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Don't risk the flu. Get vaccinated today.

Don’t Risk It – Get Vaccinated

Vaccination protects you and your community from serious illnesses like influenza, measles, and whooping cough. Learn who should get vaccinated and how to access immunisation services in Victoria.

Virtual Emergency Care

Victorian Virtual Emergency Care

Free 24/7 video access to emergency doctors and nurses in Victoria for urgent but non-life-threatening conditions like asthma, fever, or minor injuries.

Public Fertility Care Donation

Help Others Start a Family

Learn how egg, sperm, and embryo donation through Victoria’s public fertility care system can help people achieve their dream of having a child.

Free Pads and Tampons

Free Pads and Tampons

Access free pads and tampons at schools, public libraries, community centers and more across Victoria. Promoting dignity and equality for all.

Pill Testing Trial Victoria

Pill Testing Trial in Victoria

Learn about Victoria’s pill testing trial – helping reduce drug harm by providing free, confidential drug checking and health advice at festivals and fixed sites.

Food Safety and Storage

Food Safety and Storage

Learn how to safely store, cook and handle food to prevent foodborne illness and keep your household healthy.

Steps and Heart Rate Tracking

Steps Are Good — Is Heart Rate Better?

Should you track more than just steps? Learn how combining heart rate and movement data can offer better insights into your activity and health goals.

Saw Palmetto and Prostate Health

Can Saw Palmetto Treat an Enlarged Prostate?

Saw palmetto is a popular supplement for prostate health — but does it actually work? Harvard experts examine the science behind the claims.

Sexual Violence and Health

Sexual Violence: Long-Term Health Effects

Survivors of sexual violence often face lasting mental and physical health effects. Learn how trauma-informed care and support can make a difference.

Probiotics and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Can Probiotics Help Calm IBD?

Can probiotics soothe inflammation in the gut? Harvard experts explore whether these "good bacteria" really help with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Dengue Fever: What to Know

Dengue Fever: What to Know and Do

Dengue fever is on the rise globally. Learn how to recognize symptoms, reduce your risk while traveling, and understand when medical care is essential.

Cannabis Drinks vs Alcohol

Cannabis Drinks: How Do They Compare to Alcohol?

Cannabis-infused beverages are gaining popularity. Are they safer than alcohol? Learn about effects, risks, and what to consider before you sip.

Salmonella Alert

Salmonella Is Sneaky — Watch Out!

Salmonella doesn’t just lurk in undercooked eggs. Learn how to avoid this sneaky foodborne illness and what symptoms to look for if you’re exposed.

Alzheimer's and Work

Could Having Two Jobs Lower Alzheimer’s Risk?

Surprising research shows that people with two careers may have lower odds of dying from Alzheimer’s disease. Explore the science behind cognitive resilience.

Fiber and Fermented Food

Add More Fiber & Fermented Foods to Your Diet

Boost your gut health and overall wellbeing by eating more fiber and fermented foods. Discover easy, science-backed tips to work them into your meals.

Routine Vaccine and Dementia

Can a Routine Vaccine Prevent Dementia?

Could getting your routine shots do more than just protect against infection? Explore new findings on vaccines and their surprising link to dementia risk.

Plant Oils and Longevity

Less Butter, More Plant Oils, Longer Life

Making the switch from butter to plant-based oils like olive or canola may support better heart health and longevity. Learn what the latest research suggests.

Healthier Planet, Healthier People

Healthier Planet, Healthier People

The health of the planet and the health of its people are closely connected. Discover how climate choices can benefit both environmental and human health.

COVID-19 Victoria

COVID-19 in Victoria

Stay up to date with COVID-19 advice, symptoms, testing, isolation, vaccination, and how to protect yourself and others in Victoria.

Oral Health Resources

Oral Health for Kids & Teens

Discover tips, facts, and resources to help children and teenagers maintain strong teeth, healthy gums, and lifelong oral hygiene habits.

Conception, Pregnancy and Birth

Conception, Pregnancy & Birth

Access trusted information on fertility, conception, pregnancy care, labour, and birth to support every step of the parenting journey.

Food Safety When Eating Out

Food Safety When Eating Out

Enjoy meals at restaurants and cafés with confidence. Learn how to make safe food choices and reduce the risk of foodborne illness when dining out.

Climate Change and Health

Climate Change and Health

Learn how climate change impacts your health and what actions individuals and communities can take to reduce risks from extreme weather and environmental changes.

Swimming Health Benefits

Swimming – Health Benefits

Swimming is a full-body workout that improves heart health, builds strength, and supports mental wellbeing. Discover the many benefits of this low-impact exercise.

Celiac Disease Myths

Celiac Disease: Exploring Four Myths

Harvard Health experts clear up common misconceptions about celiac disease and gluten — from who it affects to what a diagnosis really means.

Portfolio Diet

Is the Portfolio Diet the Best Diet Ever?

Discover how the Portfolio Diet — rich in cholesterol-lowering foods — compares to other heart-healthy diets, and whether it lives up to the hype.

Saw Palmetto and Prostate Health

Can Saw Palmetto Treat an Enlarged Prostate?

Saw palmetto is a popular supplement for prostate health — but does it actually work? Harvard experts weigh the evidence and clinical insights.

Counting Steps and Heart Rate

Steps Are Good — Is Heart Rate Better?

New research suggests that combining step count with heart rate tracking might give a clearer picture of physical activity benefits. Here's what it means for you.

What Is Prostatitis?

What Is Prostatitis – and How Is It Treated?

Prostatitis is a common and sometimes painful condition. Learn about symptoms, causes, and the latest treatments for managing this prostate issue.

ADHD and Pediatricians

Think Your Child Has ADHD?

Wondering if your child has ADHD? Learn how pediatricians assess symptoms, guide treatment options, and support families through diagnosis and care.

Winter Exercise Motivation

Stay Active When Winter Slows You Down

Don’t let cold weather freeze your fitness routine. Discover practical ways to stay active and energized even when winter makes it tough to move.

Unnecessary Health Care

Are You Getting Health Care You Don’t Need?

More care isn't always better. Explore how to identify unnecessary tests and treatments, and how to make informed choices for your health.

Low-Tech Vacation for Kids

Low-Tech Vacation Ideas for Kids

Keep kids happy and engaged over school holidays — no screens required. Try these creative, fun, and tech-free ways to make the most of their break.

Measles Comeback

Measles Is Making a Comeback

Once nearly eliminated, measles is re-emerging in parts of the world. Learn what’s driving the surge and how vaccination plays a vital role in prevention.

Sleepmaxxing Article

Should You Be Sleepmaxxing?

Sleepmaxxing is trending—but what is it, and can it really improve your physical and mental health? Explore what the science says about optimizing your sleep.

Supporting Prostate Cancer Caregivers

Supporting a Loved One with Prostate Cancer

Caring for someone with prostate cancer can be emotional and challenging. Learn practical ways to offer support while also looking after your own wellbeing.

Organ Donation

Organ Donation: Are You In?

Flowers, chocolates... and a lifesaving gift? Learn why becoming an organ donor is a powerful act of love and how you can take the next step.

Muscle-Building Obsession in Boys

A Muscle-Building Obsession in Boys

Boys are increasingly feeling pressure to bulk up. Learn the signs of unhealthy behaviors and how parents and caregivers can offer support.

Inflammation Testing

Should You Be Tested for Inflammation?

Inflammation plays a role in many diseases, but should you get tested for it? Learn what inflammation tests measure — and when they’re useful.

Resilience Plan Article

Build Your Own Resilience Plan

Life has its ups and downs. Learn practical, research-backed strategies to build emotional resilience and improve your ability to bounce back from stress.

Alcohol and Health

Alcohol and Your Health

What are the real effects of alcohol? Explore the latest evidence on health risks, potential benefits, and why expert advice on drinking is evolving.

BPH Surgery Article

New Surgery for Benign Prostate Hyperplasia

A new treatment for BPH may offer long-lasting relief with fewer side effects. Learn how this minimally invasive procedure compares to traditional options.

Let's Not Call It Cancer

Let’s Not Call It Cancer?

Could changing the language used for certain low-risk conditions help reduce overtreatment and anxiety? Explore the debate around cancer terminology.

Inflammation Article

What’s the Buzz About Inflammation?

Inflammation is blamed for everything from heart disease to fatigue — but what’s the real story? Explore what science says about this hot health topic.

Sexual Violence and Health

Sexual Violence and Long-Term Health

Survivors of sexual violence often carry lasting health impacts. Learn how trauma affects mental and physical wellbeing — and paths toward healing.

Medication Side Effects

Medication Side Effects: What Are Your Options?

Dealing with unwanted medication side effects? Learn how to recognize them, when to talk to your doctor, and what safer alternatives may be available.

Probiotics and IBD

Can Probiotics Help Calm Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

Can friendly bacteria help ease symptoms of IBD? Explore what current research says about probiotics, gut health, and managing inflammatory bowel conditions.

Imaging vs Biopsy in Prostate Screening

Could Imaging Replace Biopsies in Prostate Screening?

New imaging technologies may one day reduce the need for prostate biopsies. Learn what researchers are discovering and what it means for early detection.

Celiac Disease Myths

Celiac Disease: Exploring Four Myths

Harvard experts clear up common misconceptions about celiac disease and gluten — from who it affects to what a diagnosis really means.

Want a Calmer Brain?

Want a Calmer Brain? Try This

Feeling overwhelmed? Harvard experts share simple, research-backed ways to quiet your mind, reduce stress, and boost mental clarity in everyday life.

Tonsil Stones Article

Ever Hear of Tonsil Stones?

They’re smelly, stuck in your throat, and surprisingly common. Learn what tonsil stones are, why they form, and how to prevent and treat them effectively.

Color-Changing Eye Drops

Color-Changing Eye Drops: Are They Safe?

Cosmetic eye drops that alter eye color are trending — but are they safe? Learn what eye experts say about the risks, ingredients, and long-term effects.

Portfolio Diet Article

Is the Portfolio Diet the Best Diet Ever?

This plant-based eating plan has been shown to lower cholesterol and support heart health. Learn what makes the Portfolio Diet stand out from the rest.

CAR-T Therapy for Prostate Cancer

CAR-T Immunotherapy for Prostate Cancer

CAR-T cell therapy has revolutionized treatment for some cancers. Could it be the next big step for prostate cancer? Learn what the latest research shows.

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