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Rural men face greater risk of health problems, including suicide

Men who live in rural and remote Australia are more at risk of many health issues, such as obesity and suicide. Even in the outback, help is available.

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Contraceptive injection

Read about the contraceptive injection, a type of hormonal birth control that needs to be given every 3 months to prevent pregnancy.

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What do social workers do?

Social workers can help if you have problems with your health, finances or living situation. Find out how a social worker may be able to help you.

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Counsellors and counselling

Counsellors work in mental health and other settings. They specialise in building relationships based on discussions between the client and counsellor.

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Tasmania rural and remote health services

Tasmania’s rural and remote health services help you better access health care, if you live outside the metro area. Learn where to find them here.

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Financial stress and your health

Financial stress can affect your relationships and health. It's common and can affects anyone, regardless of status. Seek help if you're affected.

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Contraceptive vaginal ring

Read about the vaginal ring - a type of contraception (birth control) that works in the same way as the pill and can help control your periods.

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Contraceptive implant

A contraceptive implant is inserted under your skin and offers an effective, convenient, long-term contraception option, safe for use by most women.

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The pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)

The combined oral contraceptive pill, usually called 'the pill', is a type of contraception (birth control) that can also help control your periods.

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Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD)

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a reliable method of contraception (birth control). Find out about the copper IUD and the hormonal IUD.

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