Indigenous Wellbeing Course - online program

This course from MindSpot aims to teach practical psychological skills, in a culturally respectful way. The stories and images are powerful and have been created and provided by Indigenous Australians for Indigenous Australians. We have an Indigenous mental health professional in our team at MindSpot who will be available to assist you whilst participating in the course.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health

Learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, including Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and Closing the Gap.

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Testing times for HIV

While new notifications of HIV have generally stabilised, rates have increased among heterosexual people and indigenous people. Here's how to get tested for, and prevent, HIV.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and dementia

Find out more about dementia, the importance of early intervention and how it affects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and social and emotional wellbeing

The term social and emotional wellbeing describes the social, emotional, spiritual, and cultural wellbeing of a person. Many factors can affect affected social and emotional well-being. Find out more here.

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Cirrhosis of the liver

Cirrhosis is permanent liver scarring due to various liver diseases and conditions. Discover its nature, symptoms, and treatment options.

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Northern Territory rural and remote health services

Much of the NT is very remote, so health services and support are not always available. Learn how to plan ahead and prepare for when you need help.

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Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be very serious. It’s often caused by bacteria or viruses. Learn how to prevent getting pneumonia.

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Rural or remote mental health

Life in rural and remote locations can be rewarding, but accessing mental health support can sometimes be tough for people living there.

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How to feel calmer when having a cervical screening test

The cervical screening test only takes a few minutes every 5 years, but you may still feel unnerved. Here are ways to feel comfortable at your next test.

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Trachoma

Trachoma is a contagious eye infection that can cause blindness if left untreated. Learn how to prevent and treat trachoma.

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Helicobacter pylori

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a common bacterium that can live in the stomach lining causing inflammation and sometimes ulcers and stomach cancer

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5 ways to protect your health from the effects of climate change

Here’s what you need to know about the impact of climate change on your health and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Incontinence – an overview

Incontinence can be treated, managed and even cured. Rather than be embarrassed about it, just talk to your doctor. Find out more here.

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Faecal incontinence

Faecal incontinence is when you experience leakage from the bowel due to poor bowel control. Up to 1 in 20 people have this condition, but there are treatments available.

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Urgent Care Clinics

Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are open longer hours than GP clinics and provide bulk billed urgent care when you don’t need the emergency department.

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Panic attacks and panic disorder

Panic attacks and panic disorders have distinct features that set them apart, read more to learn how to identify symptoms of each condition.

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Screening tests for STIs

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) won't always cause symptoms. If you're sexually active, your doctor might recommend regular STI screening tests.

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Oral sex and mouth care

Mouth sores can sometimes happen as a result of oral sex. If you think you have developed mouth sores it is important to seek advice from your doctor.

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Urinary incontinence

If you have urinary incontinence (trouble controlling your bladder), a simple lifestyle change or treatment may be all that’s needed to cure or improve it, or to help you manage the condition. Learn more here.

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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

Find out how to reduce the risk of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI) and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) — one of the main causes of SUDI.

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Health and wellbeing apps

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

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Chronic kidney disease

Chronic kidney disease is kidney disease that continues to get worse without improving. Find out more about chronic kidney disease.

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Type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use it well. Unlike type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed.

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How to lower your cholesterol

High cholesterol increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, but lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines can lower your levels of bad LDL cholesterol.

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Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition where your blood sugar levels become too high. Find out about the types of diabetes and the treatment options.

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Diarrhoea in children

Diarrhoea in children is very common. It can sometimes be serious. Read more here to find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments.

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