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24/08/2024

HPV (human papillomavirus) is a common sexually transmitted virus that can affect anyone. It can cause ge***al warts and some types of cancer.

The HPV vaccine can prevent up to 90% of cancers caused by HPV infection.

School students in Year 7 can receive their free HPV vaccine through the School Immunisation Program.

The HPV vaccine protects against some cancers and almost all cases of ge***al warts that are caused by HPV.

Don’t miss your shot to protect your child through the School Immunisation Program.

For more information, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/schoolimmunisationprogram

24/08/2024

Young people who v**e are 3 times more likely to take up smoking ci******es.

Va**ng can lead to lung damage and can be harmful for young brains, which are still developing until about 25 years of age.

For advice on how to quit, or how to support a family member to quit, check out Preventive Health SA or visit bev**efree.sa.gov.au

03/05/2024

It's important to get vaccinated against flu each year.

Aboriginal people aged 6 months and older are eligible for a free flu vaccination.

If you are eligible, contact your GP, pharmacy, local council, community health centre or Aboriginal health centre.

ℹ️ For more information, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/flu.

14/04/2024

Striving for good poo quality and improving the way you do a number two – can help you to prevent haemorrhoids.

Eating a healthy high-fibre diet, drinking plenty of water and exercising regularly (especially walking) is a good start. But be sure to increase your fibre intake gradually and at the same time increase your water intake too, so your digestive system has time to adapt.

Eliminating poo when your body tells you it is time, is also important. Don’t hold on, as this can make your poo hard, which can cause strain.

And finally try to avoid sitting on the toilet for long periods, which places pressure on blood vessels. It’s recommended not to read or scroll through your phone on the toilet, as this tends to increase sitting time.

24/03/2024

Year 10 students in South Australia can receive free meningococcal ACWY and B vaccines through the School Immunisation Program.

The A, C, W and Y strains are all included in one vaccine. The B strain needs two doses of the vaccine. Make sure you get the second dose to be fully protected.

Two doses of the meningococcal B vaccine can increase protection against invasive meningococcal B disease in adolescents by over 80%.

Meningococcal infection, although rare, is serious and potentially life threatening. It can cause severe scarring, loss of limbs, brain damage and even death.

Don’t miss your shot to protect your child through the School Immunisation Program.

For more information, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/schoolimmunisationprogram.