2 Ways to Keep Your Child's Ear Dry After Atresia Repair

Posted on: 8 September 2017

If you've decided ear surgery is the best option to repair your child's congenital aural atresia, it's a good idea to start preparing for the procedure in advance. In particular, one thing you need to know is how to keep your little one's ear dry once the surgery is over. Most surgeons will recommend keeping the ear canal free of water for a month or two after the procedure to ensure the canal heals without infection.
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Who Should Take Basic First Aid Training?

Posted on: 5 September 2017

Basic first aid and emergency response training may be required of some types of employees, even if they're not necessarily a medical professional. This might include anyone employed in a dental office or clinic, those who are qualifying for certain construction and contracting work, those running a nursing home or day-care and the like. Even if you're not required to take a basic first aid training class by your employer, you may still want to sign up for such a course, to protect yourself and your family at home and elsewhere.
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Three Diseases You Could Prevent with Asbestos Testing

Posted on: 1 September 2017

With around one-third of Australian homes containing asbestos building materials, many people come into contact with it throughout their lives. Asbestos begins to cause a risk when it's not properly contained, or when the materials containing it are disturbed or damaged. If you suspect your home or work environment requires asbestos testing, you may want to know more about the diseases this material causes. Asbestosis  Workers who face exposure to asbestos for many years may find that the small fibres coming into contact with their lungs cause scarring.
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Preparing for a vaginal birth after caesarian (VBAC)

Posted on: 29 August 2017

Many women who have had a previous caesarian section are eager to try and have a vaginal birth (VBAC) with their next birth, in order to limit the long recovery time and additional risks associated with a caesarian. Here are some steps you can take to make sure you maximise your chances of a successful VBAC.  Find a supportive obstetrician Some obstetricians are not eager to perform VBACs as they feel that there is an additional risk of uterine rupture.
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