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Why are MS Nurses important?
More than 25,600 Australians live with multiple sclerosis (MS) and there are 90 nurses working across the country to... Read more
Protecting yourself from getting sick during winter
Catching a cold, an influenza virus, or any other contagious virus, is more likely in winter as people spend more time... Read more
Voluntary assisted dying – what you need to know
If you have a terminal illness there are now laws around how you can get help to die on your own terms, when you choose... Read more
Tips for accessing mental health treatment plans
Mental health treatment plans can help you to address worry, stress, sadness and potential crises in your life before... Read more
Adaptive winter sports – the ski’s the limit!
Even though Australia is not known for snow or ice, winter sports are still popular across the country at ice skating... Read more
What are my adaptive sport options?
Sports and recreation can be an important part of life for people with disability because it can provide social... Read more
How does a Behaviour Support Plan improve quality of life?
A Behaviour Support Plan aims to provide the tools and strategies necessary to support a person with disability to... Read more
What does the Primary Health Care Ten-Year Plan mean for you?
Changes are coming to the primary health care system as part of the latest plan for health reform, and these changes... Read more
Expert advice for looking after your sexual health
Sexual health is a topic that many people don’t feel comfortable talking about, but is an important part of overall... Read more
How should a good quality support worker act?
The disability sector is growing quickly and there are many support workers available – for you to get quality... Read more
Services and supports for people with disability experiencing homelessness
It is important to understand homelessness and how it can impact on people with disability, as well as where help is... Read more
What are my adaptive music options?
Music is a universal language, known to improve mood, communication and motivation, with scientific evidence suggesting... Read more
What is childhood dementia?
Dementia is often a condition associated with old age, but 700,000 children are estimated to be currently living with... Read more
Rehabilitation and recovery from spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) are impossible to predict or entirely prevent, with the most common causes coming from... Read more
Obtaining a diagnosis for your child with disability
Every child is different and some have unique characteristics and challenges, but you may find after your child is born... Read more