Health information in community languages
Bladder health
The bladder is an organ that stores wee (urine) until you go to the toilet. Good bladder health helps you maintain bladder control and reduces the risk of bladder problems, including urinary incontinence.
Bone health
Looking after your bones matters at every age, whether you’re still growing, in adulthood or later in life. Bones support your body, allow movement and protect your organs.
Breast health
Breasts come in many shapes and sizes, and they change during your life. Breasts can be functional (for breastfeeding babies) and sexual (for pleasure). Knowing what’s normal for your breasts helps you identify unusual changes.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, leading to inflammation, pelvic pain, and sometimes fertility problems.
Gynaecological cancers
Learn about gynaecological cancers, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, vulval and fallopian tube cancers – their symptoms, causes, screening tests and treatments.
Heart health and cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular disease, which includes heart disease, is a leading cause of death in women in Australia. A healthy lifestyle can reduce your risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
Menopause
Menopause is when you have your final period. All people born with ovaries will go through menopause.
Migraine
In Australia, about 70% of people with migraine are women, yet migraine often goes undiagnosed and untreated.
Ovaries and uterus
Learn more about health conditions, medical procedures and key terms that relate to the ovaries and uterus. We also explain symptoms, causes and treatment options for each.
Periods
Periods are part of the menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle is a natural process in the female reproductive system. It repeats every cycle from your first period to your final period.
Persistent pelvic pain
Learn how persistent pelvic pain affects women, what causes it, and how to get support. Explore treatments, management options and personal stories.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS affects one in 8 women, and is more common in some high-risk groups, such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. Learn about PCOS symptoms, causes, how it’s diagnosed and treatment options.
Sex and sexual health
Sex and sexuality play an important role in your health and wellbeing throughout your life. Looking after your sexual health is not just about preventing unplanned pregnancies or sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It’s also about your right to have respectful, pleasurable and safe sexual experiences.
Vulva and vagina
The vulva and vagina are part of the female genitals. Knowing what they are and how they work is important for your health and wellbeing.
Health information for First Nations women
Find health information created in partnership with First Nations communities, specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women across Australia.
Your life stage
Girls and teens
Find trusted resources and expert support on periods, anxiety, mental wellbeing and common health conditions.
Young women
Find trusted information and resources on fertility, sexual health, endometriosis, migraine and other topics.
Midlife and menopause
Find expert advice and support for physical symptoms to emotional wellbeing through midlife and menopause.
Healthy ageing hub
Information and resources to help you look after yourself so you can stay well, keep your independence and enjoy life.
