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5:46Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Dr Mark Wenitong explains how to use rapid antigen tests (RATs)
In this video, Dr Mark Wenitong explains a step-by-step process of how to use different rapid antigen tests (RATs) for COVID-19 by testing the spit from your mouth, one that you suck like a lollipop, and one that takes a sample from your nose. -
10:22Top 3 questions – Flu season
Dr Lucas De Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, answers the Top Three questions across our channels. -
0:54How can I protect myself from JEV?
JEV has been detected in Australia. Find out how you can protect yourself in this short video from Dr Sonya Bennett. -
0:42Who might catch JEV?
Find out who is at risk of catching JEV in this short video from Dr Sonya Bennett. -
00:06:33Top 3 questions – Men's Health Week with Dr Lucas de Toca (Part 1)
Hear from Dr Lucas de Toca talk about whether men are more susceptible to certain illnesses or conditions compared to women, and when men should start regular health checks and screening tests.
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1:49Available treatments for COVID-19
This video, in English, provides information on what COVID-19 treatments are available and the importance of discussing with your general practitioner which option is the most appropriate for you. -
2:35Making a health plan for winter
This video, in English, provides information on the increased spread of flu during the winter months and the importance to prepare a winter plan and have it in place should you get sick -
2:20Flu and COVID-19 vaccination
This video, in English, provides information on available flu vaccinations for the winter period and highlights that a person can receive the flu vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine safely at the same time -
8:46Top 3 questions – Menopause with Prof Alison McMillan & Karen Cook (part 1)
Professor Alison McMillan, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, answers the top three questions across our channels. -
1:03Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Kathryn North case study
Professor North tells us how genomics is helping many children, who only 5 or 10 years ago would have been admitted to hospital for invasive tests, sometimes without answers. -
1:16Medical Research Future Fund – Associate Professor Jeanie Cheong case study
An expert in understanding newborn babies' brains, Associate Professor Cheong describes her work to understand and protect newborn babies from risks at birth. -
4:45COVID-19 – Omicron update from CMO Professor Paul Kelly – 9 December 2021
An update from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about the new Omicron variant of concern. -
COVID-19 vaccination – Geographic vaccination rates (LGA) – 10 November 2022
These reports delivered weekly on Mondays, list the percentage of people aged between 5-11 years old who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 by local government area (LGA). -
COVID-19 outbreaks in Australian residential aged care facilities – 11 November 2022
This weekly report provides a snapshot of data on the impact of COVID-19 in residential aged care facilities nationally. The report includes data on the number of services impacted and number of staff and resident cases, as well as workforce, testing and PPE provided to affected services. -
3:23David’s story – If I had the screening I would’ve been better off
David is the CEO at Pangula Mannanurna, an Aboriginal Health Service in South Australia. David shares his experience of being diagnosed with bowel cancer. -
3:44Ernest’s story – Gugu mugu do, just do it
Ernest, an Aboriginal man from the Tjapukai tribe, is an advocate of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. -
2:33John’s story – Knowledge is power
John talks about his experience with using the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program kit. Receiving a reminder letter prompted him to do the test. Listen to his story. -
2:36Stephen and Mary Ann’s story – You don’t have to be the tough guy
Stephen and Mary Ann talk about their experience with the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and the importance of encouraging loved ones to do the test. -
healthdirect symptom checker
Use this tool if you’re feeling unwell and not sure what to do – if it’s an emergency, call 000 immediately. Answer some questions about your symptoms and get advice on whether to see a doctor, go to hospital or call an ambulance. It is available online at any time. -
healthdirect find a health service
Use this tool to find a health service near you. You can choose the type of service you need (such as general practice or dentist) and narrow the results to suit your needs (such as bulk billing or free parking) and location. It is available online at any time. -
The Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool (AUSDRISK)
You can use the AUSDRISK tool to estimate your risk of getting type 2 diabetes in the next 5 years. -
3:16Margarette’s story – Get your breasts screened even if you feel healthy
Margarette Fisher, a Nudendri woman, encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to have a breast screen. -
2:24Cheryl’s story – I didn’t think it would happen to me
Cheryl Flanders shares her story about surviving breast cancer. Breast screening saved her life and she encourages other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to have the screening mammogram. -
2:34Fiona’s story – Promoting breast screening in my community
Fiona Millard encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to have a breast screen. She talks about the van that is used to provide screening services in remote areas. -
5:23Getting your meningococcal ACWY vaccination at school — what to expect
Vaccination is a simple and clever way to protect you from serious diseases now and later in your life.