NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

Resources by topic << back to list of topics Women's Health Title 44+ For Women approaching menopause Publication no. HTS - 800 Publication date 01/01/1993 Review date 23/11/2005 Author NSW Health Summary Information about menopause, including why menopause happens and what to expect; sexuality; the importance of a healthy diet and exercise; health checks; where to get help for problems. Languages Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, English, Greek, Italian, Macedonian, Spanish, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Breastfeeding welcome here Publication no. NGO - 6830 Publication date 01/06/2003 Review date 08/10/2008 Author Australian Breastfeeding Asc. Summary A sticker from the Australian Breastfeeding Association to say that breastfeeding is welcome here. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Compression stocking Publication no. AHS - 8350 Publication date 18/08/2008 Review date 18/08/2011 Author SESIAHS Summary Compression Stocking to prevent Venous Leg Ulcers returining Languages Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, English, Greek, Italian, Macedonian, Serbian, Spanish Title Contraception: Condoms and Diaphragms Publication no. DOH - 7490 Publication date 01/08/2004 Review date Author FPA & RWH Summary A guide to condoms, female condoms and diaphragms to prevent pregnancy. Languages Chinese, Croatian, English, Italian, Khmer, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian, Somali, Spanish, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Cultural meal guide for Vietnamese women with gestational diabetes Publication no. AHS - 6715 Publication date 01/08/2002 Review date Author Fairfield Health Service Summary Guide to healthy eating in pregnancy for Vietnamese women with gestational diabetes. Languages English, Vietnamese Title Diabetes in pregnancy - gestational diabetes Publication no. BHC - 5590 Publication date 01/07/2000 Review date 28/10/2008 Author NSW Health Summary Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that can develop in pregnancy. This fact sheet explains the condition and how it can affect a woman's pregnancy and future health. Languages Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, English, Greek, Italian, Khmer, Korean, Lao, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Tongan, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Domestic violence hurts the whole family Publication no. BHC - 4450 Publication date 26/01/1998 Review date 09/04/2003 Author NSW Health Summary Domestic violence affects all kinds of women and comes in many different forms. Why domestic violence isn't a private problem, but a crime that affects society as a whole. Services available for people experiencing domestic violence. Languages Amharic, Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Croatian, English, Italian, Khmer, Korean, Lao, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Somali, Sorani, Tamil, Thai, Tigrigna, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Emergency Contraception Publication no. SSH - 6900 Publication date 01/01/2003 Review date Author SSHC Summary How the emergency pill (or 'morning after' pill) can help prevent pregnancy. Languages English, Japanese Title Emergency Contraception Publication no. SSH - 7425 Publication date 01/11/2003 Review date Author SSHC Summary Information about the emergency pill (sometimes called the 'morning after'pill) that helps prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. Also includes information on how to use condoms correctly Languages Chinese, English, Thai Title Female patients requesting female staff in hospitals or in a clinic Publication no. BHC - 6240 Publication date 01/04/2003 Review date Author NSW Health Summary Information for women who request female staff in hospitals and clinics. Languages Arabic, English, Tamil, Turkish Title If you are pregnant, or think you may be, please inform a staff member BEFORE you have an X-ray. Publication no. AHS - 6160 Publication date 01/01/2002 Review date 08/10/2008 Author Multicultural Health Unit Summary Asks women who are pregnant or think they might be, to inform staff before having an x-ray Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Greek, Italian, Russian, Spanish Title Please place tampons and sanitary pads in bins provided. Do not flush them down the toilet Publication no. OTH - 6875 Publication date 01/09/2003 Review date 08/10/2008 Author SWSAHS Summary Sign saying 'Please place tampons and sanitary pads in bins provided. Do not flush them down toilet.' Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Vietnamese Title Preparing for a healthy menopause Publication no. BHC - 3125 Publication date 24/03/1997 Review date 08/09/2004 Author NSW Health Summary What happens to a woman's body at menopause. Advice about diet and exercise for a healthy menopause. Information about services. Languages Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, English, Italian, Khmer, Korean, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Rubella Publication no. DOH - 8430 Publication date 15/01/2008 Review date 15/11/2011 Author NSW Health Summary Rubella is caused by infection with a virus. Infection is usually mild, but can cause serious damage to unborn babies. Immunisation is recommended for all children at 12 months and 4 years. All women planning pregnancy should check their immunity. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, Khmer, Korean, Lao, Macedonian, Punjabi, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Rubella Information (with Special emphasis for women of childbearing age) Publication no. OTH - 7945 Publication date 01/02/2005 Review date 01/01/2007 Author Rubella Committee, Deafness Foundation VIC endorsed by Department of Human Servi Summary Describes Rubella- the disease, its symptoms, the risks to pregnant women and prevention Languages Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Dari, English, Farsi, Filipino, Indonesian, Khmer, Russian, Serbian, Somali, Thai, Tigrigna, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Safe Sex. No Regrets. Anyone can get condoms Publication no. DOH - 7480 Publication date 01/04/2005 Review date Author NSW Health Summary How to practise safe sex to avoid sexually transmitted infections and HIV,. Includes including information on negotiating safe sex, safe sex and overseas travel, and how to use a condom correctly. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Indonesian, Khmer, Korean, Macedonian, Portuguese, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title What women should know about hysterectomy Publication no. BHC - 5605 Publication date 01/10/2000 Review date 08/09/2004 Author NSW Health Summary Information about hysterectomy, including why the operation may be necessary, the different types of surgery, and alternative treatments. Languages Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Croatian, English, Greek, Italian, Khmer, Korean, Lao, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title When marriages break down, it's often men who hurt the most Publication no. BHC - 5360 Publication date 23/08/1999 Review date 14/10/2004 Author NSW Health Summary Explores the reasons why some men have serious problems dealing with separation and divorce, and how the right support can help them cope better. Languages Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Croatian, English, Italian, Korean, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title When menopause affects relationships Publication no. BHC - 5535 Publication date 01/02/2000 Review date 08/09/2004 Author NSW Health Summary Information on how menopause can affect sexuality, including solutions to common problems Languages Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Croatian, English, Greek, Italian, Khmer, Korean, Lao, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Which women need a Pap test? Publication no. BHC - 4975 Publication date 31/08/1998 Review date 21/10/2008 Author NSW Health Summary Why women between 18 and 70 need regular Pap tests, and how the test is done. Includes information on risk factors for cervical cancer. Languages Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, English, Italian, Korean, Macedonian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese Title Women and HIV - Fact Sheet No 1 - Testing Publication no. NGO - 6070 Publication date 01/03/1997 Review date 19/12/2007 Author FPA & ACON NSW Summary Fact Sheet 1 of a series of 6 fact sheets on women and HIV A guide for women about HIV testing, including why you might consider testing; pre-test counselling; consent to testing; confidentiality; implications of a negative or of a positive result; HIV testing; who can request that you have HIV testing. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese Title Women and HIV - Fact Sheet No 2 - Newly Diagnosed Publication no. NGO - 6075 Publication date 01/03/1997 Review date 19/12/2007 Author FPA & ACON NSW Summary A guide for women newly diagnosed with HIV, including coping with feelings, getting support, deciding whom to tell that you have HIV, talking to your partner, issues for HIV-positive women with children, or who would like children, where to get information about treatment. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese Title Women and HIV - Fact Sheet No 3 - Symptoms Publication no. NGO - 6080 Publication date 01/03/1997 Review date 19/12/2007 Author FPA & ACON NSW Summary A guide for women on the prevention and treatment of symptoms and illnesses associated with HIV. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese Title Women and HIV - Fact Sheet No 5 - Pregnancy Publication no. NGO - 6085 Publication date 01/03/1997 Review date 19/12/2007 Author FPA & ACON NSW Summary A guide for women on HIV and pregnancy, including information on becoming pregnant if you have HIV, the effects of HIV on pregnancy, HIV treatment in pregnancy, risk of transmission from mother to baby, breastfeeding and HIV, and termination of pregnancy. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese Title Women and HIV - Fact Sheet No 6 - Parenting Publication no. NGO - 6090 Publication date 01/03/1997 Review date 19/12/2007 Author FPA & ACON NSW Summary A guide to parenting issues for women with HIV, including thinking about becoming a parent, support services for families affected by HIV, deciding whether to tell your children or other people about being HIV positive, planning for the future and respite care. Languages Arabic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese