious infection caused by a common bacteria. It can cause mild or life-threatening infections in different parts of the body. Learn how to prevent, recognise, and treat iGAS in this video.

01 Oct 2012... This is a fact sheet about typhoid, a disease caused by infection with bacteria called Salmonella Typhi. In Australia, most typhoid infections are acquired overseas and occur after eating contaminated food or water in countries where typhoid is common. It includes information on how the disease is spread, its prevention, and treatment.

01 Dec 2021... This brochure uses illustrations to show how to use a condom. It includes the steps to preparing, using and discarding a condom. It also introduces: The use of barrier methods for forms of oral sex Why do we use condoms  What is an STI What are HIV and AIDS Who can get an STI How you can get an STI Who in WA to see if you have an STI

01 May 2023... This fact sheet explains the signs and symptoms of RSV. Respiratory syncytial ( sin-city-al ) virus (RSV) is the most common cause of respiratory and breathing infections in children. It is a virus that causes infection of the lungs and breathing passages, and is one of the most frequent causes of the common cold. RSV can affect people of all ages. Most children aged under two years have been infected by RSV at some stage, and it is possible to get RSV over and over again. Good hygiene habits can reduce the chance of your child getting the virus or passing it on to others.