Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is recommended for screening for depression in the antenatal and postnatal periods. The following EDPS translations have been linguistically validated (forward and back translations by Western Sydney Local Health District Translation Services. Translations for either antenatal and postnatal use are printed on official NSW Health forms for accurate scanning into health medical records. Please be aware that scores used to identify possible depression in migrant and refugee women are generally lower than those used in the general Australian population. Use the following guide for screening: The EPDS is a screening tool not a diagnostic one and designed to identify those who require a more comprehensive mental health assessment. Complete the first antenatal screening as early as practical in pregnancy and repeat screening at least once later in pregnancy. Complete the first postnatal screening 6-12 weeks after birth and repeat screening at least once in the first postnatal year. For a woman with an EPDS score between 10 and 12, monitor and repeat in 2-4 weeks as the score may change subsequently. Arrange further assessment of perinatal women with an EPDS score of 13 or more. For a woman with a positive score on Question 10, undertake or arrange immediate further mental health assessment and if there is any disclosure of suicidal ideation, rake urgent action in accordance with local protocol. Use appropriate antenatal or postnatal NSW Health forms below:
NSW Health Care System Information Booklet
This booklet provides essential information about the public health care system in NSW. Topics include: how to call an ambulance, what Medicare can be used for, how to get medications in Australia, and how to see a specialist. It also describes key health services in NSW, and much more.
There is no place for domestic and family violence in Australia
This poster aims to raise awareness of DFV in newly arrived women from refugee backgrounds and encourages them to seek support.
Nocturia - Going to the Toilet at Night
This brochure explains what nocturia is and how it affects older women and men. It describes common causes, how they can be treated and where you can get help. * This brochure explains what nocturia is and how it affects older women and men. It describes common causes, how they can be treated and where you can get help.
Continence Products
Continence products are used to manage the symptoms of poor bladder and bowel control. This brochure outlines the types of products that are available and what to consider when choosing a continence product. * Continence products are used to manage the symptoms of poor bladder and bowel control. This brochure outlines the types of products that are available and what to consider when choosing a continence product.
How to self isolate
No work, school, shopping, visiting public places, or catching public transport. *You can leave home to seek medical care or in an emergency.
Learn about books
Ways to support reading development
Overactive bladder and urgency
This brochure explains how bladder training can help with better bladder control and stop urine leaking. It also offers advice on bladder management and where to get help. * This brochure explains how bladder training can help with better bladder control and stop urine leaking. It also offers advice on bladder management and where to get help.
Do the right thing – always check in
Check-in to venues
Prolapse
This brochure explains what a prolapse is and how it can affect women. It outlines what signs to look for and how it can be prevented and treated. * This brochure explains what a prolapse is and how it can affect women. It outlines what signs to look for and how it can be prevented and treated.