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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/skin-diseases
14 Nov 2022... This resource answers some commonly asked questions about skin diseases. What is eczema? What is psoriasis? What is rosacea? How can you keep your skin healthy? What causes acne? Who is affected by acne? How is acne treated? What is skin positivity?
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/rare-diseases
14 Nov 2022... This resource answers some commonly asked questions about rare and genetic diseases. What are rare diseases? Living with rare diseases Ways that you can support people with rare diseases How can I tell if I'm a carrier of a rare disease?
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/floods-and-mosquito-borne-diseases
01 Oct 2022... Information on how to prevent mosquito-borne diseases after a flood or heavy rainfall. After a flood or heavy rainfall, mosquitoes grow and spread in the pools of water left behind. Mosquitoes can carry diseases and spread them by biting you.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/how-disease-may-affect-your-mouth-orhis-9
30 Jun 2016... Diseases of the mouth can negatively affect your whole body.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/typhoid
01 Oct 2012... This is a fact sheet about typhoid, a disease caused by infection with bacteria called Salmonella Typhi. In Australia, most typhoid infections are acquired overseas and occur after eating contaminated food or water in countries where typhoid is common. It includes information on how the disease is spread, its prevention, and treatment.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/fitting-more-fruit-and-vegetables-into-your-diet
If you're not eating at least two pieces of fruit and five servings of vegetables each day, now's the time to start. Although there's no single “miracle” food to prevent or cure cancer, scientists that people who eat few fruits and vegetables have higher rates of cancer than those who don't. Although some people think they can get the same benefits from vitamin and mineral supplements, this isn't true. Vegetables and fruits don't just contain vitamins and minerals, but also many other substances which are important for good health and which you won't find in a pill.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/oral-diseases-orhis-2
30 Jun 2016... This leaflet has information on the two most common oral health diseases: tooth decay (cavities) and gum disease.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/4-steps-of-asthma-first-aid-poster
01 Oct 2021... A3 poster explaining the 4 steps of Asthma first aid including how to use the puffer.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/asthma-by-the-royal-childrens-hospital
01 Dec 2018... Asthma is a common condition caused by the narrowing of the small air passages in the lungs. The narrowing happens when air passages become swollen and inflamed, causing more mucus to be produced. In addition, the muscle bands around the air passages become tighter. These changes make it harder for air to get in and out of the lungs, and cause wheeze, cough and problems with breathing.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/my-asthma-guide
01 Dec 2022... My Asthma Guide is a handbook designed to help patients understand and manage their asthma. With information and advice based on the best evidence, My Asthma Guide provides practical strategies to help people with asthma and their families.
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