The health risks from exposure to naphthalene in moth balls and how to avoid them

    Publication date: 2012/02/15 03:50:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

The StEPS brochure explains why children should have their vision screened before they start school and how children can access the StEPS program and have their vision screened for free before they start school.

    Publication date: 2013/11/13 05:06:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

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

Tips for parents and carers to help develop language and communication skills in young children (0 to 5 years old) where English is not their home or first language.

    Publication date: 2016/02/16 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Parents

The theme for the fact sheet was ‘Wellbeing: Invest in your life’ which provided the target audience with a number of simple, everyday ideas to improve mental, physical, spiritual and social wellbeing

    Publication date: 2013/11/12 00:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Transcultural Mental health centre

     Audience: 
    All

A simple fact sheets that promotes the consumption of water as a drink for children - includes information on why water is important, tips to encourage children to drink water, facts about milk, juice and sweetened drinks

    Publication date: 2013/10/23 06:55:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

Information on why fruit and vegetables are important for good health. Includes tips for including more fruit and vegetables in the diet, and how to ecourage children to eat more of them

    Publication date: 2012/09/08 08:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

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

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

Information about parvovirus B19, a common virus causing 'fifth disease', a mild illness that is more likely to affect children.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 07:05:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

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

This leaflet answers some common questions about Xarelto

    Publication date: 2016/02/07 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

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

Tips for looking after yourself and your new baby.

    Publication date: 2009/09/12 07:25:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Parents

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

Information about the use of antidepressants to treat depression in pregnancy.

    Publication date: 2012/09/24 08:15:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Pregnancy

Guide to understanding the inherited blood disorder thalassaemia - planning to have a family, Please consider having a carrier test for genetic blood disorders

    Publication date: 2012/08/22 05:50:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Australia

     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

Apnoea of prematurity is a breathing pause that can occur in premature babies. This resource provides advice for parents on the management of apnoea of prematurity.

    Publication date: 2017/02/08 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Children, Parents

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

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

A guide to pregnancy and childbirth.

    Publication date: 2012/09/12 07:20:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    womens

Information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of postnatal depression.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 07:25:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Womans

This guide will help support people with mental illness, their family and carers, with the complex and diverse issues which might arise around advance care planning for end of life. The guide is available in eleven community languages.

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

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Ageing, Carers

Calcium is one of the most important minerals in the body. Calcium is important tohelp keep bones and teeth strong. As we get older, our body needs more calcium.

    Publication date: 2015/10/19 14:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

This fact sheet provides information about what to expect with a ureteric stent.

    Publication date: 2015/12/06 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

This resource overviews the Midwifery Support Program. The Program provides postnatal care for women and babies in their own homes after discharge from hospital.

    Publication date: 2015/02/24 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Mothers

Maternal diabetes can lead to complications for babies. This factsheet overviews potential problems for babies born to mothers with diabetes.

    Publication date: 2017/02/13 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Children, Parents

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

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

The Bathboard /Bath seat resource provides clear, concise instructions on using a bathboard/bath seat safely.

    Publication date: 2017/03/20 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Ageing, Mobility

Information for 'contacts' of people with measles - meaning those who've shared the same air as someone with measles. Includes information about symptoms and treatment to prevent the disease.

    Publication date: Sep 19th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Exercises for older people to improve strength and balance at home. It is recommended that you consult your physiotherapist or local medical officer before starting the exercises.

    Publication date: Mar 2nd, 2016

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Feb 19th, 2024

     Organisation: 
    Calvary Health Care

     Audience: 
    Ageing

Health facility posters provided information about measles signs and symptoms and promoted the general public and health care workers to ensure measles cases were quickly identified from other vulnerable persons

    Publication date: Apr 29th, 2013

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

This leaflet answers some common questions about Warfarin

    Publication date: Feb 7th, 2016

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Information about The Combined Pill

    Publication date: 2010/09/17 05:55:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2016-12-01

     Organisation: 
    Family Planning NSW

     Audience: 
    Women

Information pack for parents and carers to manage asthma in children.

    Publication date: Jul 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

A simple fact sheet that promotes the consumption of the recommended number of serves of fruit and vegetables for children – includes what is a serve, tips to get children to eat fruit and vegies and ways to include these in meals and snacks.

    Publication date: 2013/10/23 06:55:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     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

Information about how to use the male condom

    Publication date: 2010/09/16 05:50:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2016-11-29

     Organisation: 
    Family Planning NSW

     Audience: 
    Men

Information about The Copper IUD

    Publication date: 2010/09/01 05:50:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2016-11-29

     Organisation: 
    Family Planning NSW

     Audience: 
    Women

The booklet provides culturally appropriate consumer information about chronic hepatitis B (CHB) for people diagnosed with this chronic condition, which predisposes them to developing liver cancer. It offers plain language information, complemented by pictograms to explain what chronic hepatitis B (CHB) is, what is cirrhosis, their link to liver cancer, what to expect at a medical check-up, who needs medications to treat their disease, tips for staying healthy and what people with CHB can do to protect their close contacts. It includes an appointment card to help patients keep track of their medical appointments.

    Publication date: 2017/10/09 14:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    The Westmead Institute

     Audience: 
    Adult

Breastfeeding Booklets in 8 languages featuring side-by-side Language/English Translation.Topics include expressing & storing breastmilk, colostrum, sore nipples, weaning, engorgement, increasing supply, attachment, working & breastfeeding.

    Publication date: 2017/10/08 14:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    The Australian Breastfeeding Association

     Audience: 
    Mothers

Information about bladder care for women who have just given birth

    Publication date: 2012/04/17 06:25:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    womens

Check list to help children understand which foods make up a healthy lunch box

    Publication date: 2013/12/10 07:05:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

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

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

A guide to leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that can affect humans and animals, and which is more common in north eastern NSW and Queensland.People who have close contact with animals are more at risk from this disease. Information includes causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2012/04/14 04:55:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information for tobacco retailers on what they should know about displaying waterpipe tobacco

    Publication date: 2012/04/23 08:30:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

A guide to cryptosporidiosis, an infection which causes diarrhoea.Includes information on causes, prevention and symptoms.

    Publication date: 2009/11/26 04:20:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Waterpipe tobacco, like all tobacco products including cigarettesand cigars, is harmful to your health so consider quitting.

    Publication date: 2012/04/23 08:30:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information on viral gastroenteritis, including how infections is spread, prevention, symptoms and treatment.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 19:24:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

A guide to heaptitis C, including symptoms, how the virus is spread, prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 06:50:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information about the mosquito-borne disease, Barmah Forest virus infection.Includes information about causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2009/09/24 07:05:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

If you are unable to eat as well as you normally do, losing weight (without trying) or already underweight, a high calorie and high protein diet will help.

    Publication date: 2015/10/08 14:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information about hepatitis A, including how it's transmitted, prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2012/09/18 06:45:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information about the NSW Statewide Infant Screening Hearing (SWISH) Program. This aims to identify all babies born in NSW with significant permanent bilateral hearing loss by 3 months of age, and to enable them to access appropriate intervention by 6 months of age.

    Publication date: Jul 3rd, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

The pamphlet targets carers of health patients/clients to explain when health staff can share patient information and what the patient and their carer can do to help health staff share patient information

    Publication date: 2013/08/05 00:30:00 GMT+10

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information about anthrax, including its prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: Sep 24th, 2009

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

The information provided in this guide reflects the questions commonly asked by family and friends of someone who died while in hospital. It includes: who to notify, arranging a funeral, responses to death and support services.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 17:40:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

A guide to the foodborne disease, salmonellosis, including symptoms and prevention with good hygiene.

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

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Bladder function is a critical component of recovery from gynaecological surgery. Women need to know how to void following surgery and/or the removal of a urinary catheter to avoid urinary retention. This resource provides information on the trial of void assessment which measures the ability of the bladder to empty.

    Publication date: Jul 19th, 2015

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Women

A simple fact sheet that promotes the consumption of the healthy snacks for children - includes tips on making quick and easy healthy snacks that appeal to children

    Publication date: 2012/12/04 07:10:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

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. Includes information on how the disease is spread, its prevention and treatment

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:32:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Fact sheet on mumps, a contagious viral infection that occurs mainly in school-aged children. Immunisation with MMR vaccine prevents the disease. Includes information on prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

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

Describes symptoms of Tourette Syndrome and services to help people with the condition.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:34:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Tourette Syndrome Association of Australia Inc.

     Audience: 
    All

A parents' guide to recognising signs of anxiety in children, and where to find help.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:38:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2019-10-09

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

This booklet provides important information about health and hot weather. The booklet is for anyone who cares for, supports or assists people at risk of serious health effects from hot weather. It includes tips and ideas on how to keep someone healthy during hot weather.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 17:41:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information about palliative care - services for people who have an illness for which a cure is not possible.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 17:46:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Patients & Relatives

Guide to understanding the inherited blood disorder thalassaemia - how it's inherited and what it's like to live with the disorder.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:37:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Australia

     Audience: 
    All

A parents' guide to recognising signs of eating disorders in children, and now to cope.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:38:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

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

Guide to understanding the Haemoglobin E (HbE)

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:11:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Australia

     Audience: 
    All

Information about ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic for close contacts of a person with a meningococcal infection

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

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

Facts about rubella, a viral infection which can cause serious damage to unborn babies. Includes information about immunisation.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:24:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

Guide to understanding the inherited blood disorder Beta thalassaemia - how it's inherited and what it's like to live with the disorder.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Australia

     Audience: 
    All

Guide to prevention and treatment of eye damage (retinopathy) caused by diabetes.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Diabetes Patient

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

A guide for parents whose child has suffered a head injury.Includes information on symptoms that mean a child should see a hospital or GP.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    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

Guide to understanding the inherited blood disorder alpha thalassaemia - how it's inherited and what it's like to live with the disorder.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:02:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Australia

     Audience: 
    All

Information about pertussis (whooping cough), a disease that can be very serious in small children, but is preventable by immunisation.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:21:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

Fact sheet on pneumococcal bacteria which causes a range of diseases including meningitis, pneumonia and middle ear infection. Infections are more common in winter and spring. Small children, and the elderly are most at risk. Includes information on prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:21:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

Fact sheet on Hib disease, a potentially serious infection which is most likely to affect young children or people with conditions such as sickle cell disease, HIV/AIDS, a non-functioning spleen, a bone marrow transplant, or who are being treated for cancer.

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    Aug 2nd, 2024

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Fact sheet about strongyloidiasis, an infection caused by a tiny roundworm. Includes information about who is at risk, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

A guide to schistosomiasis (bilharzia), an infection caused by small worms living in water in parts of Africa, South East Asia, China, the Middle East and the Caribbean. Incudes information about diagnosis and treatment.

    Publication date: Mar 3rd, 2014

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Phrases for patients for the not prevention of delirium

    Publication date: Oct 25th, 2012

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

Information about stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack (or 'mini stroke'), including prevention, warning signs, and treatment.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:28:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Stroke Recovery Association

     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

Fact sheet on yellow fever, a potentially fatal viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes in parts of South America and Africa. Includes information on immunisation, prevention and diagnosis.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:37:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Information about the Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) or Mantoux test used to test for tuberculosis.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:30:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

Facts sheets containing a checklist of steps that can help to prevent children falling from windows and balconies.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 02:45:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

A guide to shigellosis, an infection caused by the Shigella bacteria, resulting in symptoms like diarrhoea, fever, nausea and stomach cramps.Includes information on prevention and treatment.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:26:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

The Improving Patient & Carer Journey program supports CALD patients and carers to manage their stress and make well-informed decisions regarding their treatment and care options. This includes a brochure that helps navigating the healthcare system and accessing appropriate services.

    Publication date: 2024/03/19 14:00:00 GMT+11

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     Organisation: 
    South Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    General Public

Globally, rotavirus is the most common cause of severe gastroenteritis in early childhood affecting almost all children under five years of age. A vaccine is now available for infants.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 18:24:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

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

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     Organisation: 
    NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

     Audience: 
    General Public

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

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

Information about meningococcal disease, an uncommon but serious disease, which is more likely to affect small children, adolescents and young adults. Includes symptoms, prevention and treatment.

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

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    All

There is a link between gum disease and heart disease. Bacteria in the mouth can narrow blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attacks. Some medicines can also increase the risk of having gum disease.

    Publication date: 2025/03/19 16:30:00 GMT+11

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     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Adults

Taking care of teeth and gums is important after a stroke.

    Publication date: 2025/03/19 15:30:00 GMT+11

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     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Adults

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

Please specify other file format: Summary of the resource (no more than 40 words): This resource provides advice and tips for parents and carers of children under 5 to help them take care of their oral health.

    Publication date: Mar 19th, 2025

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Adults

This resource gives tips on maintaining healthy teeth and gums whilst pregnant.

    Publication date: 2025/03/19 13:30:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Adults

The 'Know Your Health: Contraceptive options' resource provides an overview of all of the contraceptive options available in Australia, information on how a woman gets pregnant, how contraception works, and a ‘facts about contraception’ section. The factsheet provides an overview of contraceptive options in plain English and uses culturally sensitive images to enhance understanding.The factsheet is suitable for use by clinicians, service providers and community members.

    Publication date: 2017/09/26 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Family Planning NSW

     Audience: 
    Women, All

A simple resource that outlines the best way to look after and maintain clean dentures.

    Publication date: 2025/03/19 12:00:00 GMT+11

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Adults

Fact sheet on the use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

    Publication date: 2012/07/26 07:40:00 GMT+1

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     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

This leaflet answers some common questions about amoxycillin and clavulanic acid.

    Publication date: 2016/02/07 14:00:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Western Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

This resources was designed ( for 3.5 year olds ) to strengthen a child's ability to community build resilience and strong sense of self. It follows a previous book " I feel loved I feel happy which was design for a earlier stage of development

    Publication date: 2017/09/24 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    Early Childhood

Proforma for individualised information for parents/carers to help them manage their child’s asthma on a daily basis and when an acute attack occurs.

    Publication date: 2012/10/25 17:27:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children

A list of 28 sexually transmissible infections and sexual health terms in 17 languages for use by interpreters and other staff as necessary working in sexual health.

    Publication date: 2012/07/27 08:20:00 GMT+1

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     Organisation: 
    Sydney Sexual Health Centre

     Audience: 
    All

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

Action Plan for Asthma

    Publication date: 2014/05/04 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    A & E users

A checklist issued by nutrition and dietetic staff to enable a patient to identify their food preferences

    Publication date: 2013/11/28 07:05:00 GMT

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

     Audience: 
    All

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

Each year, around 50 children fall from windows or balconies. Many suffer serious injuries and some result in deaths. Most of these tragedies occur in children’s own homes. The Kids Don’t Fly publications provide parents and carers with tips on some simple ways to increase window and balcony safety.

    Publication date: 2015/07/05 15:00:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    2024-08-02

     Organisation: 
    NSW Health

     Audience: 
    Children

Information for families attending the Children's Hospital at Westmead

    Publication date: 2012/10/03 06:40:00 GMT+1

    Last Reviewed Date: 
    

     Organisation: 
    Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

     Audience: 
    Children