2/06/2009 5:57:24 PM Information on regulations dealing with the removal of asbestos that came into effect in August 2004. Fact sheets regarding health information and the use of asbestos in house construction.
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17/10/2012 12:07:17 PM View the national guidelines and regulations on a large range of health issues.
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2/06/2009 5:55:42 PM Drug and Alcohol Services South Australia provides a hotline for reporting incidents of needles and syringes found in public places. Also provides information on needlestick injuries and what to do if you find a used syringe.
Related tags: aids [disease], chronic health problems, communicable diseases, conflict resolution, counselling, diseases, health, health hazards, public health, rehabilitation, social work
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2/06/2009 5:57:56 PM Information for sufferers of panic attacks and anxiety disorders.
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2/06/2009 5:56:09 PM Public Health SA is a website created to provide information on a range of health related areas. It includes links to information on:
- Communicable Diseases
- Immunisation
- Health Statistics
- Health Screening Programs
- Publications
- Drugs and Poisons
- Legislation
- Environmetnal Health
- Alerts and Media.
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2/06/2009 5:56:03 PM Haemophilia Foundation Australia (HFA) is committed to the improvement of treatment of haemophilia and related bleeding disorders, and the complications arising from such treatment. The Foundation works for, and represents all people with haemophilia and their families, improving care, support and quality of life through advocacy, education and the promotion of research.
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2/06/2009 5:56:19 PM [07] South Australia’s Health Care Plan has been developed by the State Government to meet future challenges. The plan outlines the most significant single investment in health care in South Australia’s history. The plan includes a new Hospital, a state-of-the-art facility in Adelaide’s city centre that will become Australia’s most advanced hospital, new investment in other major hospitals, and promoting healthy lifestyles and illness prevention through new GP Plus Health Care Centres.
For enquiries, call 1800 643 854.
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2/06/2009 5:56:43 PM The Multiple Sclerosis Society of South Australia and Northern Territory Inc. is committed to reducing the impact of chronic neurological disorders on individuals, families and carers. The services they provide include: Information/Education, Counselling /Social Work, Physiotherapy/Hydrotherapy, Immunotherapy Education/Assistance, Occupational Therapy, Outreach/Support Groups, Carer Support, Employment Support, Therapy Administration, Develop programs for information, education and support for Clients, Network with other Service Providers to provide information and education, Register new Clients and respond to Multiple Sclerosis enquires.
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2/06/2009 5:56:11 PM It is well known that tobacco smoking is the single largest cause of preventable death in Australia. Tobacco causes more illness and death than any other drug. Thirty South Australian's die each week from diseases caused by smoking tobacco and smoking related diseases account for 75,000 hospital bed days in the State each year. The Tobacco Products Regulation Act, 1997 is the Act in South Australia that regulates tobacco sales, distribution and use of tobacco, including areas where smoking is prohibited. On 28th October 2004 the Parliament of SA passed the Tobacco Products (Further Restrictions) Amendment Bill, 2004. The Tobacco Products Regulation Act, 1997 as amended in 2004 is about protecting non-smokers and children from the damaging effects of tobacco.
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2/06/2009 5:56:49 PM The Youth Health Line is a 24 hour phone line for young people aged 12-25 in South Australia who want information on issues ranging from self esteem, coping with alcohol and drugs, relationships, sexuality and sexual health. The Youth Healthline is staffed by health professionals who are trained and experienced in working with young people. It is a confidential service for all young people, particularly those who may want to talk to someone about what is going on in their life but feel more at ease with a telephone conversation than with face-to-face contact.
Related tags: adolescence, adolescents, boys, children, community health, community services, girls, government services, health, health services, preadolescents, public health, students, teenagers, young adults, youth
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