Healthcare Services and Rights

Whether you’re curious about mental health, looking for advice on healthy habits, or just want to know more about healthcare services, we’ve got you covered.

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Medicare

Introduction Medicare is Australia’s public health insurance scheme. That means that if you are enrolled in Medicare or on your parent/guardians Medicare card, the government

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Regional or Remote Services

Introduction Health services in regional and remote NSW: If you live in a regional area, there might be challenges to accessing doctors and health services.

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Services for Young People in NSW

Introduction Navigating through youth can present a whirlpool of health concerns and queries. In New South Wales, a range of services are available to guide

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Visiting the Doctor

Introduction You might have some questions about visiting a doctor. What do I need to bring? Which doctor or health service can I go to?

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Your Rights at the Doctor

Introduction When visiting  a doctor you should feel safe and respected. Your doctor should be someone you can talk to and trust. When you decide to