A-Z of health information

Community health services are publicly funded and offer a range of health services to local residents.

The Community Pharmacist Pilot allows people in Victoria to get oral contraception (the pill) and treatment for urinary tract infections (UTI) at a local pharmacy without needing to see a doctor.

Community services offer information, advice, practical support, financial help or a combination of services.

Victorians who need help to get to a medical appointment, but don’t need medical supervision or care during their travel, may be eligible for community-based transport.

Find advice for the circumstances under which you can complain, tips for making the complaint and to whom you can address your complaint.

Find out more about effectiveness, safety and legal issues associated with complementary and alternative care. Always tell your doctor when using complementary and alternative therapies.

Tell your healthcare professionals about all medicines you take, including complementary medicines.

Using products bought from online sites can be risky. Watch out for scams or quackery and don't self-diagnose or self-medicate. Always seek advice from your doctor.

Complementary therapies aim to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms of disease.

When choosing a complementary therapist, think about your goals and ask your medical doctor for a recommendation.