Search results
Viewing 1-10 of 2253 results
- Allergies to bites and stings
Allergies to insect stings and bites range from milder allergic reactions to life-threatening, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
- Bites and stings – first aid
If you are bitten or stung by an insect or animal, apply first aid and seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
- Alcohol and drugs - dependence and addiction
Asking for help when you first suspect you have an alcohol or drug problem is important. If you think you have an addiction, speak to your local doctor or phone DirectLine.
- Cultural and linguistic diversity and hospital
People from all backgrounds can benefit from language and cultural support in Victoria’s health system.
- Duncan and Breanna, father and daughter, Melbourne
Duncan started experiencing severe depression in his early thirties. When he was hospitalised following a suicide attempt, his daughter Breanna became his carer.
- European wasp
Unlike a bee, which can only sting once (and leaves the stinger behind in the skin), the European wasp can sting repeatedly.
- Solariums and collariums (sunbeds and tanning beds)
There is no such thing as a safe solarium tan.
- Cancer and asbestos
Long-term exposure to asbestos is a cause of lung cancer and other serious illnesses.
- Cancer and heredity
Latest research suggests that most cancers are caused by environmental rather than genetic factors.
- Diverticulosis and diverticulitis
Diverticulosis and diverticulitis relate to the formation or infection of abnormal pouches in the bowel wall.