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Injury

Injury

Treating Minor Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are a common occurrence in Australia, and learning how to treat them is essential for maintaining good health and safety while involved in sport. This article will provide an overview of recognizing common sports injuries, first aid responses, and strategies for maintaining good health in sport.

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Charts

First Aid Chart for Knocked Out Tooth

A knocked-out tooth, also known as <dfn>dental avulsion</dfn>, is a dental emergency that demands immediate attention. This downloadable chart details the initial first aid you should complete while seeking a dentist.

Dental trauma can happen at any age.
Injury

Injury

Guide to Tooth Trauma and Care

Accidents happen, and one of the common dental emergencies people may face is knocking a tooth loose . If you find yourself in this distressing situation, taking the right actions promptly can significantly impact the tooth's chances of survival and your overall oral health.

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First Aid Chart for Tooth Knocked Loose

Accidents happen, and one of the common dental emergencies people may face is knocking a tooth loose. This downloadable chart details the initial first aid you should complete while seeking a dentist.

Sneezing expels foreign particles from your nasal passages.
General Health-Related

General Health-Related

Sneezing - How to Reduce the Impact

Sneezing is a natural occurrence, albeit it a slightly annoying one. Designed to expel foreign particles, it is part of your body’s protective mechanisms. So how does sneezing actually work? When should you be concerned about sneezing? And how can you stop them?

There are many remedies for hiccups, but they don't all work for everyone every time.
General Health-Related

General Health-Related

How to Stop Hiccups

There’s no denying it – hiccups are both annoying and amusing. For some people, they are a persistent and painful experience. For others it is an occasional irritation. For everyone, we want to know – what can you do to stop them?

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Charts

First Aid for Nose Bleeds Chart

Nose bleeds are common, and treating them shouldn't be a concern. This handy chart gives you the steps to follow.

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How-To

How-To

First Aid for Nose Bleeds

This article covers treatment/first aid for nose bleeds, and also covers all of the common misconceptions and myths about treating a bleeding nose.

Electrical hazards can lurk unnoticed.
Danger

Danger

Electrical Hazards

Electricity is a vital energy source used in various industrial and domestic settings. Understanding and awareness of the potential dangers of electricity in the workplace is crucial. Electrical hazards pose a significant risk to workers' safety, including the risk of electric shock, electrical burns, and arc flash.

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Charts

First Aid Chart for Hydrofluoric Acid

This page includes a chart that goes over the symptoms and treatment of hydrofluoric acid burns and contact. The chart is both downloadable and printable.

Diabetes is usually tested by using a blood glucose test.
Disease

Disease

Diabetes Health Statistics Australia

Diabetes is of growing impact in Australia. The prevalence and impact of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes is increasing year by year. Recent data shows how many Australians are directly and indirectly impacted.

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Danger

Fire Safety Hazards

Fires can be devastating, causing damage to property and endangering lives. Identifying hazards is crucial to protecting property and lives.