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Child poisoning in the home - prevention
Better Health — Children can be poisoned by common substances in the home. Medicines, cleaners such as dishwashing detergent and oven cleaners, petrol, bleaches and essential oils are all poisons and should be kept secure and out of reach of children. In an ...More…
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Child poisoning in the home - symptoms and treatment
Better Health — Accidental poisoning is common, especially among young children. Symptoms and treatment can vary depending on what and how much has been swallowed, spilt on the skin or sprayed in the eye. Always call an ambulance in an emergency. Accidental ...More…
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Water - make it safe to drink
Better Health — Drinking untreated water such as creek water, bore water or sometimes even rainwater can lead to illnesses including gastroenteritis. Natural water sources should be used with caution and water treatment methods used to make water safe to drink. ...More…
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Swimming pools - water quality
Better Health — If not properly maintained, the water in your domestic swimming pool can harbour a range of microbes, including bacteria and algae, that can cause health problems such as ear, nose and throat infections. If not properly maintained, the water in ...More…
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Workplace safety - overuse injuries
Better Health — Occupational overuse syndrome (OOS) is a type of injury common to fingers, hands, wrists and elbows. OOS is also known as repetitive strain injury or RSI. It is caused by repetitive movements or awkward postures. Changes to workplace design and ...More…
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Workplace safety - manual handling injuries
Better Health — One in three injuries to Australian workers are caused by manual handling, with inexperienced workers at greatest risk. Manual handling injuries are not limited to those sustained by lifting or carrying heavy loads. A person can be injured when ...More…
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Workplace safety - hazardous substances
Better Health — Hazardous substances such as chemicals and asbestos cause over 2,000 deaths in Australia every year. Exposure to chemicals commonly used in workplaces can lead to a variety of short and long term health effects such as poisoning, skin rashes and ...More…
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Workplace safety - dangerous goods
Better Health — Dangerous goods are objects or substances that are potentially harmful to people or the environment, such as explosives or chemicals. Dangerous goods can blow up, burn, corrode or poison people. They should be handled, stored and transported with ...More…
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Workplace safety - confined spaces
Better Health — A confined space is any enclosed structure that has limited access and contains a potentially harmful atmosphere. Examples include tanks, pits, chimneys and underground sewers or tunnels. When working in confined spaces, it is vital to devise ...More…
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Work-related fatalities
Better Health — The National Occupational Health and Safety Commission conducted studies into work related deaths. Around 16 per cent of deaths are work related, with men accounting for around 90 per cent of those killed. The number of work related deaths ...More…
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Hypothermia - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Hypothermia occurs when the body's temperature falls below 35°C. Severe hypothermia can be fatal without prompt medical treatment. Symptoms of hypothermia include feeling cold, pale skin, shivering, loss of concentration, drowsiness, confusion, ...More…
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Personal Alert Victoria
Better Health — Personal Alert Victoria (PAV) gives you confidence to live independently in your own home by providing contact 24 hours a day. Personal Alert Victoria (PAV) gives you confidence to live independently in your own home by providing contact 24 hours ...More…