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01 Dec 2017... Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medicines commonly used to treat painful swollen joints. They are not steroids but are effective in reducing pain and tension. (Brand names: Brufen, Naprosyn, Voltaren, Celebrex, Naprogesic). The fact sheet provides information about benefits, side effects and precautions.

01 Nov 2016... These leaflets outline in simple and visually attractive points the benefits of starting treatment for people living with HIV.

01 Jan 2023... Tips for parents to help support their child and encourage them to talk to you about alcohol and other drugs.

12 Apr 2018... This fact sheet provides information about Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. PrEP is another way to protect yourself from getting HIV.

01 Jul 2019... The videos provide instructions on how to use a spacer to administer asthma medication to children four years and older.

17 Sep 2020... Do you or someone you care about need help to stop or cut down alcohol or drug use? Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) and Area Drug Health Service are free, confidential and welcome people from all cultures.  These videos, in different languages, show the types of support and services available for people who may need assistance with alcohol or drug issues or their families. Help can be provided face-to-face or by phone, and professional interpreters are available free of charge.

01 Sep 2018... This translated fact sheet explains how Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an extra way to protect yourself from getting HIV/AIDS. It outlines what is it and for what it is for, how long one has to take it before being protected, side effects, trying to get pregnant and taking PrEP while on other medications.

01 Oct 2020... Post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is a HIV medication which is taken within 72 hours of possible exposure to HIV infection and is taken for 28 days. This fact sheet explains what PEP is, how you can get it and where you can get help.

01 Jul 2024... These videos will help parents and carers better understand and manage their child's asthma.  They cover essential topics, including: What is Asthma?  Treating Asthma Asthma Action Plan and First Aid Asthma in Preschool Children How to Use a Puffer with a Spacer and Mask How to Use a Puffer with a Spacer How to Use a Turbuhaler How to Use a Rapihaler and Spacer How to Use a Nasal Spray Caring for Your Spacer

02 Jun 2025... Public Fertility Care makes parenthood possible for more Victorians. This fact sheet has information on how how the service can help you, types of services, eligibility, costs and how to access these services. Ask your GP for a referral.  Access more information on the Better Health Channel through this link .