Healthdirect Free Australian health advice you can count on.

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.

Search results for: "Early Intervention"

Disability services and the NDIS

Read about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which provides government funded disability services to people living with disability.

Mental health first aid

A mental health first aid training program can help you know what to do in a crisis situation. Learn what’s involved, and where to find a course.

Apert syndrome

Apert syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes changes to the shape of the skull. Learn more about the other signs of Apert syndrome.

Down syndrome

Down syndrome is caused by an extra chromosome 21. Down syndrome affects people differently. It causes learning difficulties and health problems.

Developmental milestones in babies and children

Track your baby’s growth and learnings with developmental milestones. Discover when to expect progress, recognise issues, and seek professional help.

Rett syndrome

Rett syndrome causes intellectual and physical disability, with loss of speech and movement skills. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatments.

Stress in young people

Learn about stress in young people: it’s causes, symptoms, and tips for managing academic, personal, and social pressures effectively.

Learning disabilities

Learning disabilities affect how you learn in a specific area such as reading or maths. Find out more about dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia here.

Osteomyelitis

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. Read about symptoms, causes and treatment of osteomyelitis, and how you can prevent permanent bone damage.

Find a health service

GP (General practice) Pharmacy Emergency Departments Hospitals

Need more services?

Enter a location

{{prefLabel}}

Use current location

Check your symptoms Find a health service

24 hour health advice you can count on

1800 022 222

We are a government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice

Healthdirect Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and to Elders both past and present.

Life stage