Patient Resources

Evidence-based tools, guidelines and resources for health professionals and patients to support the prevention, early intervention, and management of chronic diseases.
Factsheets and flyers

Sleep and young people: Putting the myths to rest

A booklet on the importance of sleep for teenagers. This resource includes practical tips for young people and their families to help with a good night's sleep. (PDF, 472KB)
Factsheets and flyers

Get enough sleep: Tips for a healthy headspace

A flyer with information for teenagers and young adults on how to get a good night's sleep for a positive headspace. (PDF, 640KB)
Website

Screen time: How much is too much?

A webpage with downloadable resources to help families achieve a healthy balance in their online and offline activities.
Website

Planning for your pregnancy

A webpage for women with information about recommended health behaviour changes during the 3-6 months prior to pregnancy to increase fertility, improve pregnancy outcomes, and assist with recovery from birth.
Factsheets and flyers

Every moment matters – Alcohol

A brochure with information on the risks of consuming alcohol prior to and during pregnancy and breastfeeding. (PDF, 509KB)
Website

Every moment matters – Planning a pregnancy

A webpage with information to support women planning a pregnancy avoid alcohol. Includes videos and conversation prompts for women on what they can say to peers when not drinking.
Factsheets and flyers

Pre-conception checklist for men

A one-page checklist men can follow to boost their chance of conceiving a healthy baby, including managing weight, exercising regularly and eating well, cut out smoking, limit alcohol and avoid recreational drugs. (PDF, 195KB)
Website

Physical activity: getting children involved

A webpage from Raising Children Network with suggestions for involving school aged children (1-8 years) in physical activity.
Factsheets and flyers

Healthy eating for toddlers

A nutritional guide for families to help children to establish healthy eating patterns as early as possible. This informational resource discusses healthy habits to encourage around meal times and a sample eating plan. (PDF, 646 KB)
Clinical Guidelines

Australian 24-hour Movement Guidelines (0-5 years) – Brochure

The 24-hour Movement Guidelines help parents and carers create healthy and safe routines for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. The Guidelines include a picture of what a child’s day during a 24-hour period should look like, including active play, time spent sitting and lying down, and ideal amount of sleep.
Factsheets and flyers

Wellbeing and self-care: Expecting and new parents

Self-care tips for expecting and new parents. Discusses topics of sleep, eating, physical activity and support. (PDF, 64.9KB)
Factsheets and flyers

Healthy drinks for baby – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities

A brochure developed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families which provides information on what drinks to provide baby, and what drinks to avoid. (PDF, 556KB)

Blog

Healthy behaviours

Find insightful articles on healthy behaviours. Healthy eating, physical activity, and wellbeing.

Healthy eating
Person dips vegetable stick into dip

How to build a healthy snack when you’re time poor 

When your day is busy and meals feel rushed, having some go-to healthy snacks can make a real difference. You

Physical activity

How cardio and muscle strengthening activities work together for a healthier heart

Your heart is your body’s hardest worker. It’s a powerful muscle about the size of your clenched fist that keeps

Healthy eating
7 opened canned foods

Smart pantry cooking: Healthy meals using canned, frozen and long-life foods 

A well-stocked pantry has always been a quiet ally in the kitchen, but in times when fresh produce can fluctuate

Healthy eating
Young boy eats a banana while sitting in his father's lap

Teaching your toddler healthy eating habits 

Toddlerhood is a time when children learn about new foods and lifelong eating habits are established. These habits will enable them

Kids
Woman and kids go on a hike together

10 free or low-cost ways for kids and families to be active 

Healthy habits learned in childhood often stay with us into adulthood. This includes regular physical activity. Being active is important for children and

Healthy eating
Woman eating healthy vegetable and legume salad in the kitchen

5 common healthy eating hurdles and how to overcome them

Healthy eating is a long-term goal worth having. But everything worthwhile comes with a hurdle or two. Knowing what barriers

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