First Nations health

Health information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.

At Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, we honour the strength, leadership and wisdom of First Nations women, who play a vital role in keeping communities strong and healthy.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country and recognise the continuing connection to land, waters, culture and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

On this page, you’ll find health information for First Nations women and girls. First Nations communities helped us develop the information so it’s culturally appropriate and relevant for you. First Nations artists also designed the artwork and illustrations included on these webpages and resources.

The information covers a range of topics, including periods, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menopause and health checks.

Your health care

When it comes to health, you have the right to be treated with respect, to understand your health care and to be supported in making decisions that are right for you. This includes:

being able to ask for culturally safe care
bringing a trusted person to your appointments
speaking up if something doesn’t feel right.

This health information has been created in partnership with First Nations communities, specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women across Australia.

Health information for First Nations women and girls

These resources have been developed in partnership between Jean Hailes and Alukura Women’s Health Service on behalf of Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress), on the land of the Central Arrernte people.