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Health Promotion Resources

The links below identify some of the many Australian websites which provide research, resources and training programs for health professionals and educators on topics including physical activity, nutrition, cancer, heart disease, and mental health.

General Health and Wellbeing

A Healthier You
This is a Queensland Government website that includes general information about improved your personal health and wellbeing. Topics include Food and Nutrition, A Health Environment and Physical Activity.

Medical Conditions

Cancer Council Queensland
Provides information and advice about cancer detection, treatment and prevention.
Health Information Directory
The Health Information Directory provides access to online health and well-being information. The fact sheets and other resources on this site are constantly expanded and regularly reviewed.
HealthInsite
Provides a wide range of up-to-date and quality assessed information on important health topics such as diabetes, cancer, mental health and asthma.
National Heart Foundation Australia
Provides valuable information and resources about the types and causes of heart disease and stroke. The NHF Queensland branch can provide volunteer speakers, brochures and advice and access to physical activity programs such as walking clubs.

Quit Smoking

Quit Now
This website is part of the Australian Government 's continuing efforts to reduce the level of tobacco use among Australians and is aimed directly at smokers, both youth and adults. It 's designed to provide information and further resources on successfully quitting.

Mental Health

Beyond Blue
The National Depression Initiative - provides valuable ideas, contacts and resources to support local anxiety and depression related initiatives.
Mental Health First Aid
This website provides information about Mental Health First Aid, the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis.

Healthy Eating

Healthy Eating
Food and nutrition facts and healthy recipes.

Nutrition Australia
Provides evidence based resources and information about food and nutrition which can support local health promotion projects.

Relationships

Relationships Australia
Provides relationship support and counselling services across Australia.

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