Better Health Channel
betterhealth.vic.gov.au Department of Health
betterhealth.vic.gov.au Department of Health

Viewing 1-10 of 277 results

  1. Contraception - choices

    Different methods of contraception available in Australia - includes LARC implants and IUDs, injections, contraceptive pills, condoms, diaphragm, vaginal ring, sterilisation, natural and withdrawal.

  2. Contraception after giving birth

    After having a baby, you need to choose an effective method of contraception if you don't want to have another baby straight away.

  3. Laparotomy

    A laparotomy is a surgical incision into the abdominal cavity used to examine the abdominal organs and aid diagnosis.

  4. Breastfeeding - expressing breastmilk

    Expressing breast milk by hand is a cheap and convenient method.

  5. Laminectomy

    A laminectomy is a surgical incision into the vertebra to obtain access to the spinal cord.

  6. Bites and stings – first aid

    If you are bitten or stung by an insect or animal, apply first aid and seek medical treatment as soon as possible.

  7. Botulism

    Botulism is considered a medical emergency. If untreated, it may cause death.

  8. Contraception - injections to stop sperm production

    Contraceptive injections to stop sperm production are not yet available in Australia, but studies suggest that they may provide a safe, effective and reversible method of contraception in the future.

  9. Contraception after an abortion

    You can become fertile again very soon after a surgical or medical abortion, so it's important to start using contraception immediately if you wish to prevent any unwanted pregnancies.

  10. Friedreich's ataxia

    To the casual observer, a person with Friedreich's ataxia may seem to be drunk.

Filter results by category

277 results