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Happy New Year to our readers and stakeholders, and thank you for your continued support!
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For the last three months, we have been busy migrating the website to a new platform, which is scheduled to launch in March. We look forward to the launch of our new Health Translations site and sharing the renewed library with our users. More to come soon.
Read below to keep up-to-date with new or updated translated resources related to Coronavirus. Please share as widely as possible throughout your networks to help Victoria’s service providers and multicultural communities stay safe and informed. Thank you for sharing these resources, your efforts are making a positive difference.
If you are looking for specific health resources in languages other than English, or if you have developed a multilingual resource for the Health Translations library, contact our Health Translations coordinators, Anni Tillack-Benton or Georgia Pinney.
Stay safe. Stay connected. Stay informed.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Rapid antigen self-tests testing factsheet
Rapid antigen tests can be used at home to check if you may have COVID-19. Most rapid antigen tests will provide you with a result in 15 to 30 minutes. These tests are faster but less accurate than a standard (PCR) test that you can get at a COVID-19 testing site.
Rapid Antigen Testing factsheet for education and workplace contacts
A factsheet which explains the current rules for education and workplace contacts of a positive COVID case, as well as how to use a rapid antigen test to detect COVID-19.
About nasal rapid antigen tests for parents and carers (video)
This video explains how to do a rapid antigen test at home, step by step.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – What to expect when you have COVID-19
A fact sheet that provides advice for people who have tested positive for COVID-19 including information on symptoms, when to call an ambulance, how to isolate at home, mental health and wellbeing.
Women and the COVID-19 vaccines - your questions answered
Jean Hailes for Women's Health has partnered with the Melbourne Vaccine Education Centre (MVEC) to answer your questions about COVID-19 vaccines and their impact on women and girls. We asked you what you wanted to know, what’s confusing, and what you need to make informed decisions about your health.
COVID-19 rent relief grants (round 2)
The Victorian Government has established a rental assistance fund to provide rent relief grants of up to $1,500 to Victorians experiencing rental hardship as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
COVID-19 vaccines - The difference between the third dose and a booster dose (Easy Read)
Most people get 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccines. After some time the vaccines are not as strong anymore. To make sure they stay strong people can get a booster dose.
COVID-19 vaccination - Can children get the COVID-19 vaccine? (Easy Read)
Before now, only people aged over 16 years old could get the Pfizer vaccine. But new research shows the Pfizer vaccine is also safe for children aged 12 to 15 years old.
Long COVID 3CR radio announcement (audio)
A radio announcement that aims to bring awareness to long COVID and its prevalence in Australia, and what symptoms to look out for.
COVID-19 vaccination - The Moderna vaccine (Easy Read)
A fact sheet that explains what the Moderna vaccine is and how it works, in Easy English.
COVID-19 vaccine - Fact sheet about the third dose (Easy Read)
This fact sheet is about getting a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Most people get 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, but some people may need 3 doses.
COVID-19 vaccination - Consent form (Easy Read)
An Easy Read consent form for administering the COVID-19 vaccine. This form explains how the vaccine works and any potential risks.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) $750 Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment
A one-off $750 payment is available to support eligible Victorian workers who have been diagnosed with coronavirus (COVID-19) or are a close contact of a confirmed case.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Information for people who test positive for COVID-19 or are close contacts
A fact sheet that gives information for people who test positive for COVID-19 or are close contacts of people who test positive.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Getting tested for COVID-19
A fact sheet that explains the types of COVID-19 tests available in Australia and when you should get tested.
COVID-19 vaccination - COVID-19 vaccines are safe and do not affect fertility or cause sterility (poster)
A poster explaining that COVID-19 vaccinations are safe and do not affect fertility or cause sterility.
Be Well, Stay Well during COVID (video)
A video on how to stay well during a pandemic. In September 2021, a team of six bicultural workers came together to produce several in-language videos to promote COVID-safe behaviour and wellbeing.
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Raising awareness of Long COVID
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As part of the Long COVID Project, the Centre for Culture, Ethnicity & Health has partnered with individuals and community groups to run campaigns raising awareness of Long COVID and its impact on people who have been infected with COVID.
The project is funded by the Victorian Government. To view some of the resources produced as part of these partnerships visit CEH's Resource Hub.
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Staying COVIDSafe in 2022
Updated information from the Victorian government
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We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing these useful tips with Victoria's multicultural community so they can stay informed about how to protect themselves and others.
The latest advice from health experts enlists simple measures we can all follow to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Wearing face masks, meeting outdoors and getting tested can go a long way in ensuring we keep COVID-19 from spreading.
In this pack (available here), you will find translated social media images and text in 41 languages to share with your community, via email, social media or through messaging apps you use like WhatsApp, WeChat, Messenger and others.
Please find an in-language social media image and message here.
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Translated tips on managing COVID-19 at home and monitoring your symptoms
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Recovery is important and by resting at home you will be able to monitor your symptoms whilst keeping you and your community safe. It is important to stay informed about how to manage your symptoms and what to do if your symptoms get worse.
In this pack (available here), you will find translated social media images and posters with text in 41 languages to share with your community, via email, social media or through messaging apps you use like WhatsApp, WeChat, Messenger and others.
Please find in-language social media images and messages here.
Please find in-language posters here.
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Translated materials on celebrating safely this Lunar New Year!
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Please share this material to remind people to follow safe practices during this festive season.
A stakeholder pack (available here), contains translated social media images and text in 4 languages on the importance of celebrating the Lunar New Year safely.
Please find an in-language audio message here.
Please find an in-language social media image and text here.
Please find an in-language poster here.
Please share these materials with your community, via email, social media or through messaging apps you use like WhatsApp, WeChat, Messenger and others.
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Heat kills more Australians than any natural disaster. Extreme heat can affect anybody.
Heat can cause illnesses such as heat cramps and heat exhaustion which can lead to the life-threatening condition, heatstroke. Heatstroke is fatal in up to 80% of cases.
Those most at risk are older people, young children and people with a medical condition.
Watch the translated videos to learn how extreme heat can impact the body.
Heat health - Effects of extreme heat (video)
Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others
Heat health - Advice for children (video)
Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others
Heat health - Advice for elderly people (video)
Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others.
Heat health - Advice for people with pre-existing conditions (video)
Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others
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What our users are saying about Health Translations
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“This is the only resource I have come across that accurately covers a wide range of
language translations with relation to healthcare words/phrases. It is so important to be
able to connect and build rapport with patients and having this free resource available is
amazing!”
"The information provided was easy to access, good format easy to save and print."
"The website is easy to navigate. The translation was good."
"There is no other place that you can use a keyword search and language to find what you need. I am so impressed with the evidence-based information that I can trust I am giving client when I myself am unable to read the material prior to offering to them in their own language."
“The best and biggest range of translated material in Australia.”
“Only took a few minutes to find the topic and language needed. Love that the English translation is available, this doesn't always happen.”
“The service is invaluable for persons of other cultures!”
“The translated language I wanted was available for resources I was seeking to forward to my relatives in Khmer. Keep it up!"
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Early Years - Promoting access to early childhood services
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Evidence tells us that early childhood services play a significant role in a child’s positive development. Access to maternal and child health services, child care, kindergartens and other programs such as playgroups also provide an opportunity to enhance family participation in their community.
Foundation House's Early Years Program developed a series of videos for parents of children transitioning from kindergarten to school. The 4 videos are available in 4 community languages (Arabic, Dinka, Hakha Chin and Karen) covering the following topics:
• Helping our children prepare to go to school
• Preparing for the first day of school
• Being partners with your school
• Supporting my child over the holidays and getting ready for school
For any queries, please contact Katherine Cooney.
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Storybooks to aid Children in coping with disaster
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The QLD gov has come out with new storybooks for children relating to health and disaster. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and ‘big feelings’. There’s information for parents and carers too. See below for the collection
Birdie and the Virus
A virus has made Birdie’s friends sick! Birdie feels lonely and worried. What if everyone stays sick forever? A story for young children about recovering from a virus. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children.
Birdie and the Big Sickness
Birdie’s friends are all sick, but doctors and nurses are there to help. A story for young children about illness in the community.
Birdie and the very hot day
Birdie and the Very Hot Day: It’s so hot, Birdie and Mr Frog have to find ways to cool down and feel better. A story for young children about coping with heat waves.
Birdie and the cyclone
The big wind blows away Birdie’s nest! A story for young children about recovering from cyclones. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children.
Birdie and the drought
A terrible drought means Birdie has to leave her home and friends. A story for young children about getting through hard times and natural disasters.
Birdie and the earthquake
Birdie and her friends take shelter from an earthquake. A story for young children about recovering from earthquakes and tsunamis.
Birdie and the fire
Birdie and her friends have to get away from a bushfire. A story for young children about recovering from fires. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children.
Birdie and the flood
It rains so much, Birdie and Mr Frog have to get away from the rising water. A story for young children about recovering from floods.
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Make a submission to inform the National Anti-Racism Framework
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The Australian Human Rights Commission is inviting submissions to inform the development of a National Anti-Racism Framework.
The Framework will be a long-term, central reference point to guide actions on anti-racism and equality by government, NGOs, business, communities, and other sectors.
The Commission is very interested to hear from those with expertise and knowledge of anti-racism initiatives and in responding to racism at structural, institutional, and inter-personal levels, including:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander knowledge holders and community members with lived experience of racism
- Community members from migrant, refugee and/or faith-based backgrounds with lived experience of racism
- Representatives from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peak or community organisations
- Representatives from a migrant, refugee, settlement and faith-based peak or community organisation
- Representatives of Commonwealth, State and Local Government agencies and departments
- Representatives of human rights agencies, advocacy organisations or legal practitioners
- Practitioners and/or experts in the identified outcome areas of the Framework
The Commission released a Concept Paper, which details proposed principles, outcomes and strategies for the Framework. It has also compiled a Submissions Guide, which provides more information on the Framework development process and shares findings from early stakeholder consultations.
The Commission invites submissions in any language and in any format, including writing, audio, video and images, subject to its Submissions Policy. You can fill out the guided submission form and/or upload your own file as a submission.
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