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MCCSA — Multicultural Communities Council of South Australia

Disclaimer

General health information only

The content in Looking After Your Health — A Way to Care for Others is provided for general health information and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be taken as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Not a substitute for professional medical advice

This resource does not replace the advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare professional. Always seek the advice of your doctor, specialist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read in this resource.

Australian context

This resource has been developed in an Australian context. While much of the health information is broadly applicable, specific references to health services, organisations, medications, and screening programs refer to the Australian healthcare system. If you are reading this resource from outside Australia, check local guidelines and services.

Emergency situations

If you or someone else is experiencing a medical emergency, call 000 immediately (Australian emergency number).

Other helplines:

  • 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) — Queensland 24-hour health advice
  • Healthdirect — 1800 022 222 — free health advice 24/7
  • Beyond Blue — 1300 22 4636 — mental health support
  • Lifeline — 13 11 14 — crisis support

Accuracy and currency

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this resource at the time of publication, medical knowledge evolves. The authors and MCCSA do not warrant that the information is current, complete, or error-free.

Limitation of liability

MCCSA, the University of Adelaide, the Freemasons Centre for Male Health and Wellbeing, SA Health, CALHN, and their officers, employees, and agents are not liable for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the information in this resource.