Medicare is the scheme that gives Australian residents access to healthcare. It gives all Australians and some people from overseas a wide range of health and hospital services at no cost or low cost.
The helpline offers you the option of having a phone or video call with a GP, depending on your circumstances. Eligible patients are referred to a video call by a registered nurse.
As part of your antenatal care you will be offered a number of check-ups, tests and scans. Some tests are offered to every woman as part of normal antenatal care in Australia. Other tests will be suggested if you or your baby have a higher risk of problems or are experiencing any concerns during the pregnancy. You don’t have to do any recommended tests if you don’t want to — it’s your choice.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant when you are studying in Australia, you might wonder which benefits and support services from OSHC are available to you. These articles will figure out, describes the options related to your pregnancy and maternity cares. It is important to understand OSHC policies that help you make the choices that are the best for you.
It is important now more than ever to maintain your physical health, mental health and wellbeing. That is why Allianz has launched a series of FREE online instructor-led classes designed to support physical and mental wellbeing.