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TitleAnorexia nervosa in children and young people
Publication no.DOH - 6425
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to recognising signs of eating disorders in children, and now to cope.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Filipino (pdf), Hindi (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleAnxiety in children
Publication no.DOH - 6420
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to recognising signs of anxiety in children, and where to find help.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Filipino (pdf), Hindi (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleAnxiety in children - what we should know as parents
Publication no.OTH - 5970
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to recognising anxiety in children and teenagers, and where to find help for anxiety problems.
LanguagesEnglish (pdf), French (pdf), Tamil (pdf)
TitleAsthma First Aid Plan [Chinese]
Publication no.AHS - 6355
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFirst aid for asthma attacks
LanguagesChinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleAsthma First Aid Plan [Vietnamese]
Publication no.AHS - 6365
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to recognising an asthma attack and how to use the Asthma First Aid Plan
LanguagesEnglish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleAsthma and children: a guide to coping
Publication no.BHC - 5390
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryAdvice for parents on recognising the symptoms of asthma in children, and how to cope if a child has asthma.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBedwetting in children
Publication no.BHC - 5595
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to understanding bedwetting in children and adolescents, and how to find help.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Greek (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore you hit a child - stop and think
Publication no.BHC - 3060
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryPreventing child abuse. Information and services.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your baby's first health check
Publication no.DOH - 6370
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions to answer before you visit a nurse or doctor for your baby's first health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 2 year health check
Publication no.DOH - 8015
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions for parents to answer before their child’s 2 year health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 4 year health check
Publication no.DOH - 8025
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions for parents to answer before their child’s 4 year health check
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 6 to 8 weeks health check
Publication no.DOH - 7995
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions for parents to answer before their child’s 6 to 8 week health check
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 18 month health check
Publication no.DOH - 6385
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions to answer before you see your nurse or doctor for your child's 18 month health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 18 months health check
Publication no.DOH - 8010
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions for parents to answer before their child’s 18 months health check
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years health check
Publication no.DOH - 6390
Last update24/09/2009
Summary Questions to answer before you see your nurse or doctor for your child's 2!/2 to 31/2 years health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 3 year health check
Publication no.DOH - 8020
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions for parents to answer before their child’s 3 year health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 6 month health check
Publication no.DOH - 8000
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents from My First Health Record (the 'Blue Book') on what to check before your child’s 6 month health check
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 6 to 8 months health check
Publication no.DOH - 6380
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions to answer before you see your nurse or doctor for your baby's 6 to 8 month health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child's 6 to 8 weeks health check
Publication no.DOH - 6375
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryQuestions to answer before you see your nurse or doctor for your baby's 6 to 8 week health check.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child’s 12 months health check
Publication no.DOH - 8005
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryWhat to check before your child’s 12 months health check
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBefore your child’s 1-4 week check
Publication no.DOH - 7990
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryWhat to check before your child’s 1-4 week health check
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBlocked ducts and mastitis (Fact sheet No 5)
Publication no.NGO - 6275
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact sheet No 5 How to cope with blocked ducts and mastitis during breastfeeding.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBottle feeding … what you should know
Publication no.AHS - 7385
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to bottlefeeding babies. Includes information on avoiding problems, how to sterilse bottles and equipment, how to mix the formula, and how to feed the baby.
LanguagesEnglish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBreastfeeding & antidepressant medication use
Publication no.AHS - 7560
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about the use of antidpressant medication during breastfeeding.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleBreastfeeding Welcome. Here For more information, contact your local Breastfeeding Clinic
Publication no.AHS - 7225
Last update24/09/2009
SummarySign saying 'Breastfeeding welcome here. For more information contact your local Breastfeeding Clinic' .
LanguagesArabic (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBreastfeeding welcome here
Publication no.NGO - 6830
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA sticker from the Australian Breastfeeding Association to say that breastfeeding is welcome here.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBreastfeeding: Best for Babies and Mothers
Publication no.DOH - 7595
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryGuide to breastfeeding, including its benefits for both babies and mothers, and how to overcome common problems.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleBringing up children with Down Syndrome
Publication no.BHC - 3370
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFacts about Down syndrome. How early education helps. Where parents can find support.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleCar and Home: Smoke Free Zone Campaign
Publication no.DOH - 6110
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryHow passive smoking harms children, and what parents can do to protect them.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleCaring for babies' teeth
Publication no.BHC - 5840
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryWhy a baby's first teeth are important and how parents can help keep them healthy
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Assyrian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Samoan (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Tongan (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleCaring for your new baby at home
Publication no.BHC - 7050
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryTips for coping with a new baby at home. Includes information on common problems in newborn babies, and when to call the doctor
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleChildren with head injury - a guide for parents
Publication no.OTH - 6410
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide for parents whose child has suffered a head injury. Includes information on symptoms that mean a child should see a hospital or GP.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Greek (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleChildren's infectious diseases
Publication no.DOH - 5980
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to infectious diseases in children, and how to prevent spreading them.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleCigarette smoke and children
Publication no.AHS - 6925
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryPoster on the risks of passive smoking and children.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleCiprofloxacin: an antibiotic for contacts of a person with meningococcal infection
Publication no.DOH - 8405
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic for close contacts of a person with a meningococcal infection
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleConstipation (1 year and beyond)
Publication no.AHS - 6980
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryParents' guide to constipation in children, including recognising symptoms, prevention and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleDepression during pregnancy and early parenthood
Publication no.OTH - 6340
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about depression in pregnancy and early parenthood, including signs and symptoms of depression, causes of depression, treatment options, coping strategies, and how to find help.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleDepression in children
Publication no.DOH - 6430
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to recognising and coping with depression in children.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Filipino (pdf), Hindi (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleDisruptive disorders in children
Publication no.DOH - 6435
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to recognising signs of disruptive disorders in children, and how to cope.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Filipino (pdf), Hindi (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleDoes your child have a Personal Health Record?
Publication no.BHC - 5565
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about the Personal Health Record - an easy way to record your child's medical history.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Greek (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Italian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Tongan (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleEarly Childhood Health Centres - How can they help?
Publication no.BHC - 6180
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to Early Childhood Health Centres, including how they can help parents with babies and small children.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Urdu (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleEarly Childhood Health Services
Publication no.DOH - 7980
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to early childhood services for babies and young children (from My First Health Record)
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleEngorgement and Coping with an Oversupply (Fact sheet No 4)
Publication no.NGO - 6270
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 4 How to cope with engorged breasts and too much milk while breastfeeding.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleFever
Publication no.DOH - 6045
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to recognising and managing fever in babies and young children.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleFirst Feeds - Putting Your Baby to the Breast (Fact sheet No 3)
Publication no.NGO - 6265
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 3 Detailed information on how to breastfeed a baby. Includes how to get the baby into the right position and help the baby attach to the nipple.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleFree Meningococcal C Vaccine is now available to all children aged 1 to 5 years
Publication no.AHS - 6935
Last update24/09/2009
SummarySign saying 'Free Meningococcal C Vaccine is now available to all children aged one to five years.'
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Greek (pdf), Macedonian (pdf)
TitleFree eye sight and hearing screening tests for 3-5 years old kids
Publication no.AHS - 7240
Last update24/09/2009
SummarySign saying 'Free eye sight and hearing screening tests for 3-5 year old kids'.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleGastroenteritis in children
Publication no.DOH - 6040
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryHow to recognise, treat and help prevent gastroenteritis in babies and small children.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleGood oral health for children
Publication no.AHS - 7495
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryParents' guide to dental care for children
LanguagesEnglish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleGood ways to settle babies under six months: a parent's guide
Publication no.BHC - 7290
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryParents' guide to settling babies. Includes information on coping with crying, and managing your baby's changing needs throughout the day for sleeping, feeding and play.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHand, foot and mouth disease
Publication no.DOH - 7130
Last update24/09/2009
SummarySymptoms and prevention of hand, foot and mouth disease, a usually mild illness that mainly affects children under 10.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHappy Playtime Makes Happy Children
Publication no.AHS - 6905
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryAn illustrated guide to help parents strengthen good relationships with children through play.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleHeadlice - the facts
Publication no.DOH - 5570
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about head lice, including symptoms and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Filipino (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Russian (pdf), Samoan (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Somali (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Tongan (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHealthy food + active lifestyle = happy life for my family
Publication no.AHS - 5865
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to healthy eating and physcial activity for Arabic speakers and their families.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleHearing loss and your baby: the next step
Publication no.DOH - 8120
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about the NSW Statewide Infant Screening Hearing (SWISH) Program. This aims to identify all babies born in NSW with significant permanent bilateral hearing loss by 3 months of age, and to enable them to access appropriate intervention by 6 months of age.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bengali (pdf), Burmese (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Greek (pdf), Hindi (pdf), Italian (pdf), Korean (pdf), Malay (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHelping children maintain a healthy weight
Publication no.BHC - 5700
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to helping children avoid weight problems.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Greek (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Samoan (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Tongan (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHelping children with concentration problems
Publication no.BHC - 5065
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), including the signs a child may have this condition, and where to get help.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHow Breastfeeding Works (Fact sheet No 2)
Publication no.NGO - 6260
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No. 2. Information on how breastfeeding works, including tips on breastfeeding and how to know if your baby is getting enough milk.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHow safe is your kitchen?
Publication no.BHC - 3335
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryGuide to reducing the risk of food poisoning in home cooked and takeaway food.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHow to Express Breastmilk (Fact sheet No 15)
Publication no.NGO - 6300
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 15 How to express breastmilk while breastfeeding
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHow to Store Breastmilk (Fact sheet No 16)
Publication no.NGO - 6305
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 16 How to store breast milk
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHow to get your children moving
Publication no.BHC - 3260
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryHow families can encourage children to be active and avoid problems with overweight.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleHow to sterilise bottles and utensils
Publication no.HTS - 669
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInsturctions for sterilising babies' bottles and teats.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleImmunisation Reminder
Publication no.AHS - 6025
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA reminder for parents to check with their GP to see if their child's immunisation is up to date.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleImmunisation information
Publication no.DOH - 8035
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents on immunisation. From My First Health Record (the 'Blue Book').
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleIncreasing Your Milk Supply (Fact sheet No 8)
Publication no.NGO - 6285
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 8 Tips for increasing milk supply during breastfeeding, and how to know if the baby is getting enough milk.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleInformation for Parents
Publication no.DOH - 7975
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents about how to use My First Health Record (the'Blue Book'), to keep important details of their child's health, growth and development.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleJaundice in newborn babies
Publication no.AHS - 7295
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact sheet on jaundice, a common problem in newborn babies. Explains which babies are more likely to have jaundice and how it's treated.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleLeptospirosis
Publication no.DOH - 7140
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that can affect humans and animals, and which is more common in north eastern NSW and Queensland. People who have close contact with animals are more at risk from this disease. Information includes causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleMaking food fun for children and parents
Publication no.BHC - 3415
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryTips to help parents avoid feeding problems with young children.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleMeasles
Publication no.DOH - 8400
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact sheet about measles, including information about how the infection is spread,symptoms, treatment and immunisation.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleMeningococcal Disease
Publication no.DOH - 7150
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about meningococcal disease, an uncommon but serious disease, which is more likely to affect small children, adolescents and young adults. Includes symptoms, prevention and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleMilk and young children (Arabic version)
Publication no.AHS - 6880
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to help parents encourage healthy eating in children over 12 months who want more milk than they need.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleMilk and young children (Chinese Version)
Publication no.AHS - 6885
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to help parents encourage healthy eating in children over 12 months who want more milk than they need.
LanguagesChinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleMilk and young children (Vietnamese Version)
Publication no.AHS - 6890
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to help parents encourage healthy eating in children over 12 months who want more milk than they need.
LanguagesEnglish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleMonitoring your child’s growth and development
Publication no.DOH - 7985
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents from My First Health Record (the 'Blue Book')
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleMumps
Publication no.DOH - 8415
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact sheet on mumps, a contagious viral infection that occurs mainly in school-aged children. Immunisation with MMR vaccine prevents the disease. Includes information on prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleNewborn screening: Tests to protect your baby
Publication no.DOH - 6345
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents about routine testing of newborn babies to detect a number of rare disorders.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleNutrition for kids
Publication no.AHS - 7640
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents and carers on healthy food for children
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitlePertussis (whooping cough)
Publication no.DOH - 7170
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about pertussis (whooping cough), a disease that can be very serious in small children, but is preventable by immunisation.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitlePlay is all about learning - A guide to play for parents of children 0-2½ years
Publication no.BHC - 7215
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents with children 0 to 21/2 years on why play helps children learn and develop, and how playing with children helps build good relationships between parents and children. Includes tips on the type of play that helps children learn, and information about how playgroups can benefit children and parents.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitlePlay is all about learning - A guide to play for parents of children 2 1/2 to 5 years
Publication no.BHC - 7220
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents of children aged 21/2 to 5 on how play helps children learn and develop, and how playing with children build good relationships between parents and children. Includes practical tips for the type of play that helps children learn, and how playgroups can benefit both children and parents.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitlePneumococcal Disease
Publication no.DOH - 8420
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact sheet on pneumococcal bacteria which causes a range of diseases including meningitis, pneumonia and middle ear infection. Infections are more common in winter and spring. Small children, and the elderly are most at risk. Includes information on prevention and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitlePreparation of formula feeds
Publication no.HTS - 670
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInstructions for preparing formula feeds for babies.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitlePrimary and secondary school. From My First Health Record (the 'Blue Book')
Publication no.DOH - 8030
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents on health checks for children in the primary and secondary school years.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleProblems with a new baby? There's always someone to help
Publication no.BHC - 3355
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryGuide to support services to help parents with babies cope with common problems including difficulty getting the baby to sleep, and problems feeding the baby.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleProtecting Children and Young People and reporting to the Department of Community Services
Publication no.BHC - 6975
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents about the duty of health workers to report suspected abuse or neglect of children.Includes information about the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleRotavirus infection
Publication no.DOH - 8425
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryGlobally, rotavirus is the most common cause of severe gastroenteritis in early childhood affecting almost all children under five years of age. A vaccine is now available for infants.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleSelf-esteem in young children under five
Publication no.AHS - 7075
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA parents' guide to developing self-esteem in young children
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleSettling baby to sleep
Publication no.BHC - 5405
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryWhy babies may have difficulty going to sleep, and strategies parents can use to settle their babies.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Italian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleShigellosis
Publication no.DOH - 7195
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to shigellosis, an infection caused by the Shigella bacteria, resulting in symptoms like diarrhoea, fever, nausea and stomach cramps. Includes information on prevention and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleSmoking and pregnancy
Publication no.DOH - 7030
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to the effects of tobacco smoke on unborn babies, including information on how to quit smoking.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Korean (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleSore and Cracked Nipples (Fact Sheet No 6)
Publication no.NGO - 6280
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 6 How to cope with sore and cracked nipples during breastfeeding
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleStarting Solids
Publication no.AHS - 6895
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to introducing solid foods to babies 0 to 12 months.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleStress - it affects children too
Publication no.BHC - 5380
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryLike adults, children can be affected by stress. This fact sheet explains how parents can help their children cope with stress in their lives.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleTalking to your child during daily activities
Publication no.AHS - 7730
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryTips for parents on helping children develop language skills by talking to them during daily activities.
LanguagesChinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleTalking to your child in your language
Publication no.AHS - 7875
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryTips for parents on helping children develop language skills by talking to them in their own language.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Filipino (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleTeach your baby to drink from a cup
Publication no.AHS - 7845
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to help parents to teach their baby to drink from a cup (6 to 18 months)
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleThe Complementary Feed (Fact sheet No 9)
Publication no.NGO - 6290
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact sheet No 9 How to give complementary feeds during breastfeeding.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleThe Lidcombe Program - information for parents of young children who stutter
Publication no.OTH - 7745
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to the Lidcombe Program, a program for parents to help children who stutter.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), English (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Korean (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleTwelve alternatives to hitting your child
Publication no.DOH - 5815
Last update24/09/2009
Summary12 alternatives to hitting your child - information for parents.
LanguagesChinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf)
TitleWhat Is Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)?
Publication no.DOH - 7155
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, a bacteria which can cause infections that most antibiotics cannot kill. Includes information on prevention and treatment.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWhich foods should you keep in the fridge?
Publication no.BHC - 3145
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryHow safe storage of food prevents food poisoning.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Italian (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Russian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWhy does my baby need a diagnostic assessment? (Hearing)
Publication no.DOH - 6235
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation from the NSW Statewide Infant Screening-Hearing (SWISH) Program for parents whose baby needs a diagnostic assessment following two unclear results from hearing tests.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bengali (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Urdu (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWhy does my baby need a hearing check?
Publication no.DOH - 6225
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents on hearing checks for babies, and why they're important for detecting problems early.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bengali (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Tamil (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Urdu (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWhy does my baby need a repeat hearing screen?
Publication no.DOH - 6230
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation for parents on why their baby needs a repeat hearing test.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Bengali (pdf), Bosnian (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), Croatian (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Indonesian (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Lao (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Punjabi (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Urdu (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWomen and HIV. Fact sheet 6 - Parenting
Publication no.NGO - 6090
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryA guide to parenting issues for women with HIV, including thinking about becoming a parent, support services for families affected by HIV, deciding whether to tell your children or other people about being HIV positive, planning for the future, and respite care.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Thai (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWorking and Breastfeeding (Fact sheet No 14)
Publication no.NGO - 6295
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryFact Sheet No 14 How to continue breastfeeding while you're working or studying.
LanguagesArabic (pdf), Chinese Traditional (pdf), English (pdf), Farsi (pdf), Khmer (pdf), Korean (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Serbian (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
TitleWorms
Publication no.HTS - 848
Last update24/09/2009
SummaryInformation about threadworms, including how to prevent and get rid of them
LanguagesCroatian (pdf), English (pdf), Japanese (pdf), Macedonian (pdf), Portuguese (pdf), Spanish (pdf), Turkish (pdf), Vietnamese (pdf)
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