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Electric shocks and burns

An electric shock happens when someone touches an electrical energy source, often leading to a burn. Discover the causes symptoms, safety and treatments.

Toxic shock syndrome

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is an infection caused by bacteria. It's very rare but symptoms can develop quickly. Learn more about TSS here.

Sepsis

Sepsis is a serious condition which can lead to septic shock, organ failure and even death if not diagnosed and treated early. Find out more here.

How to get the most out of your doctor's appointment

To get the most out of your medical appointments, and to avoid 'bill shock', use these handy tips. Because you're the boss when it comes to your health.

An external cardioversion is a procedure to treat an abnormal heart rhythm. It involves connecting you to a defibrillator machine that gives a controlled electric shock to make your heart beat normally again.

Inserting an internal cardioverter defibrillator

An abnormal heart rhythm can cause cardiac arrest. Having an ICD inserted may save your life by giving you a shock to make your heart beat normally again.

You could have Parkinson’s disease symptoms in your 30s or 40s and not know it

It was a shock when Michael J. Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 29. But it's believed that 1 in 10 people with the neurological disease is young. Here's what you need to know about the early signs of Parkinson's.

Stinging plants

Stinging trees and nettles can hurt. Find out what these plants look like, how to avoid getting stung and what to do when the worst happens.

Spider bites

Find out what you do for a spider bite in Australia. Redback spider, funnel-web spider and white tail spider bites need different first aid.

Allergies

Information about allergy types, as well as allergy testing, anaphylaxis, antihistamines and common related conditions such as asthma and hay fever.

Snake bites

About 100 Australian snakes are venomous, but only 12 are likely to inflict a fatal bite. Learn about first aid for snake bites.

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction and can be fatal. Explore triggers, symptoms, treatment and what to do in an emergency.

Insect bites and stings

Explore treatment and prevention methods for insect bites and stings. Learn about symptoms, first aid and severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

Allergies and hypersensitivities

An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system overreacts to a substance. Find out about common allergies, their symptoms and treatments.

Insect stings - infographic

Explore this infographic to learn about the insects that can cause infections and allergic reactions, the symptoms and treatments you should be aware of and tips to prevent stings.

Insect bites - infographic

Explore this infographic to learn about the insects that can cause infections and allergic reactions, the symptoms and treatments you should be aware of and tips to prevent bites.

Adrenaline

Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a natural stress hormone. It is also a medicine used in an emergency for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

Kidney stones

Kidney stones are also known as urolithiasis. This is a common problem of the urinary system. Find out more about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Nut allergies

Allergies to tree nuts and peanuts are a common cause of severe allergic reactions. Find out more here about managing nut allergies.

Allergy testing

Allergies can make conditions such as asthma and hayfever worse. Find out more here about different types of allergy tests and when they are useful.

Egg allergy

Egg allergy usually starts in infancy, but most children grow out of it. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of egg allergy, and ways to avoid egg.

How to use an adrenaline autoinjector

An adrenaline autoinjector can, in an emergency, save the life of someone who is having a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Learn how to use one here.

Defibrillators

A defibrillator can save someone's life if they have a cardiac arrest. Learn more about defibrillators and how to find and use one.

Wiggle’s collapse highlights the importance of CPR and defibrillators

Former yellow Wiggle, Greg Page, survived a cardiac arrest thanks to the quick actions of bystanders who performed CPR and used a defibrillator.

Invasive staph infections

Invasive staphylococcus (staph) infections are less common than staph skin infections but usually more severe. Learn about the different types here.

Trigeminal neuralgia

Trigeminal neuralgia is a type of nerve pain. It may feel like a sudden pain in your jaw or cheek. Read more about trigeminal neuralgia.

Cardiac arrest

Cardiac arrest is when the heart stops beating, usually due to an electrical problem with the heart. Performing CPR and defibrillation in time can be lifesaving.

Spinal disc problems

Problems with your spinal discs can lead to back pain, sciatica and other problems. Learn about the causes and treatment options.

Tachycardia

Tachycardia (if your heart beats faster than usual, more than 100 beats per minute) can be a normal response to exercise or stress or a sign of disease

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Search results for: "Shock"

Life stage

Shock

Electric shocks and burns

Toxic shock syndrome

Sepsis

How to get the most out of your doctor's appointment

External cardioversion

Inserting an internal cardioverter defibrillator

You could have Parkinson’s disease symptoms in your 30s or 40s and not know it

Stinging plants

Spider bites

Allergies

Snake bites

Anaphylaxis

Insect bites and stings

Allergies and hypersensitivities

Insect stings - infographic

Insect bites - infographic

Adrenaline

Kidney stones

Nut allergies

Allergy testing

Egg allergy

How to use an adrenaline autoinjector

Defibrillators

Wiggle’s collapse highlights the importance of CPR and defibrillators

Invasive staph infections

Trigeminal neuralgia

Cardiac arrest

Spinal disc problems

Tachycardia

Life stage

Shock

Electric shocks and burns

Toxic shock syndrome

Sepsis

How to get the most out of your doctor's appointment

External cardioversion

Inserting an internal cardioverter defibrillator

You could have Parkinson’s disease symptoms in your 30s or 40s and not know it

Stinging plants

Spider bites

Allergies

Snake bites

Anaphylaxis

Insect bites and stings

Allergies and hypersensitivities

Insect stings - infographic

Insect bites - infographic

Adrenaline

Kidney stones

Nut allergies

Allergy testing

Egg allergy

How to use an adrenaline autoinjector

Defibrillators

Wiggle’s collapse highlights the importance of CPR and defibrillators

Invasive staph infections

Trigeminal neuralgia

Cardiac arrest

Spinal disc problems

Tachycardia

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