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Type 2 diabetes may be prevented, but it cannot be cured.

Type 1 diabetes can affect anyone of any age, but is more common in people under 30 years.

Dementia is more common in people over 65, but it is not a normal part of ageing.

Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacterium that causes a life-threatening infection that can lead to serious illness, especially in children.

How your journey into hospital begins in Victoria depends on whether your visit is planned or unplanned, and what kind of health pathway you require.

Doctors and other health professionals all have a different role to play in your healthcare.

Mental health issues and illnesses may impact on a person’s thoughts, perceptions, feelings and behaviours. Most people can manage their condition with medication, counselling or both.

Braille is a reading and writing system for blind and vision impaired people, made up of raised dots that can be ?read? by touch.

In a medical emergency, call triple zero (000) for assistance.

If you are unsure how to best communicate with a colleague who has a hearing impairment, ask them.