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Buying make up and skin products online - 31.21959

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

Pay your WA Health invoice - 14.25089

You can pay your WA Health invoice online using Visa or MasterCard.

COVID-19 resources for Aboriginal people - 10.37038

COVID-19 resources for Aboriginal people including fact sheets, posters, videos, radio messages and support phone lists.

VaccinateWA frequently asked questions - 9.698114

Frequently asked questions about VaccinateWA.

My Health Record - 9.517077

People seeking care in Australia can choose to register for an eHealth record.

Adolescent immunisation information for parents and guardians - 9.5

Treatments and tests - 9.202503

Find information about treatments and tests – browse by topic or A to Z.

Chlamydia - 8.630161

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Australia, particularly among young people aged between 15 and 25 years.

Contact us - 8.276134

Contact details for WA Health Department, where to get help

Mental illness specialised services for children and adolescents - 8

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.

Listeria infection - 6.75

Listeria infection (also known as listeriosis) is a rare but potentially severe illness caused by Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

Contraceptive implants - 6.75

Implanon is a contraceptive implant that slowly releases the hormone progestogen into a woman’s body over a period of 3 years

Injectable hormonal contraceptive - 6.75

Depo Provera is a synthetic hormone (progestogen) that is given by injection every 3 months

Planning to get pregnant - 6.683896

If you are thinking about starting a family visit your GP for a pre-conception consult.

Lead exposure and fishing gear - 6.635036

People that use firearms, handle ammunition or visit shooting ranges are at increased risk of lead exposure.

Lead exposure and firearms use - 6.635036

People that use firearms, handle ammunition or visit shooting ranges are at increased risk of lead exposure.

Acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease - 6.5

Acute rheumatic fever (ARF), commonly called rheumatic fever, is the body’s immune system reacting to an untreated infection with bacteria called Group A Streptococcus (GAS).

Travel advice for grey nomads - 5.927744

There’s nothing worse than having a long awaited holiday interrupted by a visit to the doctor. Like most things, prevention is the best defence. We advise older Western Australians to plan ahead before they go on holiday. medica

Preparing for your stay in hospital - 5.881661

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.

Mosquito borne diseases overseas - 5.838041

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 - 5.838041

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.

COVID-19 cases and contacts - 5.796694

To help protect people most at risk from COVID-19, COVID-19 cases and close contacts should not visit high-risk settings, such as: hospitals residential disability, mental health and aged care facilities other healthcare settings (e.g. GP clinics, dental services, physiotherapy, Aboriginal Medical Services)

Health advice for international students - 5

Sexual health information for international students. Be safe. Stay well.

Purple Book appointments - 4.5

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.

Community child health nurses - 4.5

Community child health nurses, employed by WA Health, are registered nurses with qualifications in child and family health.

Health advice for people coming to Western Australia - 4.5

Find out more about the different types of medical care in Western Australia.

Home and household - 4.25

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

Child development 3–6 months - 4.25

Your baby’s come a long way in his first 3 months. They’re probably now a very social being who loves being with you and having fun together.

Child development 9–12 months - 4.25

Your baby’s personality is becoming clear to you. They’re putting sounds together by babbling, trying to copy or say first words, and saying ‘No’ with a shake of their head. They may be clingy and wary of strangers, but they’re forming special relationships with you and other family members.

Mental illness acute services for children and adolescents - 4

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

Mental illness treatments and medications - 4

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

Mercury exposure - 4

Information about mercury, where it is commonly found, and the health risks associated with exposure to mercury.

Lifestyle and planning to get pregnant - 4

Lifestyle considerations when planning to get pregnant

Jewett brace - 4

The Jewett brace is designed to give support to your thoracic and lumbar spine by preventing twisting and flexion (bending forward).

Mixing drugs is dangerous - 4

Information for Aboriginal people on the dangers of mixing drugs (polydrug use).

Medicare - 4

Through Medicare, the Australian Government helps with the costs of some in-hospital and out-of-hospital services.

Damaged chemicals, poison and pesticides - 4

Take extreme care when handling any spills or containers of suspected poisons, chemicals, gases or pesticides, especially if containers are damaged.

Childbirth education classes - 4

Childbirth education classes, also known as antenatal classes or parenting classes, help prepare you and your partner for your birth.

Baby play: birth to 18 months - 4

You are your baby’s first teacher and playmate. The first years of life are the most important time for your child’s brain development. Babies learn best when they are actively involved and having fun with you during everyday activities, so spend time each day playing, learning and having fun with your baby.

Adolescent immunisation - 4

The school-based immunisation program provides free recommended vaccines to WA high school students in years 7 and 10.

Cancer treatment - 4

Your treatment will depend on the type of cancer you have, where it began and whether it has spread to other parts of your body.

Expressing and storing breast milk - 4

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.

Colour blindness - 4

Children who are colour blind can see as clearly as other people, but can’t tell the difference between some colours or see colours differently from other people. It’s good to know if a child is colour blind because he may have difficulty at school with activities that use colours, such as drawing and sorting blocks, and with computers.

Child development services - 4

WA Health provides a range of child development services for children who experience developmental diffculties.

Benzodiazepine withdrawal - 4

Information on how to stop using benzodiazepine medication and managing withdrawal symptoms.

Asbestos – contact details - 4

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.

Bipolar disorder - 4

Bipolar disorder (sometimes referred to as manic depression) is a mental illness that affects normal function of the brain.

Hand hygiene - 4

Hand hygiene means cleaning your hands with either soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub. Good hand hygiene is the most effective way to stop the spread of infection.

Advance care planning - 4

Advance care planning is an ongoing discussion between you, your loved ones and your health care professionals about choosing the type of medical care that is best for you.

Emergency and crisis - 4

There is a range of services available to provide support and immediate response to people in crisis or in need of urgent medical care.