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Dental ServicesStandard OSHC does not cover any dental services. If you need to see a private dentist, it will generally cost you around AUD$40 for the first visit. You should be given a good estimate/cost of the work to be done after your first visit. If in doubt seek a second opinion. Some dentists are more expensive than others. Appointments are necessary to visit a dentist, and payment at time of service is always expected. A good option for students of the University is the Colgate Dental Clinic, the dental practice attached to the University dental research centre. Students are eligible for a 10% discount at the Colgate Clinic, and can expect to pay AUD$35 for the initial consultation, and AUD$68 for a scale and clean. The Clinic is located on Level 2 of the University Dental Hospital on Frome Road. To make an appointment, telephone: 8303 3437. CounsellingExperiencing feelings of homesickness is normal and can affect anyone in various stages of their life. Being in a new country and a new university is difficult and can be overwhelming to any person regardless of cultural background, age, gender, and life experiences. It is an acceptable practice in Australia to seek help and speak to a counsellor about one's fears, stresses or distresses, grief, academic anxieties, relationship issues, or any concern affecting your lifestyle. Counselling can help you achieve and maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle. On campus - the Counselling Service at the University of Adelaide provides a service which is friendly and confidential, non-threatening, flexible, relaxed and open to all cultural backgrounds. The Counselling Service is located on the ground floor of the Horace Lamb building. The centre also runs a drop-in service from 1.00pm to 2.30pm daily (no appointment necessary). Telephone: 8303 5663. Off campus - Lifeline Adelaide is a personal and family counselling service that provides personal and marital counselling for people of all ages. Lifeline is a safe and supportive environment adhering to respect for individuals and maintaining confidentiality of all its cases. Telephone: 131 114 (24 hours). For further information about maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle whilst succeeding academically, contact the International Student Centre (contact details to the left). OptometryOptometrist services are located throughout Adelaide and suburbs. Please refer to a telephone directory under, 'O' for Optometrists – Most directories contain a Locality Guide for services in your area. There is an OPSM Optometrist located close to the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus at 198 North Terrace, Telephone: 8305 1000. PhysiotherapyPhysiotherapy is available throughout Adelaide and suburbs. Please refer to a telephone directory under, 'P' for Physiotherapists - Most directories contain a Locality Guide for services in your area. University of Adelaide students are entitled to use the services of the Physiotherapy Clinic at the University of South Australia, at a heavily discounted rate. The service is run by teaching staff and higher degree students of the University of South Australia. Initial consultation costs approximately AUD$20, and approximately AUD$15 for each subsequent visit. Telephone 8302 2541 to arrange an appointment. PodiatryPodiatry services are located throughout Adelaide. Please refer to a telephone directory under, 'P' for Podiatry - Most directories contain a Locality Guide for services in your area. University Health recommends Foot Med, Foot and Ankle Clinic, Level 2, Security House, 233 North Terrace. Telephone 8223 5152. Sexual Health and Family PlanningFamily planning, contraceptives and sexuality issues can be discussed with nurses, doctors or counsellors on campus. There are several centres throughout Adelaide providing advice and specialist services to the community and the most well known of these is SHINE SA (Sexual Health Information Networking and Education). AUD$20 per year (AUD$10 concession) covers clinical services, counselling services and use of the library at SHINE SA. Telephone 8431 5177 or visit the SHINE SA web site. For other services please refer to a telephone directory under, 'F' for Family Planning, and Counselling-Marriage, Family & Personal. - Most directories contain a Locality Guide for services in your area. Women's HealthWomen's Health Statewide is a community based information and referral service for women. It is staffed by administrative workers, bi-cultural and bi-lingual workers, community health nurses, doctors, project workers and social workers. The centre seeks to address all aspects of women's lives, including age, cultural background, sexuality, disability and financial situation. Most of the centre's services are free. Visit the Women's Health Statewide web site. Sexuality ServicesInside Out is a free and confidential health service for young gay, bisexual and same sex attracted men 26 and under. Inside Out is located at 57 Hyde Street, Adelaide. Telephone 8232 0233. Gay Men's Health is a service which provides information, counselling and support on a range of issues affecting gay men as well as workshops, discussion groups, regular open evenings, and personal development courses. Gay Men's Health also assists men to join social networks in the city and country. It has a range of health related and fiction material in its library. Gay Men's Health is located at Darling House, 64 Fullarton Road, Norwood. Telephone 8334 1606. The Man2Man Information Line provides confidential information and support and is available Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 5pm. The Gay and Lesbian Counselling Service of South Australia is available from 7pm-10pm every night and from 2pm-5pm on weekends. Telephone 8422 8400 or 8334 1623. You can also visit the Gay and Lesbian Counselling Service of South Australia web site. The AIDS Council of South Australia aims to improve the health and wellbeing of people living with HIV/AIDS. For more information you can view the AIDS Council of South Australia web site or the Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations web site. |
