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- Heat-related health problems
Heat kills more Australians than any natural disaster. Find out how you can treat and prevent heat-related illness, including heatstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramp and heat rash.
- Heavy periods
About heavy periods (menorrhagia or abnormal uterine bleeding). Details on blood loss, symptoms, causes, health effects, diagnosis, treatment and where to get help.
- Helping a child with a disability with everyday activities
If you have a child with a disability you can help improve their communication and movement by encouraging them to take part in daily activities.
- Helping your child with mental illness
Recognising that your child has a mental health problem and seeking professional support are important first steps to take.
- Hendra virus
The best defence against Hendra virus is to avoid contact with an infected horse.
- Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Henoch-Schonlein purpura causes a purple spotted skin rash which lasts around one to four weeks, and is often marked by relapses.
- Hepatitis
Hepatitis is an umbrella term for several diseases that affect the liver.
- Hepatitis A
Immunisation is the best protection against hepatitis A infection and it is recommended for people in high-risk groups.
- Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to serious illness or death.
- Hepatitis B – immunisation
Immunisation against hepatitis B reduces the risk of infection in babies.