These presentations have been made to help health professionals deliver health education to First Nations women and girls. The topics they cover include periods and the menstrual cycle, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), health checks and menopause.
They have been developed in partnership with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, Aboriginal Medical Services and other organisations working with First Nations people around Australia. We have commissioned artwork and illustrations by First Nations artists and designers.
Periods and and menstrual cycle
This presentation covers:
- what is the menstrual cycle
- what to expect when you have your period
- period pain
- managing your period
- when to talk to your health carer.
Periods and the menstrual cycle presentation (PDF 3MB)
Periods and the menstrual cycle PowerPoint presentation (PPTX 4.6MB)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
The presentation covers:
- causes
- symptoms
- how to stay healthy in your have PCOS.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) presentation (PDF 3.8MB)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) PowerPoint presentation (PPTX 5.8MB)
Health checks
This presentation covers:
- 715 health checks
- cervical screening checks
- breast cancer checks
- bowel screening program
- sexual health checks and STI screening
- how to feel more confident at the clinic.
Download Health checks presentation (PDF 3MB)
Download Health checks PowerPoint presentation (PPTX 3MB)
Menopause
This presentation covers:
- what is menopause
- why does it happen
- changes in periods before menopasue
- symptoms of menopause and managing the symptoms
- staying healthy after menopause.
Feedback
We welcome all feedback and suggestions on how to improve these resources. We’d also like to hear about your experience using the presentations and facilitating the sessions. Send your feedback to [email protected].
Presentations in other languages
We also have a range of women's health presentations in languages other than English.
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