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.

BRAVE Framework

For adults

This tool assists with initiating sensitive conversations about weight and health behaviours with adults.

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For children and families

This tool assists with initiating sensitive conversations about growth, weight and health behaviours with children and families.

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Guidelines

Queensland clinical guidelines: Obesity and pregnancy

A guideline that provides information and evidence around obesity and pregnancy care, including post-bariatric surgery and preconception planning. (PDF, 615KB)
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Factsheets

Planning for pregnancy

A pamphlet to support women planning a pregnancy to make positive changes to their preconception health including areas of nutrition, smoking and alcohol cessation. (PDF, 1.1MB)
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eLearning

Supporting alcohol-free pregnancy and safe breastfeeding

This elearning aims to give healthcare professionals the tools, information and confidence to discuss alcohol use in a non-judgemental way with patients who are planning a pregnancy, pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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.
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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.
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Factsheets

The risks of alcohol and pregnancy

This information sheet provides information for patients about the risks of alcohol when pregnant or planning a pregnancy. (PDF, 741KB)
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Factsheets

Patient information: Pregnancy after bariatric surgery or with a weight above a healthy range

This PDF has been developed for women who are above a healthy weight or have recently had bariatric surgery and are planning to become or are already pregnant. This information answers commonly asked questions regarding weight during pregnancy. (PDF, 457KB)
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Blog

Healthy behaviours

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

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Healthy eating
Person arranging a variety of vegetables on roasting tray

What happens to your body when you eat more vegetables?

Does eating more vegetables really make a difference to your health? Learn what happens over days, weeks, months and years.
Physical activity
Two young woman walk together on a foot path wearing activewear

Low-cost ways to stay active when you feel sluggish

Feeling low on energy can make movement feel like a chore. Get practical tips on how to remain consistent when
Healthy eating
Man looks at canned food in supermarket while holding shopping basket

3 important questions about type 2 diabetes answered

More than 1 million Australians are living with type 2 diabetes, yet misconceptions about the condition remain widespread.
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.
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

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