COVID-19

COVID-19 is a contagious disease caused by coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. Read about how to avoid infection, when to get tested and treatment for COVID-19.

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What is a pandemic?

A pandemic is a global spread of new diseases, such as COVID-19 and influenza. Here's what you need to know, including how epidemics are different.

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School exclusion periods

If your child has an infectious illness, you may need to keep them home to stop it spreading at daycare or school. Learn about school exclusion periods here.

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Medicines for colds, flu and COVID-19 for children

Some medicines can help relieve your child’s cold, flu or COVID-19 symptoms. Learn what’s safe to give to your child.

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Colds and flu

Find out more about how to treat the cold or flu, how to avoid catching the cold or the flu and special cases in which to take extra care.

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Medicines for colds, flu and COVID-19

Different medicines can help relieve your cold, flu or COVID-19 symptoms. Learn how to safety take them and when to visit your doctor.

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COVID-19 vaccine FAQs

COVID-19 vaccination can help protect you against severe disease and hospitalisation. See how often you should be getting vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Long COVID

Long COVID is the name given to the ongoing symptoms that you may get after having COVID-19. Learn more about long COVID symptoms and treatment.

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Antivirals for flu (influenza) and COVID-19

Antivirals for the flu and COVID-19 can help prevent and treat severe infections. Learn more about them and if you are eligible to receive them.

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Daisy app

Daisy connects people experiencing violence or abuse to local services across Australia.

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Sunny app

Sunny is 1800RESPECT's app for people with disability who are experiencing, or risk experiencing, domestic, family and sexual violence. The app provides support to individuals to recognise, respond and get help if they are experiencing violence and abuse.

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Contact tracing

Contact tracing is a method used to slow the spread of infections by identifying people who have been in contact with an infected person.

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Healthy holiday tips — infographic

It’s important to think about your health as you prepare for a trip. Save and print this infographic for useful advice and what to consider.

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10 tips to fight the flu – infographic

Flu vaccine and good hygiene are some of the most important ways to help prevent colds and flu. Here's a handy list of tips to fight the flu.

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Down Syndrome Health Record App

Health record app is for parents and support people of children with Down syndrome that assists them to record and monitor their child’s health, growth and development.

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Shingles — infographic

Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful blistering rash. This infographic provides you with information on the symptoms, treatments and vaccination.

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About coronaviruses

Coronaviruses can cause several illnesses, from the common cold to serious respiratory infections and pneumonia. Learn more about coronaviruses.

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Is it a cold or the flu? – infographic

Can't tell if you've got the cold or the flu? This infographic helps you compare cold and flu symptoms, debunk the most common myths.

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Virtual care clinics

Virtual care clinics provide urgent care for non life-threatening situations from home or work so you don’t have to go to hospital emergency department.

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Coughs and colds in children

Most coughs and colds in children are caused by viruses. Find out how to treat your child and prevent them from developing and spreading a cold.

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Getting the most out of your pharmacist

Pharmacist's provide expert advice on medication and health. They can manage chronic conditions, offer vaccinations, and provide essential services.

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Brain fog

Brain fog is a way to describe problems with thinking and memory such as forgetfulness and trouble concentrating. Read about symptoms and treatments.

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Face masks

Face masks can protect you from viruses, like COVID-19 and the flu, and bushfire smoke. Learn more about the different types of face masks.

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Thrombocytopenia

Thrombocytopenia can cause bleeding problems due to low platelets. Read about TTS, the syndrome linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.

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Cough

Most coughs are caused by viruses which inflame the throat, airways or lungs. Here are some tips to relieve a chesty, dry or persistent cough.

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Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea in adults may last a just few days, or it might be a symptom of something more serious. Learn about the causes and treatments for diarrhoea.

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Vomiting

Vomiting is usually not a sign of anything serious and tends to only last one or two days. Learn about the causes and when to get medical advice.

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How to treat warts

Warts are small, harmless lumps of skin caused by the human papilloma virus. Learn here about treatments and how to avoid spreading warts.

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Sore throat (pharyngitis)

Pharyngitis is a symptom of a bacterial or viral infection and common with a cold or flu. Learn how to care for a sore throat and when to see a doctor.

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Flu vaccine FAQs

Frequently asked questions about flu shots - why get a flu shot, when to get one, side effects and can I get a COVID-19 vaccine at the same time?

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