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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/safe-use-of-medicines-fact-sheet
01 Aug 2020... Fact sheet with information on how to use your medicines safely.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/uluru-statement-from-the-heart-in-your-language-podcast
The Uluru Statement from the Heart outlines a way forward for recognising First Nations in Australia's Constitution. SBS radio - in consultation with the Uluru dialogue - is sharing the Uluru Statement from the Heart with multicultural communities by translating it into more than 60 languages, available now as a podcast and in written form.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-to-bring-to-hospital-when-having-a-baby
01 Dec 2019... This resource summarises what to bring to the hospital when having a baby. This is essential to ensure women are prepared in advance of what they need to organise so they and their partner or support person feel prepared and that their hospital stay is as comfortable as possible with all they need.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/safer-baby-information-booklet
31 Oct 2023... This information booklet is about preventing stillbirth. Talking about ways to reduce the chance of stillbirth is a normal part of pregnancy care. The booklet includes information on 5 things you can do to help reduce your chance of stillbirth: Reducing your and your baby’s exposure to cigarette smoke Working together with your health professionals to check your baby’s growth Learning your baby’s movements and letting your health professionals know if your baby’s movements stop or slow down Sleeping on your side once you reach 28 weeks of pregnancy Talking with your midwife or doctor about the best timing for your baby’s birth
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/cancer-screening-resources-by-language
27 Mar 2022... The NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service has published a range of cancer screening resources in 47 languages. Â These fact sheets, brochures, posters and booklets cover topics on breast cancer, cervical screening, bowel cancer, pap test, home test kits, and other vital information on cancer.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/access-to-health-care-in-australia-video
30 Aug 2019... This resource provides information on the Australian health care system for newly arrived community members. Information is provided on how to access routine and emergency care, the role of health care interpreters and services for children and families.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/diabetes-in-pregnancy-fact-sheet
01 Dec 2020... If you have diabetes, preparing for a healthy pregnancy starts with getting the right information. Although there are extra risks during pregnancy, you can have a healthy baby. With careful planning, and support from your diabetes care team, you can reduce your risks.  Diabetes Australia have important information for women with diabetes of child-bearing age who speak languages other than English and are planning a pregnancy. These resources have been developed as part of the Diabetes Education in Pregnancy program funded by Central and Eastern Sydney PHN.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/top-tips-for-managing-eczema
01 Aug 2023... ​ This guide offers practical tips for managing children's eczema. It advises daily moisturising, using prescribed steroid creams on all affected areas, and avoiding products with allergens. Bathing should be gentle, avoiding soaps and fragrances. To prevent flare-ups, keep children cool, dress them in cotton, and maintain short fingernails.Â
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/you-your-baby-and-syphilis
01 Apr 2025... The fact sheet supports women diagnosed with, or at increased risk of syphilis during pregnancy. Syphilis cases are on the rise in NSW, especially amongst women aged 15 to 44 years old. This has led to an increase in congenital syphilis, mother-to child transmission during pregnancy or at birth. If left untreated, syphilis in pregnancy can lead to serious health issues for both mother and baby, including premature birth, low birth weight, stillbirth, early infant death, or long-term health complications. Congenital syphilis is preventable through early testing and treatment during pregnancy.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/syphilis-can-affect-everybody
25 Mar 2025... Syphilis is a serious sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is passed on from one person to another during sex.
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