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Some local pharmacies across Victoria will be offering free mpox vaccination until 30 June 2025 as part of the Mpox Community Pharmacy Initiative. The time-limited initiative means eligible people can ...
In Victoria, you can have two types of abortion: surgical and medication. Both types are safe and reliable. You can have a medication abortion up to nine weeks of pregnancy. You can have a surgical ...
is a statewide telephone counselling and support service for all Victorian parents and carers of children from 0-18 years. Experienced social workers, psychologists and family therapists can give you ...
Swimming can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great low impact form of exercise that's good for our body and mind.
Why get the flu vaccine? The flu can be serious, especially for children. Everyone 6 months and older is recommended to get the annual flu vaccine. Babies and toddlers need special protection from the ...
9 health risks for boys and men and what to do about them Did you know deaths from injury and preventable diseases are more common for men than women in Australia? We’ve got some practical, expert ...
The Men’s Referral Service is a free, confidential telephone helpline that offers counselling, advice and support to men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues. The service also provides ...
Free pads and tampons in shopping centres. Period. Vending machines with free pads and tampons will soon be installed in shopping centres as free pads and tampons continue to roll out statewide. This ...
Some women are more at risk of amenorrhoea (the absence of periods) because of emotional stress or changes in weight. In its earlier stages, an acoustic neuroma can present similar symptoms to other, ...
The Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) is a specialist multidisciplinary diagnostic, referral and educational service for people experiencing memory loss or changes to their thinking ...
The confidential, 24-hour Maternal and Child Health Line can give you information and advice about the care and health of your child (from birth to school age). When you call, qualified maternal and ...
Hospital in the Home (HITH) is an admitted acute care service provided to patients in their own home, or other suitable environment outside hospital. Patients are still regarded as hospital inpatients ...