Links
This section provides links to health, medical emergency and other information sites that are available for individuals seeking assistance or information concerning specific health topics.
Ambulance www.ambulance.vic.gov.au: In a medical emergency call an ambulance on 000.
NURSE-ON-CALL www.health.vic.gov.au/nurseoncall: A phone service (1300 60 60 24) that provides immediate, expert health advice from a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Health information www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au: The Victorian Government's Better Health Channel provides comprehensive information on illness, medicines and how to live a healthy life.
Heart Foundation www.heartfoundation.org.au: Heart disease remains Australia's biggest killer and this site provides comprehensive advice and information.
Stroke Foundation www.strokefoundation.com.au: Stroke is Australia's second biggest killer and a leading cause of disability. This site provides information on recognition, prevention and treatment.
Cancer Council Victoria www.cancervic.org.au: Comprehensive and reliable information on all forms of cancer.
VicHealth www.vichealth.vic.gov.au: State Government body that works in partnership with organisations, communities and individuals to make health a central part of daily life.
