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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/explaining-addiction-to-a-child
06 Nov 2023... This document offers tips for talking with children about addiction. Parents, carers, and family members can use this guide for when you are feeling uncomfortable or unsure about what to say. Explaining addiction well can minimise confusion, make children feel safe, secure, loved and cared for. Talking about a family member's addiction can help children find healthy ways to cope.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/methadone-treatment-in-victoria-user-information-booklet
The Methadone Treatment in Victoria User Information Booklet should be provided to all clients who take methadone to address their opioid dependence. The booklet provides information on the drug methadone, the Victorian opioid pharmacotherapy system and also provides information about methadone overdose and the use of naloxone injection.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/patient-agreement-form-methadone-take-away-doses
A written agreement such as a Patient agreement form: methadone take-away doses should be considered by prescribers and pharmacists to ensure each patients is fully aware of the structure and responsibilities of receiving methadone take-away doses.An agreement form is also available for patients on buprenorphine/ naloxone to ensure they are fully aware of the structure and responsibilities of receiving buprenorphine/naloxone take-away doses.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-is-crystalline-methamphetamine-ice
Crystalline methamphetamine, also commonly known as 'ice', is a stimulant drug, which means it speeds up the messages travelling between the brain and the body. It is a type of methamphetamine, which is generally stronger and more addictive and has more harmful side effects than the powder form known as speed.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/cannabis-drug-facts
01 Nov 2014... This fact sheet provides the facts on cannabis on your body and life, interaction with other drugs, cannabis during pregnancy, tolerance and dependence, withdrawal, quitting, driving, the law (in NSW) and telephone numbers for services in every state in Australia. Also includes links to a number of free resources on cannabis.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/the-beginning-of-gambling-harm
21 Aug 2023... A video highlighting the signs that gambling is becoming a problem explains that people are more likely to lose money from gambling and encourages help-seeking. These short animated videos help to raise awareness of gambling harm and the support options available via Gambler’s Help. With English subtitles, they are ideal for multicultural community organisations to share on their digital channels to help start conversations about gambling harm.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/random-roadside-breath-testing
18 Mar 2022... Random roadside breath testing happens in every state and territory across Australia. So, what happens at a roadside breath test?
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/products-to-help-you-stop-smoking
01 Mar 2014... Guide to products to help you quit smoking, including nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum, lozenges, sublingual tablets and inhalers) and medication. Also includes other strategies to help you quit.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/many-ways-to-get-help-for-gambling
23 May 2023... If you are experiencing problems with gambling or someone close to you has a problem, help is available. Gambling affects people from all walks of life. This resource will help people with gambling problems get support, as well as those close to them who are affected by gambling.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/patient-agreement-form-buprenorphinenaloxone-take-away-doses
10 Nov 2016... This agreement form is for patients on buprenorphine/ naloxone to ensure they are fully aware of the structure and responsibilities of receiving buprenorphine/naloxone takeaway doses.
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