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Children and head injuries

Head injuries happen after any bump to the head. Find out about what to look for and do after head injuries in babies and young children.

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Injuries during pregnancy

There are many ways you can be injured during pregnancy. Learn what to do if you’re pregnant and have a fall, accident, burn, or other injury.

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Birth injury (to the baby)

Giving birth in Australia is very safe, but sometimes during birth, the baby suffers an injury. Learn about birth injury causes, types and treatments.

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Birth injury (to the mother)

Birth injuries to the mother, such as perineal tears and pelvic floor damage can sometimes occur. Support and treatment is available.

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Preventing falls for babies and children

Falls are one of the most common causes of injury in babies and young children. Learn how to prevent falls and what to do if your child does have a fall.

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First aid for babies and children

It’s important to learn first aid for kids if you are a parent or carer. Find out more about first aid techniques and how to get first aid training.

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Perineal tears

A perineal tear is an injury to the skin and/or muscle between the vagina and anus that can happen during birth. Learn how it's treated and how to reduce your risk.

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Safe sleep for babies

It is important to ensure an infants sleeping area is kept safe. Experts have identified certain things can help reduce the risk of death and injuries.

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Water safety for babies and children

Babies can drown in as little as 5cm (two inches) of water. Drowning is silent so you won’t necessarily hear any noise or struggle.

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Burns, scalds and hot water safety

Find out what to do if your child has a burn or scald, and read about hot water safety and other ways to help prevent burns and scalds.

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