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  1. Substance misuse and mental illness – dual diagnosis

    Dual diagnosis means someone has both a mental illness and a substance use problem.

  2. Sudden unexpected death in infants (SUDI and SIDS)

    You can reduce your baby's risk of sudden unexpected death by providing a safe sleeping environment and avoiding tobacco smoke.

  3. Sugar

    Too much sugar in the diet can contribute to health problems, so limit foods and drinks with high amounts of added sugar.

  4. Sugary drinks - know the facts (video)

    Victorian State Nutritionist, Veronica Graham says to limit your intake of sugar-sweetened drinks, they are not needed and may cause you harm.

  5. Suicide

    In Australia, suicide is the leading cause of death for males and females aged between 15 and 44. We can all play a role in preventing suicide by looking out for possible warning signs, reaching out and talking about it.

  6. Suicide and mental health conditions

    Some mental health conditions are associated with an increased risk of suicide. Protective factors can reduce suicide risk, such as mental health care, counselling and social support.

  7. Suicide Call Back Service

    The Suicide Call Back Service is a confidential 24-hour crisis support line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  8. SuicideLine

    SuicideLine is a confidential 24-hour crisis support line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  9. Sun protection at the snow

    Winter activities such as snow skiing or snowboarding pose a high risk of sunburn.

  10. Sunburn

    Even mild sunburn can cause permanent skin damage and may increase your risk of skin cancer.