Accidents and injuries

Injuries can be caused by small incidents to major accidents. Learn about causes, symptoms and treatments, as well as how to be prepared with a good first aid kit.

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Swallowed substances

Common household products are often swallowed by accident. Find out how you can prevent these accidents and what to do when they happen.

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Paramedics

Paramedics help with serious accidents and injuries, treating many conditions. Learn about their roles, how they assist, and when you may need them.

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Back injuries

Back injuries can happen as a result of falls, transport accidents, sport or at work. Learn more about how to look after a back injury.

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Dealing with life events

Life events such as accidents, job loss, death, relationships or even positives like weddings can cause stress. Learn strategies to cope when you’re struggling.

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First aid kits

An organised and properly stocked first aid kit can help in an emergency or accident. Learn what to keep in your kit and how to use the items.

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First aid advice

First aid is helping an injured or sick person in the first minutes after an incident or illness. Accidents or emergencies can happen to anyone at any time. Learn the basics and you could even save a life.

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Facial droop

Facial droop can cause your face to look asymmetrical (uneven). Moving your facial muscles may be difficult. Call 000 if you have a facial droop.

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Stroke rehabilitation

Stroke rehabilitation helps the brain to relearn skills that have been affected. Learn about the most common problems and types of rehabilitation.

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Brain aneurysm

Read about brain aneurysms‚ a bulge in an artery wall in your brain. If it bursts it can cause bleeding in the brain, which is an emergency.

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Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

A transient ischemic attack (TIA) has similar symptoms to a stroke but usually lasts less than an hour. Urgent medical attention is critical.

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Stroke

A stroke is when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted. Learn the 'FAST' test for stroke symptoms, which can save a person's life.

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Clavicle fracture (broken collarbone)

A clavicle fracture (broken collarbone) causes a lot of pain and makes it hard to move your arm. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment.

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Whiplash

Whiplash is a neck injury from sudden head movement. Learn about causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention. See a doctor if symptoms persist.

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Osteopenia

If you have osteopenia, your bones are weaker than normal. Osteopenia is less severe than osteoporosis but you need to take care if you're at risk.

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Toilet training

Most children start toilet training between 2 and 3 years of age. Find out whether your child is ready with these helpful toilet training tips.

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Fractures

A fracture is a crack or break in your bone caused by trauma, overuse or weak bones. Learn about symptoms, treatments, and prevention.

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Sacroiliitis

Sacroiliitis is inflammation in your sacroiliac joint, causing low back pain. Diagnosis is challenging. Treatment is important to avoid complications.

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Facial bone fractures

Facial bone fractures need medical attention. Learn more about the different types of facial bone fractures, their symptoms and treatment.

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Foot and toe fractures

Foot and toe fractures are when you have a crack or break in your bone. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of broken foot and toe bones.

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Dental injury

Dental injuries can happen with falls or when playing sport. They can also happen when eating something hard. Learn about dental first aid here.

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Hand and finger fractures

If you injure your hand, you might have broken a finger. Find out what you need to do if you think you have a hand or finger fracture.

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Mobility aids

Mobility aids can help you get around and make daily activities safer and easier. Learn when you might need mobility aids and how to access them.

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Prostheses

Prostheses are artificial body parts designed to restore function or appearance. Basic prostheses are available through the public health system.

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Jaw dislocation

Jaw dislocation is when the lower part of your jaw moves out of its normal position. If you dislocate your jaw, seek medical help as soon as possible.

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What to expect in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU)

The intensive care unit (ICU) provides 24-hour care from a highly-trained team of specialists. Learn more about what to expect from the ICU.

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Facial injuries

Some minor facial injuries can be treated at home, while more serious injuries need medical attention. Find out about different facial injuries.

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Psychological trauma

Psychological or emotional trauma can happen when you go through a stressful event. Find out what can cause trauma and learn how to manage it.

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Staying safe during floods and cyclones

Floods and cyclones are part of Australian life. Learn how to protect your health, know which health conditions put you at greater risk, and limit the stress that floods and cyclones can cause you and those around you.

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Joint diseases and problems

Joint diseases and problems can severely limit a person's quality of life, so it's important know what the different types are. Learn more about them here.

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