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Informed consent

Links to trusted information about informed consent.

CT scans - information for radiographers and medical imaging providers

Resources, protocols and other information to support medical imaging services, including radiographers and medical physicists, when they are undertaking this specialised form of scanning on children and young people.

Sexual abuse

Trusted information about sexual abuse and how the laws in each state protect you are can be found on this page.

Caring for someone with a mental health disorder

Trusted information on caring for someone with a mental health disorder, getting a diagnosis, getting support and resources, and looking after yourself.

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a safe and effective treatment for some severe mental health conditions that are considered life threatening. Find out more here.

Privacy statement

The Healthdirect Australia's privacy statement refers to the privacy obligations concerning the collection, use, disclosure and storage of personal information.

Organ and tissue donation

Trusted information on organ and tissue donation in Australia including who can become a donor and other FAQs, plus links to trusted resources.

End of life issues: nursing, treatments and procedures

Trusted information for carers on end of life issues for the person they are caring for such as surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

Self-harm treatment

Information on self-harm treatments, including counselling, talking to a psychologist or psychiatrist, plus links to trusted resources.

Caring for someone with cancer

Trusted information on caring for someone with cancer, getting medical support and advice, money and benefits, dealing with your emotions, and end-of-life care.