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With the healthdirect app, you're in safe hands

Almost 4 in 5 Australians search the internet for health topics and symptoms. Download the new, supercharged healthdirect app and get the right information.

How to get help with mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

If you’re concerned about your mental health because of the COVID-19 crisis, here are some of the tips, services and resources available to help you.

Travelling to your healthcare appointment

Travelling to receive healthcare can be complex, time-consuming and costly. Here's how to help reduce these burdens through good planning.

Western Australia rural and remote health services

Western Australia's vast rural and remote regions make careful planning and preparation essential to help you find health services when you need them.

Rural or remote mental health

Life in rural and remote locations can be rewarding, but it can also be tough for people living there to access support for mental health problems.

Health and wellbeing apps

Browse our selection of healthcare apps from our trusted information partners.

Northern Territory rural and remote health services

NT health services support some very remote areas, so they are not always readily available. It's important to prepare for when you need help.

Rural and remote health

Many organisations, along with the Australian Government, have developed support programs for people living in rural and remote areas.

Queensland rural and remote health services

Queensland's rural and remote regions make careful planning and preparation essential to help you meet the challenge of accessing health services.

How to treat mild COVID-19 symptoms and who can have oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19

Most adults with a mild case of COVID-19 can treat their symptoms at home and recover in a few days. That is by resting at home, taking pain relief and cough medicines and keeping hydrated. But will that be enough for everyone?

South Australia rural and remote health services

South Australia’s rural and remote health services are very important to the 1 in 5 SA residents who live outside the greater Adelaide metro area.

New South Wales rural and remote health services

Health services in rural and remote NSW might be harder to access than in urban areas, but an online search can show services in your area.

Tasmania rural and remote health services

Tasmania's rural and isolated regions make careful planning and preparation essential to help you meet the challenge of accessing health services.

Older people and COVID-19

Older people who are exposed to COVID-19 are at much greater risk of serious illness. Here's advice to support older Australians

Medications for treating COVID-19

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved several medicines for the use of treating COVID-19 in Australia.

The role of a GP

Your GP (general practitioner) is usually the first person to go to if you’re sick. GPs coordinate your healthcare - watch this video to learn more.

Low cost or free mental health services

Depending upon your personal circumstances, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate on Government programs to assist with your treatment.

COVID-19 and mental health

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our mental health and wellbeing. Here's how you can look after your yourself and mental health support services available to help.

Help to remain living at home if you have a chronic disease or serious illness

Information about home modifications, medical equipment at home, telephone services, emergency call systems and sources of funding.

3 other ways COVID-19 affects Australians’ health — and what to do about it

COVID-19 can impact wellbeing in surprising ways, from affecting mental health to increasing hand-sanitiser poisoning. Find out how.

Food, medicines and other essentials during COVID-19

Learn more here about getting medicines, food and essential supplies while isolating with COVID-19, as well as who you can reach out to for help.

Dihydrocodeine

Dihydrocodeine is an opioid-based medicine available on prescription from your doctor. It is categorised as a 'weak' opioid. Learn more here.

How to take medicines safely in a natural disaster (bushfire, floods, cyclones)

It's important to have a plan to manage your medicines should a natural disaster strike. Here's how to safely take medication during a bushfire, flood and more.

Can I have an abortion in Australia?

Find out about Australian abortion laws and how to access an abortion if you need one.

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy (talk therapy) that helps a person to identify and change unhealthy or damaging thinking habits.

The flu versus COVID-19: Why it’s important to know the difference in 2022!

Although different viruses cause flus and COVID-19, the diseases have some similar symptoms. Here’s how to know if you have COVID-19, the flu or both.

Measles

Measles is a highly infectious viral disease, spread from person to person via droplets in the air. Learn about the symptoms and why vaccination is essential.

Rubella (German measles)

Rubella (also known as German measles) is best prevented by the MMR vaccination. Learn more about its distinctive rash, other symptoms and treatments.

People with underlying health conditions and COVID-19

Here’s what people with underlying health conditions need to know about COVID-19, including who is at greater risk and getting vaccinated.

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Search results for: "Telehealth"

Life stage

With the healthdirect app, you're in safe hands

How to get help with mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

Travelling to your healthcare appointment

Western Australia rural and remote health services

Rural or remote mental health

Health and wellbeing apps

Northern Territory rural and remote health services

Rural and remote health

Queensland rural and remote health services

High risk pathway

How to treat mild COVID-19 symptoms and who can have oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19

South Australia rural and remote health services

New South Wales rural and remote health services

Tasmania rural and remote health services

Older people and COVID-19

Medications for treating COVID-19

The role of a GP

Low cost or free mental health services

COVID-19 and mental health

Help to remain living at home if you have a chronic disease or serious illness

3 other ways COVID-19 affects Australians’ health — and what to do about it

Food, medicines and other essentials during COVID-19

Dihydrocodeine

How to take medicines safely in a natural disaster (bushfire, floods, cyclones)

Can I have an abortion in Australia?

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

The flu versus COVID-19: Why it’s important to know the difference in 2022!

Measles

Rubella (German measles)

People with underlying health conditions and COVID-19

Life stage

With the healthdirect app, you're in safe hands

How to get help with mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

Travelling to your healthcare appointment

Western Australia rural and remote health services

Rural or remote mental health

Health and wellbeing apps

Northern Territory rural and remote health services

Rural and remote health

Queensland rural and remote health services

High risk pathway

How to treat mild COVID-19 symptoms and who can have oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19

South Australia rural and remote health services

New South Wales rural and remote health services

Tasmania rural and remote health services

Older people and COVID-19

Medications for treating COVID-19

The role of a GP

Low cost or free mental health services

COVID-19 and mental health

Help to remain living at home if you have a chronic disease or serious illness

3 other ways COVID-19 affects Australians’ health — and what to do about it

Food, medicines and other essentials during COVID-19

Dihydrocodeine

How to take medicines safely in a natural disaster (bushfire, floods, cyclones)

Can I have an abortion in Australia?

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

The flu versus COVID-19: Why it’s important to know the difference in 2022!

Measles

Rubella (German measles)

People with underlying health conditions and COVID-19

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