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Protect Against RSV: Multilingual Resources
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in newborns. In 2025, a free RSV vaccine is available and recommended for pregnant women under the National Immunisation Program (NIP). The RSV vaccine can be given between 28 and 36 weeks of pregnancy to protect newborn babies from RSV in their first 6 months. An RSV poster, social tile and factsheet are now available in 13 languages from NSW Health.
New multilingual resources: Oral Health
World Oral Health Day 2025 was celebrated on 20 March. The World Health Organisation (WHO) identifies oral health as a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. The Centre for Oral Health Strategy, Ministry of Health and MHCS translated new resources to help multicultural communities understand the importance of good oral health and dental care with links below:
Translated Safety Tips: Avoid Contact with Floodwater
Floodwater can be dangerous—it can contain raw sewage, chemicals, and other harmful contaminants. To protect yourself, avoid contact whenever possible. If cleaning up, wear boots, gloves, and eye protection. Stay informed by checking local council water quality updates here. Share multilingual resources developed by MHCS and Ministry of Health to help your community stay safe.
Multilingual Health Guide for New Arrivals
Are you or someone you know a newly arrived refugee or migrant? This multilingual booklet covers how to call an ambulance, what Medicare covers, how to get medications, and how to see a specialist. Learn about how to access key health services in NSW. Download the translated booklet here.
In-language Resources: Cervical Screening Saves Lives
A Cervical Screening Test every five years can detect the virus responsible for nearly all cervical cancers. To help more people screen, the Cancer Institute NSW has resources available in simple English with translation into 10 community languages. Share the translated information online.
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