Home News & Publications Research & publications Share Share Share Copy Link Copy Link Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Email Resources for community health and coronavirus 12 May 2020 Research and Publications Scroll down Body Jump to Managing chronic conditions Family violence and coronavirus Useful tools Downloads HOW TO REDUCE RISK OF INFECTION: Victorians should act now to reduce the risk of infection from coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The situation is changing rapidly so please visit the Department of Health and Human Services website regularly for updated information.For current measures on physical distancing visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Disability information hotlineThe Australian Government is providing information and referrals for people with disability and their supporters about coronavirus (COVID-19)Contact the Disability Information Helpline on 1800 643 787.It’s available Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (AEST) and Saturday and Sunday 9am to 7pm (AEST). It’s not available on national public holidaysFor more information, click here.AsthmaClick here to access information from the National Asthma Council Australia about asthma and coronavirus.Asthma Australia has information about asthma and coronavirus.Click here to access information about the flu shot and asthma.You can also download asthma resources here and Asthma Action plans here.CancerCancer Council Victoria provides updates about coronavirus and cancer. Click here to access information in English, or click here to access multi-lingual fact sheets.Quit have answers to some frequently asked questions for both consumers and for health professionals.Click here to access an exercise guide from Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute designed for people living with cancer during coronavirus.DiabetesClick here to access the information pack from Diabetes Victoria. They have also released this informative podcast.Click here to download information form NDSS regarding managing worry about coronavirus and diabetes.Click here to access an exercise guide from Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute designed for people living with diabetes during coronavirus.Diabetes Australia's Be Healthy hub provides information, support and tips to help you stay well during the coronavirus pandemic - specifically for people with diabetes.The video below encourages people living with diabetes to get vaccinated against the flu. Heart diseaseClick here to access Heart Foundation Australia's information about coronavirus and heart disease.Click here to access an exercise guide from Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute designed for people living with heart disease during coronavirus. HepatitisClick here for information from Hepatitis Victoria about coronavirus for people living with liver health conditions. StrokeClick here to see coronavirus information from the Stroke FoundationClick here to learn about telehealth optionsClick here to access shareable content on how to spot the signs of a stroke. Useful toolsLGBTI+ resourcesACON has updates about coronavirus and what it means for people from sexuality and gender diverse communities and people living with HIV. Looking after your teeth during coronavirusDental Health Services Victoria have created this fact sheet on maintaining oral health during coronavirus. You can also access a list of dental clinics here. Impact of obesity on COVID-19 outcomesThe Obesity Evidence Hub has studies that examine the links between obesity and coronavirus outcomes. Downloads Asset Institution Description Heart disease informational poster Portrait Landscape Heart Foundation Posters providing information on coronavirus and heart disease. Back Share Share Share Copy Link Copy Link Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Email