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Burns and scalds

Burns are common and causes include sunburn, scalds from hot water and chemical burns. Read about the symptoms of and treatment options for burns.

Electric shocks and burns

Trusted information about electric shocks and burns, including what it is, causes, symptoms, safety, treatments and self-care

Winter health hazards at home

Keeping warm indoors means watching out for heaters and other things that can cause burns and scalds. These simple tips should help to keep you safe.

First aid basics

First aid is what you do to help an injured or sick person immediately after an event. Learn about the 'DRSABCD' action plan and how to find a course.

Chemical burns – first aid and treatment

Many chemicals can cause serious burns to the skin, which should be treated as a medical emergency. Learn how to perform first aid for chemical burns.

Heartburn

Heartburn is a feeling of burning pain or discomfort in the chest. Find out about the triggers for heartburn and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Erythromelalgia

Erythromelalgia is a rare skin condition which causes a burning pain and red skin usually on your hands or feet. Read more about erythromelalgia here.

Nerve pain can feel like a shooting, stabbing or burning sensation. You can be treated with pain relief medicines, exercise and alternative therapies. Learn how to identify symptoms and manage nerve pain.

Eye injuries

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Objects or chemicals in the eye

A piece of metal, dirt or chemicals in your eye can be annoying and often dangerous. Here’s what to do if you suspect something’s in your eye.

Black eye

A black eye is a bruise in the tissues around the eye. It’s a good idea to get it checked by a doctor in case it’s a symptom of a more serious eye injury.

Sunburn and sun protection

All people are at risk of sunburn, and young children can get seriously burnt in less than 30 minutes. Here's how to avoid and treat sunburn.

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication

Acid reflux can cause heartburn or acid in your mouth. The acid can cause the lining of your oesophagus to become inflamed or scarred. Surgery may be recommended if your symptoms continue while you are taking medication.

Anti-reflux surgery

Acid reflux can cause heartburn or acid in your mouth. The acid can cause the lining of your oesophagus to become inflamed or scarred. Surgery may be recommended if your symptoms continue while you are taking medication.

The 7 biggest sunscreen mistakes people make

Around 2.7 million Australians get sunburnt every weekend, according to the Cancer Council. Here are the biggest mistakes people make using sunscreen.

GORD (reflux)

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is caused by stomach acid rising in your food pipe. Learn more about symptoms and treatments for GORD.

Metabolism

Metabolism refers to all the chemical processes your body uses to produce energy. Find out more about metabolism, what affects it and whether you can boost your metabolism.

Aches and pains

Pain is a part of life, but it shouldn't stop you from living. Learn about the types of pain including back pain, headaches, and swelling in the groin, as well as pain relief.

Toxic shock syndrome

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) occurs when a bacteria releases toxins into the body's bloodstream. It's very rare but is more common during a woman's period.

Leg pain

Leg pain is any pain, ache or discomfort between your groin and ankle, and can be caused by many things from ulcers to sciatica. Find out about leg pain causes and treatment.

Bushfire health and safety

Bushfires have become a part of Australian life. Learn how to protect your health, prepare for a natural disaster, know which health conditions put you at greater risk, and how to cope emotionally.

Peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage. It can cause pain, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs. Learn about some of the possible causes and treatments here.

5 ways to protect your health from the effects of climate change

Here’s what you need to know about the impact of climate change on your health and what you can do to protect yourself.

Gonorrhoea (the clap)

Also known as 'the clap', gonorrhoea often has no symptoms. Learn how to spot symptoms, maintain and how gonorrhoea is treated.

Epididymitis

Epididymitis is inflammation of the tube at the back of each testicle. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of epididymitis here.

Blisters

Blisters form in response to friction or pressure on the skin. Many need only simple care; others may be a symptom of disease and need to be treated by your GP.

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Information about diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition caused when you have a high blood sugar level, and not enough insulin in your body to break it down to use for energy .

Compartment syndrome

Compartment syndrome is a painful condition caused by pressure in a group of muscles. Acute compartment syndrome appears after injury and is a medical emergency. Learn about symptoms and treatment options for acute and chronic compartment syndrome.

Frostbite

Frostbite develops when your skin freezes after exposure to very low temperatures. You can greatly reduce your risk of frostbite if you prepare properly.

Labia problems

Problems affecting the labia, the ‘lips’ on the outside of your genitals (vulva), can include cysts or a rash. Learn more about what's normal when it comes to the labia, and what's not.

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Burns and scalds

Electric shocks and burns

Winter health hazards at home

First aid basics

Chemical burns – first aid and treatment

Heartburn

Erythromelalgia

Nerve pain (neuralgia)

Eye injuries

Objects or chemicals in the eye

Black eye

Sunburn and sun protection

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication

Anti-reflux surgery

The 7 biggest sunscreen mistakes people make

GORD (reflux)

Metabolism

Aches and pains

Toxic shock syndrome

Leg pain

Bushfire health and safety

Peripheral neuropathy

5 ways to protect your health from the effects of climate change

Gonorrhoea (the clap)

Epididymitis

Blisters

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Compartment syndrome

Frostbite

Labia problems

Symptom checker

Life stage

Burns and scalds

Electric shocks and burns

Winter health hazards at home

First aid basics

Chemical burns – first aid and treatment

Heartburn

Erythromelalgia

Nerve pain (neuralgia)

Eye injuries

Objects or chemicals in the eye

Black eye

Sunburn and sun protection

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication

Anti-reflux surgery

The 7 biggest sunscreen mistakes people make

GORD (reflux)

Metabolism

Aches and pains

Toxic shock syndrome

Leg pain

Bushfire health and safety

Peripheral neuropathy

5 ways to protect your health from the effects of climate change

Gonorrhoea (the clap)

Epididymitis

Blisters

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Compartment syndrome

Frostbite

Labia problems

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