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Medical problem? Call 1800 022 222. If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately

healthdirect Australia is a free service where you can talk to a nurse or doctor who can help you know what to do.

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If your injury or illness is critical or life threatening, call triple zero (000).


Health support

Online Symptom Checker

Use the healthdirect Symptom Checker to assess your symptoms in about 4 minutes and see if you need medical attention.

Speak to a registered nurse

Call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 (also known as 1800MEDICARE nationally and NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria) about any health concern — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Need extra support calling this number?

If you are d/Deaf, hard of hearing or find it hard to speak, call the National Relay Service on 1800 555 727 for support.

If English is not your main language and you need an interpreter, call TIS National on 131 450 and ask to be transferred to the helpline.

Mental health and domestic violence

Find phone numbers to call for support, information or someone to talk to when you need help.

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