A-Z of health information

Collated information for communities relating to bushfires, including what to do during a bushfire as well as what happens afterwards.

Debris, smoke, ash and dead animals from a bushfire can contaminate water tanks.

Low-level exposure to cadmium over a long period of time may cause health effects because cadmium can accumulate in the body.

A caesarean section is usually performed when it is safer for the mother or the baby than a vaginal birth.

Caffeine is a stimulant that acts on the brain and nervous system.

Find out how important you and your child's immunisation is to the most vulnerable members in our community.

If you don’t have enough calcium in your diet, your bones will eventually become weak and brittle.

In a medical emergency, call triple zero (000) for assistance.

Having trouble working out what to eat if you’re vegan, vegetarian or fasting?

Cancer grows when normal body cells multiply in an uncontrolled way. Cancer can affect any part of the body. Some cancers can be treated. Cancer screening tests can help detect some cancers early.