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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. -
0:30Private health insurance hospital product tiers video
This 30 second video outlines the inclusions for each of the Gold/Silver/Bronze/Basic product tiers as part of the government’s reform to private health insurance. -
Medical Costs Finder
The Medical Costs Finder helps you find and understand costs for general practitioners (GPs) and medical specialist services across Australia. -
My Aged Care assessor portal
Aged care assessors must use this portal to manage referrals, assessments and support plans. -
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. -
My Aged Care Service and Support Portal
Registered aged care service providers must use this portal to manage information about their services, their clients and referrals. -
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. -
1:53Aunty Margaret’s story – Bring a friend for support
Aunty Margaret Lawton speaks about her experiences with breast cancer and the BreastScreen Australia program. -
1:50Trish’s story – Regular breast screening saved my life
Trish Springsteen speaks about her experiences with breast cancer and the BreastScreen Australia program. -
3:32Dawn’s story – Early detection saved my life
Dawn Ross, an Arrernte woman from Alice Springs, shares her story of participating in the BreastScreen Australia Program. -
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. -
0:30Private health insurance reforms campaign online video
This 30 second video outlines the Government’s reform to private health insurance. -
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. -
5:42Getting your diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (dTpa) 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. -
1:29Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Video – Dr Joel Wenitong
Dr Joel Wenitong is a GP and a musician. Listen to his advice to help keep your mob safe from the coronavirus. -
1:50Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Video – Michelle Thomas
Michelle Thomas is a registered nurse and final year medical student. She is a proud Boon Warrung woman and a member of the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association. Listen to her advice on how you can support Elders and older people in your community. -
0:34Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Video – Professor Tom Calma AO – Get your flu shot
Professor Tom Calma AO advises all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to get their free flu shot this year. -
0:59Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Video – Professor Tom Calma AO – Keeping Medical Appointments
Professor Tom Calma AO explains why it's important for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to keep up with their medical appointments during the coronavirus outbreak.
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1:06Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Video – Professor Tom Calma AO – Quit smoking
Professor Tom Calma AO explains why it is especially important for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to quit smoking during this time.