Clinicians Hub resources
Evidence-based tools, guidelines and resources for health professionals and patients to support the prevention, early intervention, and management of chronic diseases.
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Healthy meal ideas and menu planning
Information on how to plan healthy meal ideas and guidance on menu planning, with ideas and further sources for recipe ideas. (PDF, 666KB)
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Parenting before conception – Epigenetics
Information for future parents on the importance of health of both mothers and fathers before and around the time of conception. This flyer describes epigenetics - the influences of gene expression on the health of the baby at birth and also into adulthood. (PDF, 1.9MB)
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Pre-conception checklist for women
A one-page checklist women can follow to boost their chance of conceiving a healthy baby, including managing weight, exercising regularly and eating well, avoiding alcohol, smoking and recreational drugs. (PDF, 219KB)
Guidelines
National guide to a preventive health assessment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
The National Guide is intended for all health professionals delivering primary healthcare across the lifecycle to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population. It aims to prevent disease, detect early and unrecognised disease, promoting health whilst considering regional and local circumstances.
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Healthy eating for children – Australian Dietary Guidelines
The Australian Dietary Guidelines provide up to date advice about the amount and kinds of food that children between age 2-18 should eat for their health and wellbeing. (PDF, 3.4MB)
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Healthy eating habits for teenagers
A webpage with information for parents and carers on how to support their teenagers with healthy eating habits.
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Australian 24-hour Movement Guidelines for children and young people (5 to 17 years) – Brochure
The 24-hour Movement Guidelines help parents and carers support children and young people to build daily routines for better health. The Guidelines include a picture of what a day for a child or young person should look like, including time for physical activity, limiting sedentary activities, and getting adequate sleep.
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Physical activity for pre-teens and teenagers
A webpage from Raising Children Network on physical activity for pre-teens and teenagers. Discusses recommended amounts of physical activity and ideas for types of activities.
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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)
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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)
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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.
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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.
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