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General Resources
Start here. Use these helpful websites to find the health information you are looking for:
CDC
Information materials available through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Health Navigator - Healthy Living Toolkit
A pamphlet with information on health topics such as diabetes, asthma, colds and flu, STDs, child obesity, health insurance, and more.
Health Translations
Choose a health topic to find information in Farsi.
MedlinePlus
Resources on a variety of health related topics from MedlinePlus.
Multicultural Health Communication Service
Brochures, factsheets, and other health related resources.
Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
Contains list of general health, disability, mental health, nutrition/healthy lifestyle, parenting/child development, specific conditions, and women’s health information resources.
Vaccines
Scroll down to see information on various vaccines in your spoken language.
COVID-19
CDC - COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Information about the COVID-19 vaccine from the CDC.
The Community Health Literacy Project
Information on COVID-19 and prevention.
Multilingual COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 resources in multiple languages (select your language).
Coronavirus - NHS Inform
A number of leaflets on COVID-19 symptoms, prevention, and other topics.
COVID-19 Infographics
Several visual resources for COVID-19 related situations.
Health Care and Safety
Hospital Safety
8 simple steps to keep yourself safe during your hospital stay.
Wash Your Hands
A diagram on hand washing.
Emergency Department Signs
Translations of signs you may see in the Emergency Room.
Child, Family, and Relationship Services
A Glossary of terms related to child health care, family, and relationships
Disability Services Glossary
A glossary of terms pertaining to health care for the disabled.
Getting Medical Help on Weekends, Holidays, and at Night
Tips for seeking medical attention during times when doctors' offices are typically closed.
How to Use Medicines Correctly
A guide on how to properly use medication.
Infectious Diseases
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Chickenpox Immunization
Information on measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, as well as the MMRV vaccine in several languages.
Influenza
Questions and answers about influenza. (Download)
Measles
Information on measles. (Download)
Meningococcal Disease
Factsheet on meningococcal disease.
Tuberculin Skin Test
Information on a test which determines if the patient has tuberculosis.
Tuberculosis
Factsheet on tuberculosis.
Men's Health
Vasectomy
A factsheet about the vasectomy operation.
Good Bladder Habits for Men and Women
How to keep a healthy bladder.
Mental Health
Depression
A factsheet on depression.
Trauma
A factsheet on trauma.
Eating Disordes
A guide to eating disorders.
Mental Health - Multiculturalmentalhealth.ca
Information on mental health topics such as stress, depression, schizophrenia, and more.
Family and Caretaker Help
Documents for families and caretakers for mentally ill individuals.
Mental Health Services Glossary
A glossary of terms pertaining to mental health care.
Seeing a Doctor, Specialist, or Health Professional
A glossary of terms to understand before going to the doctor
Nutrition
Calcium Fact Sheet
A fact sheet on the importance of calcium intake.
Healthy Diet and Bowels
Information on practicing a healthy diet for good digestion.
Healthy Drinks
Diagram of what beverages to drink.
Oral Health and Bone Disease
Bisphosphonates
Care for patients taking bisphosphonates.
Lift the Lip
A factsheet on tooth decay.
Pediatric Health
Anaphylaxis Procedures for Schools
Information for parents and caretakers of students at risk of anaphylaxis. (Click "Select Language" at the top and slick "Persian").
Childhood Pneumococcal Disease
Factsheet on pneumococcal disease in children and immunization.
Getting Your Child to Eat Breakfast
Tips on how to encourage your child to eat breakfast.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
Information on the viral infection common in children. (Download)
Immunizing Your Child
Information on vaccines for your children. (Download)
Respiratory Health
Asthma
A factsheet on asthma.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Factsheet on whooping cough. (Download)
Women's Health
Breast Health
A guide to breast health.
Common Vaginal and Vulval Conditions
A fact sheet on common conditions of the vagina and vulva.
The Diaphragm
A fact sheet on the diaphragm, one of the female contraceptive options.
Incontinence in Pregnant Women
Information on bladder and bowel control for pregnant women.
Menstruation and How You Can Manage It
A fact sheet on menstruation.
Women and Heart Disease
Factsheet on heart disease in women.
Pregnancy and Diabetes
A leaflet on diabetes in pregnant women.
Contraception for Women
A guide to the various forms of contraception women can use.
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