A-Z of health information

The odds of a young fertile couple conceiving by having sexual intercourse around the time of ovulation are approximately one in five every month.

Influenza (the flu) is caused by a virus. The flu is more than just a bad cold. It can occasionally lead to serious complications. Immunisation offers protection from flu.

Influenza (flu) immunisation is recommended for people in known high risk groups.

Informed consent means that a person understands their condition and any proposed medical treatment and carers can help with the decision-making process.

Informed consent means having enough information about a medical procedure to decide whether to have it done.

Inhalants are chemical substances that give off fumes that can be breathed in to achieve a 'high'.

‘Insure it. It’s worth it’ is a toolkit to help financially prepare you and your family if things go wrong.

Intake and assessment’ services are the primary entry point into alcohol and drug treatment services. Intake and assessment services are available throughout Victoria.

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Internet addiction refers to the compulsive need to spend a lot of time on the Internet, to the point where relationships, work and health suffer.