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It's normal to have strong reactions following a distressing or frightening event, such as what happened in Melbourne's CBD on Friday at lunch time. But there are many things you can do to cope with and recover from trauma.
All parents or guardians seeking to enroll their child at an early childhood service in Victoria must provide evidence that their child is either fully immunised for their age, or on a vaccination catch-up program, or unable to be fully immunised for medical reasons.
Heavy spring rains and flooding have led to an increased number of mosquitos in Victoria. Ross River virus is a mosquito-born disease that can cause joint inflammation and pain, fatigue and muscle aches. Find out more about the virus and how to protect yourself.
Most algae are harmless and an important part of the natural ecosystem, but some types of algae produce or have the potential to produce toxins that can be harmful to people and animals known as harmful algal blooms. It is difficult to tell the difference between a harmful algal bloom and non-harmful algal bloom. (Photographer : Gregory Heath)
Measles is a very contagious viral illness that causes a skin rash and fever. Measles can cause serious, sometimes fatal, complications including pneumonia and encephalitis. Measles is rare in Australia because of the widespread use of the measles vaccine but vaccination is important because people coming from overseas can carry the virus. Find out more about causes, symptoms and treatment of measles.
Family violence directly affects one in five Victorian women over the course of their lifetime. Violence against women is never acceptable - find out how you can get help.
We love getting outdoors while the weather is warm. The problem is – so do the mosquitoes. They’re not just annoying; some mozzies can transmit serious diseases. There are simple things you can do to Beat the bite!
Extreme heat can affect anybody. Those most at risk are older people, young children and people with a medical condition.
Summer is a great time of year to enjoy warmer weather, take a holiday, spend time with family and friends, go out and about, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, and generally wind down and relax. Summer can also be a time of extreme heat, floods, bush fires, sting and bites, too much partying and alcohol, swimming incidents, road accidents, and other holiday stress. Here are some tips to help you stay safe this summer.
Australia has many animal and insect species that bite or sting. In general, first aid includes bandaging the wound and keeping the person immobile until medical help arrives.
Talking to children openly in a way that suits their age and involving them in decisions and actions regarding bushfire preparation, will help them to feel emotionally secure and to be more confident during the bushfire season.
Did you know food poisoning is more common in summer than at any other time of the year? This is because bacteria grow faster in hot and humid weather. Use these simple tips and don’t let food poisoning ruin your summer.
Find out from your doctor or travel health clinic which vaccinations you need for your specific travel arrangements.
Whether you are swimming in your local public pool, soaking in a spa or surfing in the ocean, regardless of the location, there are simple steps you should follow to minimise the risk of getting sick.
Two of three Australians are diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70 and more than 2,000 people in Australia die from skin cancer each year. Summer is a timely reminder to people to slip, slop, slap and slide and to check their skin for skin cancer.
When you are drunk or using drugs you are more likely to do things you normally wouldn’t do when sober. When partying, stick with your friends and look out for each other.
With a little effort and simple precautions, you can avoid illnesses and unforseen events that can ruin your holiday.
Experts say the key to living well into our 80s and 90s is making a commitment to living healthily. Check out some simple ideas and embrace your senior years.
Partying is a chance to catch up with friends and meet new people and have fun but it is also a time to be careful when it comes to alcohol, drugs, sexual assault and other violence.
Breathing can be much harder for someone with lung disease, however some specific breathing exercises and a little physical activity can help some people.
Supercare Pharmacies are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a nurse on site from 6 pm to 10 pm.
There is a range of mental health support services that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. These services provide treatment, information, tools and advice on how to deal with a range of mental health issues.
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