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Food safety Better Health Channel

WebFurther information related to this fact sheet: Food safety. Related information on Better Health Channel. Food allergy and intolerance.; Food poisoning - prevention.

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URL: https://hnb.dhs.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/LFourPagesMoreInfo/Get_serious_about_food_safety

Human Services Victoria redirection page

WebFor individuals. For Victorians seeking information about the department's services including: Concessions and benefits. Disability. Families and children. Housing and accommodation. Young people. DHHS Services.

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Nervous system Better Health Channel

WebThe nervous system helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other. The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system. The other nerves of the body are called the peripheral nervous system. Problems of the nervous system include epilepsy, meningitis, multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's disease.

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Anxiety Better Health Channel

WebAnxiety is extreme worry that interferes with our daily lives. Symptoms include panic attacks, physical fear reactions and attempts to avoid the situation. Anxiety disorders can lead to social isolation and depression but help is available.

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Home Better Health Channel

WebHealth and medical information for consumers. Includes healthy living, weight management, recipes, physical activity, pregnancy, nutrition, children's health, and a range of information on the symptoms, care and treatment of many health conditions.

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Styes Better Health Channel

WebA stye is a sore and red lump near the edge of an eyelid. A stye is an infection of the eyelash follicle, usually caused by the staphylococcus bacterium. Most styes get better within a few days. Treatment options include hot compresses and antibiotic creams. Professional lancing and drainage may be needed in severe cases.

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Health checks for men Better Health Channel

WebMen should have regular health checks. See your doctor for regular medical checkups to help you stay healthy and to pick up early warning signs of disease or illness. Doctors can detect many diseases in their early stages such as cardiovascular (heart) disease, diabetes and some cancers.

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Haemorrhoids Better Health Channel

WebFind a health service. Haemorrhoids, or piles, are varicose veins of the rectum or anus. They are usually caused by years of straining on the toilet because of chronic constipation. Pregnancy and heavy manual labour can also cause haemorrhoids. Blood from the bowel or in the faeces (poo) should be reported to a doctor.

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Osgood Schlatter syndrome Better Health Channel

WebIn Victoria, Australia. For immediate, expert health advice from a registered nurse, call: Osgood-Schlatter syndrome is a painful knee condition that affects adolescents. It often occurs during a growth spurt and is associated with physical activity. Symptoms include pain and local swelling in the front of one or both knees.

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Genes and genetics Better Health Channel

WebGenes are inherited and contain information that our cells use to control growth, development and health. Genetic changes disrupt these messages and can cause health problems. These may be present at birth or may appear later in life.

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Autoimmune disorders Better Health Channel

WebAn autoimmune disorder occurs when a person's immune system mistakenly attacks their own body tissues. Different autoimmune disorders include diabetes, Graves' disease, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, sclerodoma and systemic lupus erythematosus.

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Notifiable Conditions Form

WebGroup D conditions are HIV (Human Immunodeficiency-virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) and written notification is required within five days of initial diagnosis. Initial notification can be made using this form. However a separate form is used for collecting data in order to comply with nationally agreed requirements.

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