Stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack: what you need to know
Information about stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack (or 'mini stroke'), including prevention, warning signs, and treatment.
Schistosomiasis
A guide to schistosomiasis (bilharzia), an infection caused by small worms living in water in parts of Africa, South East Asia, China, the Middle East and the Caribbean. Incudes information about diagnosis and treatment.
Strongyloidiasis
Fact sheet about strongyloidiasis, an infection caused by a tiny roundworm. Includes information about who is at risk, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Sickle cell disease
Fact sheet about sickle sell disease, a hereditary disease that affects blood cells causing problems such as anaemia and frequent infections. Includes information about diagnosis and management of the disease.
Monitoring DM (diabetes)
Information about testing and monitoring blood sugar levels to make sure diabetes is under control.
Haemophilus Influenzae Type b Disease
Fact sheet on Hib disease, a potentially serious infection which is most likely to affect young children or people with conditions such as sickle cell disease, HIV/AIDS, a non-functioning spleen, a bone marrow transplant, or who are being treated for cancer.
Rights and Responsibilities
Get involved in your health care. Watch this video and find out your rights and responsibilities.This resource was launched this Multicultural Health Week and is available for everyone to use. Feel free to share this video with your networks.
Fever
Fever is usually a sign of infection in the body. Infections such as colds and flu are very common, especially in pre-school children. Young preschool children can have up to five to ten infections each year.
Pneumococcal Disease
Fact 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.
Dental checks
How to check a child's teeth and when to visit a dental professional.