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  1. Brain death

    Brain death differs from other states of unconsciousness in important ways.

  2. Death in hospital

    Organising a funeral is an important part of grieving, so it is worth spending time to plan the funeral that you and the deceased person would want.

  3. Death of a baby

    Miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death is a shattering event for those expecting a baby. Grief and anxiety about subsequent pregnancies are common in these circumstances but counselling can help.

  4. Reduce your risk of early death

    You can dramatically reduce your risk of early death by making a few simple lifestyle changes.

  5. Sudden unexpected death in infants (SUDI and SIDS)

    You can reduce your baby's risk of sudden unexpected death by providing a safe sleeping environment and avoiding tobacco smoke.

  6. Work-related fatalities

    In 2013, 196 people lost their lives due to work-related accidents in Australia. Find out more about your industry and which organisations help to prevent work-related deaths in your workplace.

  7. Mushroom poisoning

    Mushrooms are a type of fungus. Australia has many varieties of wild-growing fungi, many of which are edible. However, a few types are poisonous or even deadly.

  8. Funerals

    It is the funeral directors job to help with many of the legal responsibilities, including the death certificate.

  9. What to do after someone dies

    When someone dies, it will help you to have a written plan of what you need to do including who you need to contact.

  10. Smoking statistics

    Smoking kills more Victorians every year than road accidents, alcohol and other drugs combined.

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