Tuberculosis fact sheets and patient information in other languages
Information about tuberculosis (TB), including causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Question prompt lists for people with cancer - haematologist question list
When you see a haematologist today you may have questions and concerns. This is a list of questions to help you to get the information you want about your illness and possible treatments. You and your family can use this pamphlet to help you decide what you need to ask your haematologist each time you have an appointment.
Drilling in Construction - Silica
Construction materials such as sandstone, concrete and bricks can contain up to 90% silica dust. When drilling on these materials, you can generate and breathe in fine crystalline silica dust, which can cause serious illnesses such as silicosis and lung cancer.
Healthy Lungs at Work Factsheet
This factsheet is for people working in dusty environments, such as construction sites, mines, quarries and factories, who are exposed to fumes, gases and other hazardous agents. The factsheet is designed to teach you and your mates’ how to protect your lung health at work.
Living with Occupational Lung Disease Booklet
This booklet has been designed to help people understand more about the different types of occupational lung diseases, and how they are typically diagnosed and managed. The booklet also contains information on looking after yourself while living with an occupational lung disease, including how to maintain your mental health.
What to do if your child is sick
When your child is sick and you’re unsure what to do, help is available. Call TIS National anytime on 131 450 to talk to a nurse in your language. Ask to be put through to HealthDirect for free advice. Otherwise contact your local doctor. In an emergency call Triple Zero (000).
Flu in kids can be serious
Flu in kids can be serious, it’s more severe than a cold. Protect your kids and family. Immunise now.
Influenza fact sheet
Influenza (flu) is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. There are two main types of human influenza viruses: A and B. There are also many sub-types and strains. Flu is more serious than the common cold and severe cases can result in breathing difficulties and pneumonia. People in NSW can die from flu-related illness. Flu can occur throughout the year but is most common in autumn and winter. In most flu seasons there is more than one strain circulating in the community.