healthdirect
Government-funded health advice, a symptom checker and a 24-hour helpline on 1800 022 222.
Health Resources
Trusted health information
The organisations below publish reliable, evidence-based health information for Australian patients. They are a useful starting point for understanding a condition or preparing for an appointment — but general information is never a substitute for advice about your own health.
If something you read raises a question, bring it to your next consultation. Your GP can interpret it in the context of your history, medications and circumstances.
General health information
HealthyWA
Plain-language information on conditions, treatments and staying well, from WA Health.
Australian Immunisation Register
Check and download your immunisation history statement through myGov or Medicare.
Conditions and support
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia
Practical guidance on allergies, anaphylaxis and living safely with food and insect allergy.
Asthma Australia
Asthma action plans, medication guidance and support for children and adults.
Healthy Bones Australia
Osteoporosis prevention, bone density testing and advice on calcium and vitamin D.
Cancer Council Australia
Screening guidance, prevention advice and support services for patients and families.
Continence Foundation of Australia
Information and a free national helpline for bladder and bowel health.
Dementia Australia
Support, education and advice for people living with dementia, their families and carers.
Diabetes Australia
Managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes, including diet, monitoring and the NDSS.
Heart Foundation
Heart health checks, risk factors, recovery and eating for a healthy heart.
Kidney Health Australia
Kidney function, risk factors and living well with chronic kidney disease.
Lung Foundation Australia
Information on COPD, asthma, lung cancer and pulmonary rehabilitation.
Jean Hailes for Women's Health
Evidence-based information on women's health across every life stage.
Mental health and crisis support
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. For 24/7 crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Medicare Mental Health
A national entry point to mental health services, advice and referral options.
Beyond Blue
Anxiety, depression and suicide prevention, with 24/7 support on 1300 22 4636.
Black Dog Institute
Self-help tools, fact sheets and clinical resources for mood disorders.
Kids Helpline
Free, confidential 24/7 counselling for young people aged 5 to 25 on 1800 55 1800.
Need advice about your own health?
General health information is a starting point, not a diagnosis. To discuss anything you have read here, book an appointment and we will talk it through with you.
For after-hours care and emergency contacts, see our Patient Resources page.