Welcome to the Emergency Department (ED). This information will help you understand what will happen while you are at Emergency Department.

    Publication date: 2014/01/16 05:30:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Fact sheet about sickle sell disease, a hereditary disease that affects blood cells causing problems such as anaemia and frequent infections. Includes information about diagnosis and management of the disease.

    Publication date: 2014/03/03 03:30:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Guide to understanding the Sickle cell anaemia

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:27:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Sign saying, 'If you are breastfeeding your baby, please inform the staff before being injected.'

    Publication date: 2012/05/09 07:30:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

‘Looking after your scars’ describes why scars occur after cardiac surgery and how to care for these scars.

    Publication date: 2015/03/22 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

The communication tools provide patients/family/carers with information about the dying process. They do NOT replace clinical staff’s responsibility to commence and continue communicating with the patient and/or their family/carers during this time

    Publication date: 2018/01/31 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2019-07-09

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Ageing, Carers

Family Help Kit. Suicide Prevention - Language: vietnamese - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/family-help-kit

Information for parents abour peanut allergy in children.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 17:26:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

Publication date: 2022/04/06 12:30:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

     Audience: 
    General Public

The shower chair resource provides clear, concise instructions on using a shower chair safely

    Publication date: Mar 20th, 2017

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Ageing, Mobility

Publication date: 2022/04/06 12:30:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

     Audience: 
    General Public

This resource outlines some of the links between diabetes and oral health.

    Publication date: 2025/03/19 14:00:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Adults

Information for parents of children having heart surgery at the Sydney Children's Hospital.Includes information on what to expect before and after surgery, and what services and facilities are available for families in the hospital.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 06:45:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

Children of Parents with a mental illness, UK

Fact sheet about measles, including information about how the infection is spread,symptoms, treatment and immunisation.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

The Smoke-free Environment Act 2000 requires enclosed public places in NSW to be smoke-free. This factsheet provides general information on issues related to passive smoking.

    Publication date: 2012/04/12 08:25:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

A parents' guide to recognising and coping with depression in children.

    Publication date: 2012/06/06 04:45:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

A guide to preventing listeriosis, a rare but serious foodborne disease.

    Publication date: 2009/11/26 06:05:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is recommended for screening for depression in the antenatal and postnatal periods. The following EDPS translations have been linguistically validated (forward and back translations by Western Sydney Local Health District Translation Services. Translations for either antenatal and postnatal use are printed on official NSW Health forms for accurate scanning into health medical records. Please be aware that scores used to identify possible depression in migrant and refugee women are generally lower than those used in the general Australian population. Use the following guide for screening: The EPDS is a screening tool not a diagnostic one and designed to identify those who require a more comprehensive mental health assessment. Complete the first antenatal screening as early as practical in pregnancy and repeat screening at least once later in pregnancy. Complete the first postnatal screening 6-12 weeks after birth and repeat screening at least once in the first postnatal year. For a woman with an EPDS score between 10 and 12, monitor and repeat in 2-4 weeks as the score may change subsequently. Arrange further assessment of perinatal women with an EPDS score of 13 or more. For a woman with a positive score on Question 10, undertake or arrange immediate further mental health assessment and if there is any disclosure of suicidal ideation, rake urgent action in accordance with local protocol. Use appropriate antenatal or postnatal NSW Health forms below:

    Publication date: 2019/12/12 17:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2023-03-28

     Organisation: 
    Perinatal Child and Youth Mental Health Branch Ministry of Health

     Audience: 
    Pregnancy and Postnatal Care, Maternal Health, Mental Health

Thinking of having a baby – planning a pregnancy and becoming pregnant:A brochure which provides factual, simple information for women to prepare for pregnancy and tips on keeping healthy whilst pregnant.

    Publication date: 2013/11/12 06:20:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Mothers

Linking physical and mental health care... it makes sense for people who use mental health services - Language: Italian - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/linking-physical-and-mental-health-care/linking-physical-and-mental-health-care

It covers the basics of breastfeeding, how and when to feed the baby, explains the normal breast changes and what is not normal when breastfeeding.The resource also provides the contact numbers on where to get help when needed. The resource have been translated in the following languages: Mongolian, Nepalese, Bengali, Indonesian and Thai.

    Publication date: 2021/01/28 13:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    General Public

This resource is intended to be a foldable wallet sized checklist of questions to consider asking health professionals to participate in your health care.

    Publication date: 2016/03/02 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

A guide to MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, a bacteria which can cause infections that most antibiotics cannot kill.Includes information on prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 05:10:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

NSW has a network of TB Prevention and Control Service / Chest Clinics located across the state. The network aims to provide a comprehensive, culturally appropriate and accessible service to all. Our goals are to cure TB, reduce TB illness and prevent the spread of TB within the community.

    Publication date: 2013/12/02 04:05:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

A booklet to help families and friends of people affected by drug or alcohol abuse.

    Publication date: 2012/04/12 03:25:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Mental Health Month 2011. Wellbeing: Invest In Your Life - Language: Greek - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/general-mental-wellbeing-resources/wellbeing-invest-in-your-life

Information about the BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin) vaccination to help prevent tuberculosis, including who should have the vaccination and who should not, its advantages and disadvantages, and side effects.

    Publication date: 2013/12/04 01:36:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

What to bring to hospital when having a baby details what families need to organise so their partner/ support person feel prepared and are as comfortable as possible for their hospital stay.

    Publication date: 2019/12/06 15:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-10-29

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Women who are giving birth, her partner or her prime caretaker

Information about breastfeeding and postnatal

    Publication date: 2013/10/30 01:30:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Mothers

language: albanian (gjuha shqipe), Source: https://www.bloodpressureuk.org/resources/publications/translated-blood-pressure-information/

Information about psittacosis, an uncommon disease that can be passed to humans by birds. Includes causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 05:25:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

• Source: https://www.mimi-bestellportal.de
• English Title: "Guidebook Depression - Edition Bavaria"

A brochure introducing advance care planning for wide distribution.

    Publication date: 2017/02/20 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Ageing, Carers

Mental Health Month 2012. Celebrate, Connect and Grow - Language: Dari - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/general-mental-wellbeing-resources/celebrate-connect-grow

Type 2 Diabetes is a common and chronic condition which accounts for 85-90% ofpeople with diabetes.

    Publication date: 2015/10/20 14:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Publication date: 2022/04/06 12:30:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

     Audience: 
    General Public

Two page flyer showing the recommended proportions of each food group in the diet, what a standard serve is and how many standard serves are recommended each day for adults and children.

    Publication date: 2015/02/23 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-07-11

     Organisation: 
    South Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

The communication tools provide patients/family/carers with information about the dying process. They do NOT replace clinical staff’s responsibility to commence and continue communicating with the patient and/or their family/carers during this time

    Publication date: 2018/01/31 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2019-07-09

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Ageing, Carers

Information about boils and impetigo ('school sores'), including causes, prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2009/11/26 06:05:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

This factsheet provide questions and answers on the implications of the Smoke-free Environment Act 2000 for commercial outdoor dining areas in NSW from 6 July 2015

    Publication date: 2015/04/07 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Smokers

Did you know that Shisha smoking can increase your risk of COVID-19 infection through?

    Publication date: 2021/05/27 10:00:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    General Public

This factsheet provide questions and answers on the implications of the Smoke-free Environment Act 2000 for commercial outdoor dining areas in NSW from 6 July 2015

    Publication date: 2015/04/07 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Smokers

Health and wellbeing of older people in our community - Language: Greek - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/health-and-wellbeing-of-older-people/health-and-wellbeing-of-older-people

Summary of the resource: Incontinent pelvic floor patients are asked to complete a bladder diary to assist their physiotherapist devise a treatment plan and monitor their progress. The ‘Bladder Diary’ resource is a form that can be completed for this purpose to monitor fluid intake and urinary output.

    Publication date: 2015/07/13 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Women

Information about cataracts including symptoms and treatment.

    Publication date: 2013/10/17 04:40:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Family Help Kit. Psychosis - Language: Serbian - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/family-help-kit

An information sheet for post-operative patients with pin sites to their fingers/hand/wrist. It educates patients on monitoring for infection and what they should and should not do with pins in place.

    Publication date: 2020/09/30 15:00:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    General Public

This resource provides information for patients to plan their progress and clarify their care and expectations for elective joint surgery.

    Publication date: 2015/07/13 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

An educational resource for women with intellectual disability, their families, health care providers, carers and support workers.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Womans

Information to tell clients to call TIS if they need information in their own language

    Publication date: 2012/03/07 05:10:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

This resource aims to help keep people healthy and well by encouraging people to move their bodies. Every move counts in increasing participation in the recommended levels of physical activity.

    Publication date: 2023/12/19 17:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

     Audience: 
    General Public

Information for parents abour peanut allergy in children.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 17:26:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

A guide to Ross River fever, a disease spread by mosquitoes which causes flu-like symptoms.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:23:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

This is a cover sheet for a hospital discharge medicine list

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Contraception After You Have Had a Baby. This resource summarises options for suitable contraception after giving birth, including suitable options for breastfeeding mothers. Translations of these resources were funded through Multicultural Health Funding Program 2017-2018

    Publication date: 2019/12/05 14:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2022-10-28

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Women who are in childbearing age

The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is recommended for screening for depression in the antenatal and postnatal periods. The following EDPS translations have been linguistically validated (forward and back translations by Western Sydney Local Health District Translation Services. Translations for either antenatal and postnatal use are printed on official NSW Health forms for accurate scanning into health medical records. Please be aware that scores used to identify possible depression in migrant and refugee women are generally lower than those used in the general Australian population. Use the following guide for screening: The EPDS is a screening tool not a diagnostic one and designed to identify those who require a more comprehensive mental health assessment. Complete the first antenatal screening as early as practical in pregnancy and repeat screening at least once later in pregnancy. Complete the first postnatal screening 6-12 weeks after birth and repeat screening at least once in the first postnatal year. For a woman with an EPDS score between 10 and 12, monitor and repeat in 2-4 weeks as the score may change subsequently. Arrange further assessment of perinatal women with an EPDS score of 13 or more. For a woman with a positive score on Question 10, undertake or arrange immediate further mental health assessment and if there is any disclosure of suicidal ideation, rake urgent action in accordance with local protocol. Use appropriate antenatal or postnatal NSW Health forms below:

    Publication date: 2019/12/12 17:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2023-03-28

     Organisation: 
    Perinatal Child and Youth Mental Health Branch Ministry of Health

     Audience: 
    Pregnancy and Postnatal Care, Maternal Health, Mental Health

Mental Health Month 2010. Building Resilience - Language: Hindi - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/general-mental-wellbeing-resources/building-resilience

Triage Notice

    Publication date: 2012/02/28 05:10:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Triage Notice

    Publication date: 2012/02/28 05:10:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

A Practical Guide. Stress and stress management - Language: Nepali - Source: https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/resources/multilingual-resources-by-title/a-practical-guide-series

Information that might be useful to help you identify if you, or someone you know, needs help with mental health and to find treatment options.

    Publication date: 2022/09/13 16:00:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2022-10-31

     Organisation: 
    WayAhead

     Audience: 
    General Public

Below you will be able to find a series of resources addressing common questions including how to register with a GP, COVID 19 and the vaccine as well as keeping Read More

Information about cataracts including symptoms and treatment.

    Publication date: 2013/10/17 04:40:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All