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Managing your health

Medicines

It is important that you understand your medicines—what you’re taking, why you’re taking them and how they can affect you.

You can phone the Medicines Line for advice on 1300 888 763.

These resources can help you manage your medication:

If you need to take medicine with you when you travel, check before you leave what supporting medical documentation you may need.

Aids and equipment

We provide subsidies for aids and equipment, such as:

  • communication aids
  • continence aids
  • daily-living aids
  • home oxygen
  • medical grade footwear
  • mobility aids
  • orthoses.

Travelling for treatment

If you need a specialist medical service, and it is unavailable within 50km of your nearest public hospital, you may be eligible to receive a travel subsidy.

Mobility devices

Find out more about travelling with a wheelchair or mobility scooter to improve your quality of life and access to everyday services.

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Last updated:
29 April 2013

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