As an international student studying at UWA, you may experience extra challenges as you move to a new country with different cultural, social and educational customs that may impact your health and wellbeing.
This series of 6 fact sheets give you information on staying healthy while studying and where to find help and support. There are many services at UWA to support you.
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Download the full series of fact sheets for information on health and wellbeing and support services.
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Find out more about accessing medical help in Perth and UWA-specific services there for you.
For more information on dental care, where to get your medication and other health services like physiotherapy and podiatry.
Find out what to do to maintain your mental health and where to go when you are having a difficult or stressful time.
Wellbeing is affected by your lifestyle: what you eat and drink as well as how much you study, work, sleep, exercise and socialise with others. Find out how you can maintain your overall health and get connected on campus.
In Australia, it is common for students to start having their first sexual relationships while studying at university. Find out more information on safe and healthy relationships, prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and contraception as well as where to go for help or advice if you need it.
Find out more about sexual health in Australia through the 'Be Safe. Stay Well' videos from the Western Australian Department of Health.