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Mental illness resources – children and adolescents - 1441.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-resources-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides details of information available to support children and young people with a mental health condition, and their families.

Mental illness community services for children and adolescents - 862.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-community-services-for-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides mental health programs to infants, children and young people. This includes community, specialised, and hospital-based programs.

Understanding septic tank systems - 841.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Understanding-Septic-Tank-Systems

Most unsewered developments in Western Australia use septic tank systems to treat and dispose of sewage, also referred to as wastewater. Septic tank systems generally consist of one or two watertight cylindrical tanks called septic tanks and one or two sets of drainage receptacles which have holes in their sides and no base e.g. leach drains or soakwells.

Buying make up and skin products online - 820.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Purchasing-cosmetics-online

Know about the potential health risks associated with cosmetics manufactured outside of Australia and available for purchase online.

Purple Book appointments - 819

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Purple-Book-Appointments

The Child and Adolescent Health Service in Western Australia is a statewide organisation which encompasses Princess Margaret Hospital for Children and Child and Adolescent Community Health and provides first-class health care and prevention services to young West Australians.

Where can I have a Cervical Screening Test? - 798

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Where-can-I-have-a-Cervical-Screening-Test

A list of services in WA that provide cervical screening.

Testing or cleaning a house for drug contamination - 666.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Testing-or-cleaning-a-house-for-drug-contamination

Properties contaminated by meth or drug activities have varied levels of health risk. It is important to follow government guidance to manage this in a protective and cost-effective way, including choosing professionals. Be careful about unqualified service providers!

Mental illness treatments and medications - 603.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-treatments-and-medications

Treatment for mental health issues is varied and can involve psychological therapy, community support programs and medication.

Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights in WA - 573.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Australian-Charter-of-Healthcare-Rights-in-WA

The Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights describes the rights that you, or someone you care for, can expect when receiving health care.

Mental illness specialised services for children and adolescents - 560.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-specialised-services-for-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides a number of specialised services which support infants, children and young people with complex mental health needs.

Parenting groups - 540.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Parenting-groups

The Child and Adolescent Health Community Health provides free parenting groups to support you through key stages in your child’s development such as early parenting, solid food, sleeping, relationship building, behavioural issues and starting kindy.

Mosquito borne diseases overseas - 526.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mosquito-borne-diseases-overseas

In some overseas countries, mosquitoes can transmit serious and potentially fatal diseases such as dengue, malaria and Japanese encephalitis. It is important to visit your GP at least 6 weeks prior to traveling overseas to determine any health risks associated with your destination.

Prevent mosquito bites on holiday overseas - 522.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Prevent-mosquito-bites-on-holiday-overseas

In some overseas countries, mosquitoes can transmit serious and potentially fatal diseases such as dengue, malaria and Japanese encephalitis. It is important to visit your GP at least 6 weeks prior to traveling overseas to determine any health risks associated with your destination.

Care Opinion Dashboard - 515.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Care-Opinion-Dashboard

Care Opinion™ (formerly Patient Opinion) is changing the way that patients and families connect with their healthcare providers. Care Opinion™ Australia is an independent non-profit feedback platform where people can anonymously share their health care experience in Western Australia.

Buying, using, storing and disposing of household chemicals - 506.627

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Buying-using-storing-and-disposing-of-household-chemicals

How to buy, use, store and dispose of household products that contain chemicals and poisons.

Where to find needle and syringe programs in WA - 499

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Where-to-find-needle-and-syringe-programs-in-WA

Information on the locations of needle and syringe services and what types of services are offered.

Mental illness acute services for children and adolescents - 491

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-acute-services-for-children-and-adolescents

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides hospital-based mental health services for children and young people.

Tanja and Mark's story – personal stories of depression and anxiety in parents with new babies - 486.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Tanja-and-Marks-story-personal-stories-of-depression-and-anxiety-in-parents-with-new-babies

Tanja looked into her baby's eyes and wondered if I was going to feel a surge of love. She knew she loved him but there was something missing. She felt like she was looking at someone else’s baby.

Centre for Clinical Interventions - 486

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Centre-for-Clinical-Interventions

Information on the Centre for Clinical Interventions (CCI), a specialist statewide program that provides treatment for adults suffering from complex anxiety, mood and eating disorders.

Water tanks on your property - 484.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Water-tanks-on-your-property

This information is designed to help you manage the quality of water in water tanks on your property.

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) and cancer - 483.5533

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Diethylstilbestrol-DES-and-cancer

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) is a synthetic female hormone previously commonly prescribed to prevent miscarriages. Exposure to DES is associated with a higher risk of breast cancer, birth defects and anatomical changes in male and female reproductive systems.

Guide to selecting a pest management business - 469.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Guide-to-selecting-a-pest-management-business

Most people will undertake some form of simple pest control on their propery using pesticides. At some stage, a pest problem may be encountered which you are unable or unwilling to manage. Therefore you will need to engage a registered professional pest management business.

Where to get help for a chronic condition - 468

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Where-to-get-help-for-a-chronic-condition

There are a range of support organisations available to help people manage their chronic health condition.

Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) - 458.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Hyperthyroidism-overactive-thyroid

Hyperthyroidism is a health condition where your thyroid becomes overactive and produces too many hormones. It is a serious health condition that is fatal if left undiagnosed or untreated.

What Aboriginal women need to know about alcohol - 452.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/What-Aboriginal-women-need-to-know-about-alcohol

Information for Aboriginal women about alcohol, how harmful alcohol use can affect your body, and where to get support and help to reduce your alcohol use

Prevent mosquito bites on holiday in Australia - 448.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Prevent-mosquito-bites-on-holiday-in-Australia

In summer, a lot of time is spent outdoors but this is also when mosquitoes breed and bite. There is no cure or vaccine to protect against diseases transmitted by mosquitoes in Australia. The only way to prevent infection from diseases transmitted by mosquitoes is to avoid being bitten.

Preparing for your stay in hospital - 442.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Going-to-hospital/Preparing-for-your-stay-in-hospital

Going to hospital can sometimes be a stressful and anxious time for patients and their families. There are some useful things to consider before you go to hospital which will help make your visit as smooth and comfortable as possible.

Pregnancy and pesticides - 438.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Pregnancy-and-pesticides

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding it is important to avoid direct exposure to pesticides and take the necessary precautions by ensuring the product instructions are followed and the correct amount is used.

What Aboriginal men need to know about alcohol - 431

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/What-Aboriginal-men-need-to-know-about-alcohol

Information for Aboriginal men about alcohol, how harmful alcohol use can affect your body and where to get support and help to reduce your alcohol use.

Diseases transmitted by mosquitoes in Western Australia - 428

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Diseases-transmitted-by-mosquitoes-in-Western-Australia

In Western Australia, mosquitoes can transmit Ross River virus, Barmah Forest virus, Kunjin virus and the potentially fatal Murray Valley encephalitis virus. There is currently no cure or vaccine for any of these diseases. The only way to prevent infection is to avoid being bitten.

Mental illness support for carers of children and adolescents - 420.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Mental-illness-support-for-carers-of-children-and-adolescents

Mental illness support for, parents, grandparents and carers of children and adolescents.

Emotional health for parents during pregnancy and after the birth - 417.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emotional-health-for-parents-during-pregnancy-and-after-the-birth

When you are pregnant, your baby is exposed to everything you experience. This includes the sounds in the environment, the air you breathe, the food you eat and the emotions you feel. When you feel happy and calm, it allows your baby to develop in a happy, calm environment. However, emotions like stress and anxiety can increase particular hormones in your body, which can affect your baby’s developing body and brain.

Asbestos – contact details - 417

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Asbestos-contact-details

Extensive use of asbestos in Western Australia up until 1987, especially in building products, has resulted in widespread presence of asbestos materials in the community.

Where can I get immunised? - 413.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Where-can-I-get-my-vaccination

You can get immunisations from your doctor, local immunisation clinic, local government, Aboriginal community health services and Central Immunisation Clinic.

Tips for healthy swimming - 413.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Tips-for-healthy-swimming

There are a number of helpful tips you can follow for healthy swimming in Western Australia's rivers and beaches.

Zika virus - 411.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Zika-virus

Zika virus infection causes an illness known as Zika virus disease which includes symptoms such as a mild fever, rash, conjunctivitis and muscle or joint pain. Zika virus is transmitted to humans through the bites of infectious female Aedes mosquitoes.

Motor neurone disease (MND) - 410.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Motor-neurone-disease-MND

Motor neurone disease (MND) is the name given to a group of diseases in which the nerve cells (neurones) undergo degeneration and die.

Preparing yourself for body art - 380.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/N_R/Preparing-yourself-for-body-art

The body artist wants you to be comfortable and safe. At the same time they need to take care of their own interests and health, so there are a few things they will ask you to do.

Expressing and storing breast milk - 378.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Expressing-and-storing-breast-milk

There may be times where you need to express your milk such as when you return to work, your baby was born prematurely or is unwell, is unable to suck well, is away from you, or if your breasts are too full. This page includes information about expressing, storing, cleaning equipment, transporting and preparing expressed breastmilk for your baby.

Minimising the risk of a Legionella infection at home - 371.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Minimising-the-risk-of-a-Legionella-infection-at-home

Legionella bacteria are found in damp or wet environments. Infection can lead to Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia which can result in death.

Water and wastewater - 365.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Safety-and-first-aid/Water

This section includes articles relating to water and your health.

Home and household - 363.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Safety-and-first-aid/Home-and-household

The articles in this section relate to factors that affect the health and safety of people living in or visiting your home.

Anaemia - 355.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Anaemia

Anaemia describes a condition where there is a low red blood cell count or low haemoglobin level.

Goals of Patient Care and Residential Goals of Care - 349

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Goals-of-patient-care

The Goals of Patient Care is a clinical care planning process used during an admission to hospital or other care facility. It helps to determine which treatments would be useful for you, if there was deterioration in your condition.

Using household chemicals safely - 348.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Using-household-chemicals-safely

How to safely use household chemicals that are found in cleaning, cosmetic, pet care, car and garden products and medications.

Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) - 345.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/About-sexually-transmissible-infections-STIs

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections or diseases that are passed on during unprotected sex with an infected partner. This includes vaginal, anal or oral sex.

WA Rheumatic Heart Disease Register - 338.75

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/WA-Rheumatic-Heart-Disease-Register

The WA Rheumatic Heart Disease Register is designed to help improve the health care and health outcomes for people with acute rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease.

Safe holiday food handling - 338.25

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Safe-holiday-feasting

Safe food handling habits should always be followed when preparing and cooking food.There are many ways for food to become contaminated, especially in warm weather when temperatures increase and people gather in large groups to share food and drinks

Early Pregnancy Assessment Service (EPAS) - 335.5

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Early-Pregnancy-Assessment-Service-EPAS

EPAS provides care and support, within a sensitive and confidential environment, for women who are experiencing problems in early pregnancy that don’t require urgent medical assistance and long-term management.

First aid for bites and stings - 328

https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/First-aid-for-bites-and-stings

Serious allergic reactions occur in approximately 2 per cent of stings from ants, bees and wasps.