Communication development pyramid
Information for parents on the development of pretend play and how to encourage it.
The Importance of a Healthy Diet
“Healthy Mouth - Something to Smile About” is a multilingual DVD resource which provides culturally and linguistically appropriate oral health information, targeting newly arrived refugees and others of migrant background in NSW. This video about the Importance of a Healthy Diet
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.
Men's health
NSW Health works closely with key partners to deliver initiatives to help men stay healthy, with a focus on four priority health areas.
Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy
The information in this fact sheet is for patients who have undergone extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for the treatment of kidney stones.
Why has my baby been referred directly for a diagnostic audiology assessment?
Information from the NSW Statewide Infant Screening-Hearing (SWISH) Program for parents whose baby was found to be not eligible for screening, and referred directly for a diagnostic assessment.
Kids Don't Fly Poster
Each year, around 50 children fall from windows or balconies. Many suffer serious injuries and some result in deaths. Most of these tragedies occur in children’s own homes.The Kids Don’t Fly publications provide parents and carers with tips on some simple ways to increase window and balcony safety.
Newborn screening: Tests to protect your baby
Information for parents about routine testing of newborn babies to detect a number of rare disorders.
Instructions for Collecting Sputum for Tuberculosis (TB)
Instructions to patients for providing sputum (phlegm) specimens to check for tuberculosis (TB)
Asthma facts
Information about asthma attacks, including symptoms.