A-Z of health information

Parents can help with bullying by supporting their child and involving the authorities to find solutions.

Immediate first aid for all burns is to hold the burn under cool running water for at least 20 minutes.

Most hot tap water scald injuries to children happen in the bathroom.

Bursitis is often caused by overuse and the inflammation will continue unless the particular activity or movement is stopped.

Since the ulcer gets bigger with time, early diagnosis and prompt treatment of Buruli ulcer can keep skin loss to a minimum.

Bush Support Services (as part of CRANAplus) provides mental health services for remote health workers and their families

Houses, sheds and other buildings or structures burnt in a bushfire can leave potential health hazards.

Being prepared for a bushfire helps you cope better in an emergency.

Collated information for communities relating to bushfires, including what to do during a bushfire as well as what happens afterwards.

Debris, smoke, ash and dead animals from a bushfire can contaminate water tanks.