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- copper chrome arsenic (cca) treated timber
cca treated timber should not be used to build children's play equipment, patios, new garden furniture, decking or handrails.
- wilson disease
in wilson's disease, a build-up of copper damages organs including the liver, nervous system, brain, kidneys and eyes.
- contraception after an abortion
you can become fertile again very soon after a surgical or medical abortion, so it's important to start using contraception immediately if you wish to prevent any unwanted pregnancies.
- contraception - intrauterine devices (iud)
information about intrauterine devices (iuds - copper and hormonal) as long acting reversible contraception (larc) to prevent pregnancy. includes possible side effects and risks, costs and support.
- contraception - emergency contraception
it is best to take emergency contraception as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours of having unprotected sex, but it still works well within 96 hours (4 days).
- liver
some forms of liver disease are inherited, while others are caused by lifestyle factors.
- contraception - choices
different methods of contraception available in australia - includes larc implants and iuds, injections, contraceptive pills, condoms, diaphragm, vaginal ring, sterilisation, natural and withdrawal.
- antioxidants
antioxidants scavenge free radicals from the body's cells, and prevent or reduce the damage caused by oxidation.
- lead exposure from shooting firearms
if you shoot firearms, handle bullets, make your own ammunition or visit shooting ranges, you’re at a higher risk for lead exposure.
- ectopic pregnancy
ectopic pregnancy is caused by a fertilised egg not being able to move through the fallopian tube.

