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30 Jul 2025... This video provides information about cervical screening.  Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers and can be prevented through regular cervical screening tests and the HPV vaccine. A cervical screening test, known as a CST, is a simple test used to check the health of your cervix. Cervical screening looks for the presence of the Human Papillomavirus, also known as HPV, which can lead to cell changes in the cervix.  Almost all cervical cancers are caused by HPV. Even if you have had the HPV vaccination, it is also important to have a cervical screening test every five years, if you are:  A woman or a person with a cervix     Between the ages of 25 and 74 years old, and  Are, or have ever been, sexually active 

27 May 2025... Own It is an Australian Government–funded national campaign to raise awareness of the self-collect option when doing your Cervical Screening test. In this video for the Chinese community, it is explained that cervical cancer is preventable and that you have choices when it comes to your cervical screening test. Women & people with a cervix aged 25-74 should have a cervical screening test every 5 years and talk to their doctor about their options. 

08 Oct 2024... This guide explains how to safely manage pain after a caesarean using paracetamol, anti-inflammatories, and opioids. It includes when and how to take medicines, side effects to watch for, and how to slowly stop taking them. It provides a medication tracker helps you stay on schedule but always recommends asking your doctor if unsure.

18 Apr 2024... Jean Hailes developed translated educational presentations for health professionals, educators, social workers, bicultural workers, community workers and leaders to help deliver health information to women and girls in-language. The resources are for a general audience with limited health literacy in plain language, so they are practical and easy to understand.  This presentation includes tips on how to stay healthy throughout life, a description of various health checks and recommendations for specific health checks at different ages and life stages.

01 Dec 2023... Easy Read fact sheet about a cervical screening test to protect yourself from cervical cancer, including how often and where you can have a cervical screening test, how the test is done and what happens after your test.

31 Dec 2022... This flipchart has been produced by the Cancer Institute NSW to support those providing information on breast cancer and breast screening to women from different cultural backgrounds; particularly those eligible to participate in the BreastScreen NSW program. This PowerPoint (PPT) resource is also available in PDF format.

30 Sep 2021... Being told you have breast cancer or could have breast cancer can be overwhelming. A lot can happen quickly, and you might have lots of questions. This audio resource can help to guide you and your family and friends through this experience. It has information on tests and referral, diagnosis and staging, treatment, costs, recovery, and living with advanced cancer. Click on the drop down menu under "Further support" to listen to information in your language.

22 Apr 2022... The Cervical screening – taking care of your health Flipchart and Facilitator Manual have been designed to support those providing information on cervical cancer and cervical screening to women from different cultural backgrounds, particularly those eligible to participate in the National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP). The Flipchart will assist health and community organisations/workers to explain how cervical cancer develops and how it can be prevented through cervical screening. There is information to explain the Cervical Screening Test which is recommended every five years for all women between the ages of 25– to 74 who have ever been sexually active. This resource is also available in PDF format.

Easy Read information to help people with disability get breast checks.

28 Mar 2022... This resource provides clear information about abortion as a healthcare option in Queensland, including its legality, safety, and accessibility. It outlines the types of procedures available, funding options for Medicare holders, and the importance of individual choice. It also highlights the availability of confidential, non-judgmental support from Children by Choice, including interpreter services. Each video is in language with English subtitles of the same English text.