A-Z of health information

While the smoking rate in Australian Aboriginal communities is decreasing, it is still more than three times the national average. Smoking is the cause of one in five deaths in Aboriginal communities.

Snoring isn't harmful but may lead to long-term sleep deprivation.

Pay attention to basic safety precautions to reduce your risk of injury from winter sports.

You can help reduce your risk of winter sports injuries with planning, preparation and proper equipment.

Soccer is great for your health and can be played in competition or in the park with friends.

Common causes of injuries to soccer players are player contact, falls and tackles.

A person with social phobia experiences anxiety in situations where they are likely to be scrutinised and observed by others.

Social workers are trained to help people experiencing a range of issues including family problems, anxiety, depression, crisis and trauma.

Encourage children to drink and enjoy water. Sweet drinks such as juice, cordial and soft drinks may cause health problems for children if consumed in large amounts.

Consumption of drinks containing added sugar is associated with weight gain, reduced bone strength and tooth erosion and decay.