Cultural Sensitivity and Understanding in the Medical Industry

understanding, representing the increased need for exposure among medical students and staff to Aboriginal communities and health workers to provide care that is culturally competent. The Research Research has found that an increased exposure to...

Be Kind to Your Kidneys

are high in sugar and opting to drink water instead. Having sugary drinks causes you to put on weight which is bad for your health and your kidneys. Limit alcohol intake Alcohol causes high blood pressure, which can make your kidneys sick. It is also...

Moving Forward after a Crisis

supports. The government put in place extra supports for mental health. You can read about it in How to get a Mental Health Care Plan. There is also a Healthy Mind - mental health program for people with intellectualdisability and tips for good mental...

National Crisis Numbers

1300 371 288 Opening Doors 1800 825 955 Safe Steps 1800 015 188 24/7 Suicide Line 1300 651 251 24/7 QUEENSLAND Mental Health Access Line 1300 642 255 24/7 Salvation Army QLD 1300 36 36 22 or 07 3831 9016 (Crisis Counselling) 24/7 Homeless Hotline 1800...

New report sheds light on disability in Australia

Yesterday, a new report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) was published which discusses the health, well-being, employment, education and social inclusiveness and connectedness of people with disability living in Australia today....

Planning ahead tools for your future legal, health and financial decisions

than you think. Resource: NSW Government - NSW Trustee and Guardian Download: Planning Ahead Tools for your future legal, health and financial decisions

COVID-19 operational plan for people with disability released

The Plan forms part of the national response developed by the Australian Government and is aligned to the Australian Health Sector Emergency Response Plan for Coronavirus (COVID-19) with representation from a range of backgrounds including people with...

Music for the soul

and error, you can find the right instrument. What is music therapy? Music Therapy is recognised as a professional allied health therapy. Music Therapy can be held in groups or as a one-on-one class. Sessions are tailored by the therapist to meet the...

Targeted Community Care (Mental Health) Program – Personal Helpers and Mentors (PHaMs)

Personal Helpers and Mentors (PHaMs) assists people with severe mental illness to access services, build their capacity, and participate in the community. Resource: Department of Social Services - Targeted Community Care (Mental Health) Program –...

Disability and Face Masks - COVID-19

Videos in Community Languages (Victoria) Videos in 16 different community languages from the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services are available. View them here and please share them with anyone who would benefit from them. Autism Spectrum...

NDIS Mental Health Access Snapshot Series

A person wishing to apply for the NDIS needs to provide evidence that they meet the NDIS eligibility requirements. This document will specifically detail Section 24 of the NDIS Act, the disability requirements. The prospective participant may need...

Getting your medication during the COVID-19 crisis

appointments to prescriptions and getting medications, we outline the supports that are available to help you. Skip to Telehealth Prescriptions Home Medicines Service Pharmacy Home Delivery Medications Diabetes Asthma Facemasks Telehealth Medicare...

Health

The results below include specialised disability and mainstream health and medical-related services and supports. To narrow your search, select a sub-category from the left-hand side; or you can click on the clear button, type a keyword in the search...

Podcasts to ponder on for positivity

to locate their site to listen to particular episodes again. The following list relates to Mindfulness, Positivity and Health although there are numerous topics to choose from. Mindfulness The Mindful Minute By Meryl Arnett. Each week she provides a...

Wrap your ears around these disability podcasts

Ermha's Get Real is nominated for the Bullseye Award in the Australian Podcast Awards. What’s it like to live with a mental health condition, or a disability, or both? How can we make life better for people who face these complex challenges in their...

Heart your stride

30 minutes a day helps lower the risk of heart disease and stroke by 35%. The benefits of walking extend to better mental health and mindfulness. You might want to start with 10 minutes and gradually ease your way up to 30 minutes a day. If you have a...

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