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Why Everyone Seems to Get Sick at Uni (and How to Avoid it)
You survived the flight, found a place to live, and have spent a few weeks getting used to your new uni campus. Then all of a sudden, you catch a cold that seems to last forever....
What International Students Need to Know About Sick Leave in Australia
Feeling sick, burnt out or needing to care for someone at home? In Australia, many workers are entitled to take paid personal leave, also known as sick leave or carer’s leave,...
Where to Find Free Flu Shots as an International Student in 2026
As we say goodbye to summer and welcome the cooler months, it’s important to make sure we keep our health at the top of our priority list. While it might be tempting to hibernate...
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Explaining Your Winter Blues
It’s no coincidence that the sad scenes in movies are often accompanied by grey, dreary days and thundering storms, while the happy ones are usually lit by bright sunshine,...
Experiencing an Aussie Summer: Staying Safe in a Heatwave
Australian summers can be super hot and sunny. Temperatures can reach as high as 40 degrees celsius and stay that way for days at a time. Follow our top tips for surviving...
Instant Noodles Every Day? How “Student Food” Can Impact Your Health
For many of us, instant noodles are a staple of student life. They’re cheap, convenient and endlessly customisable. The ABC recently published an article exploring the upward...
Understanding R U OK?
Every September, people across Australia ask each other a simple question: ‘R U OK?’ Australia’s annual R U OK? Day is a reminder to check in on the people around you, encourage...
When Are You Covered By OSHC? When and Where You Need Health Insurance as an International Student
Moving to Australia as an international student is an exciting adventure! Connections to make, trips to take and a whole lot of learning to do (about yourself, the world, and at...









