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  1. Deep vein thrombosis

    Long international flights are suspected of contributing to deep vein thrombosis in susceptible people.

  2. Ladder Safety – Nick's story

    Injuries associated with ladder falls have been steadily increasing in Australia. As you age you are more at risk of serious injuries from falls.

  3. Pregnancy and birth - related emergencies

    A medical emergency can happen at any time during pregnancy, labour and birth. Some emergencies can be life threatening for pregnant women and their babies.

  4. Chest pain

    If in doubt about the cause of your chest pain, call an ambulance.

  5. The dangers of sitting: why sitting is the new smoking

    The less sitting or lying down you do during the day, the better your chances for living a healthy life.

  6. Shock

    Shock is when there is not enough blood circulating in the body. It is a life-threatening medical emergency.

  7. Varicose veins and spider veins

    Smaller varicose veins are usually treated by sclerotherapy ? the injection of irritant chemicals into the affected vein.

  8. Pregnancy and travel

    Travelling to developing nations is not encouraged during pregnancy, due to the risk of disease and the standard of medical facilities.

  9. Prostatectomy - for cancer

    The aim of a radical prostatectomy is to remove the cancer before it spreads to other parts of the body.

  10. How to avoid your asthma triggers

    Asthma triggers are substances, conditions or activities that lead to symptoms of asthma.

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