Wounds, cuts and grazes
There are many different types of wounds. Some can be caused by an injury or by a cut. Here’s how to look after wounds and cuts yourself and when to get help.
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Wound, cut and graze treatments
Information about wound care, plus self-care advice for cuts and grazes and when to speak to a doctor for further medical attention
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Caring for sutures
Sutures need proper care to ensure a wound heals cleanly. They hold the wound closed and are removed or dissolve after it has healed. Find out more here.
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What causes wounds, cuts and grazes?
Information about common causes of wounds, cuts and grazes, including signs and symptoms to look out for.
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Facial injury
Trusted information about facial injury, including causes, a bleeding or cut tongue, wounds, bruising, nosebleed and deliberate injuries. Find out what to do and when to see a doctor, plus links to trusted resources.
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Mouth and tongue cuts
Trusted information on mouth and tongue cuts and advice for looking after yourself can be found on this page.
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Objects or chemicals in the eye after care
Trusted information about treatments for objects or chemicals in the eye and well as prevention and general information.
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Snake bites
About 100 Australian snakes are venomous. Although only 12 are likely to inflict a wound that could kill you. Learn about first aid for snake bites.
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Facial injury treatments
Information about facial injury treatments, including looking after yourself, head injuries, object inside a wound and deliberate injuries. Find out what to do and when to see a doctor, plus links to trusted resources.
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Community nursing
Trusted information about community nursing from leading Australian health organisations, including links to palliative care and costs of care.
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Botulism
Botulism is a rare illness caused by a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Learn how you can reduce your risk with preventative measures.
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