December 9, 2022
Seasonal Concerns
Murray Valley encephalitis is a serious and rare virus carried by mosquitos that can result in brain damage or death. The best way to prevent infection by Murray Valley encephalitis is to protect yourself from mosquito bites.
December 8, 2022
Bites and Stings
Blue ringed octopuses are most often seen in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of the Australian mainland. Despite their miniscule size, Blue ringed octopuses are some of the deadliest creatures in the water, and their neurotoxic venom can and has killed people.
December 7, 2022
Bites and Stings
The Sydney Brown Trapdoor Spider loves being out and active during the hot summer. They are eerily similar to the deadly Funnel-web. In this article, we will give you the know-how to spot the differences between them.
December 6, 2022
Disease
Though the Australian Bureau of Statistic’s health statistics have been shaken up in recent years with the onset of COVID, the top 5 leading causes of death have been the same since 2011. Luckily, there are ways to reduce your risk of falling foul with these chronic conditions.
December 5, 2022
How-To
A tourniquet is a device used to apply pressure and reduce the flow of blood to a limb that is experiencing life-threatening bleeding. When applied correctly, tourniquets can increase the rate of survival to 90%.
December 3, 2022
Bites and Stings
The Great white shark is arguably the most well-known shark in the world. As the largest predatory fish in the world, and with strong jaws housing upwards of 300 highly serrated teeth, Great white sharks are indeed formidable predators.
December 2, 2022
Seasonal Concerns
Mosquito-borne diseases are those acquired through mosquito bites. Though mosquito-borne diseases have a worldwide distribution, they pose a significant risk in tropical holiday destinations like Bali, where Aedes aegypti mosquitos are in abundance.
December 1, 2022
Bites and Stings
White tail spiders are common in Australian households, as they enjoy hiding between pieces of fabric and in cool, tiled areas. White tail spider bites have long been associated with extreme inflammation and skin loss.
November 30, 2022
Seasonal Concerns
Barmah Forest virus is a mosquito-borne diseases characterised by fatigue, joint pain, and variable rashes, which can persist for several months. The best way to prevent infection by Barmah Forest virus is to protect yourself from mosquito bites.
November 29, 2022
Bites and Stings
In this article, we provide information on venomous and non-venomous snakes common to the greater Brisbane region.
November 28, 2022
Bites and Stings
The sting from a stone fish is excruciating and can be lethal. Prompt and appropriate first aid may reduce the severity of the injury.
November 26, 2022
Bites and Stings
The Victorian Funnel Web Spider can be encountered on the outskirts of the Dandenong ranges. They are closely related to the Sydney Funnel Web Spider, Australia's deadliest arachnid.