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Pads and tampons aren’t a luxury. They are essential to health and wellbeing. Victorians should be able to access them whenever and wherever they need to. That’s why the Victorian Government is making ...
Women's health clinics are for all women, girls and gender diverse people living in Victoria. Referrals will be required for most services.
Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience, especially for children. However, chickens and other poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella, even when they appear healthy and clean.
The right footwear can help keep your feet healthy, make your physical activity easier and help keep your body safe from injury. You will be more comfortable being active if you choose a shoe that ...
Cortisol helps to maintain blood pressure, immune function and the body's anti-inflammatory processes.
In Victoria, you can have two types of abortion: surgical and medication. Both types are safe and reliable. You can have a medication abortion up to nine weeks of pregnancy. You can have a surgical ...
Blood and pathology tests leave many people squeamish, but they’re an important part of detecting, diagnosing and treating disease. In fact, if you’re sick, many decisions about your care will come ...
Mental health relates to the cognitive, social and emotional wellbeing of individuals, and their families, carers and supporters.
This is your two week key age and stage visit with a maternal and child health nurse – there are 10 visits in total from birth to when your child is three and a half years.
The mobile women's health clinic services rural and regional Victoria. It has services for women's health, sexual and reproductive health, and health education and support.
Arsenic mine tailings and health Arsenic is a substance found in the environment. It occurs naturally in crushed rock. It is often found near gold deposits and is extracted as part of gold and other ...
The Aboriginal women's health clinic is a free, dedicated health service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in Victoria. It provides culturally safe holistic care.