General Info Nasal bone fractures is also known as a broken nose. It is the result of an impact to the face and nose. The nose will often be swollen, flattened, and can be angulated to one side or the … Read More
General Information A sprain is when ligaments are suddenly stretched or tom. Ligaments are tissues that hold bones together. Sprains usually occur in joints, such as in ankles, knees, wrist or fingers. You may have pain, tenderness and swelling of … Read More
If we’ve sent you the link to this page, that means you’ve had a head injury we’re concerned you might be at risk of, or have, a concussion. Please check the Sport-specific issues section to see if any additional requirements … Read More
Dr Sean Hudson, Expedition Medicine guru, has shared some wisdom with a simple kit list which can be adapted to various expedition situations. Check out his blog post here at the WEM site.
*Note, this works to load ANY app, so can be used for Service NSW, Service VIC, Check In QLD apps in exactly the same way. Credit for the method to a Reddit user whose name I can’t remember. OK Australia, … Read More
The Blazing Swan Committee has made the incredibly difficult, but right, decision to cancel the Blazing Swan Festival this year. This is in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, and in response to advice given by myself, and by government. This is heartbreaking … Read More
In the leadup to this festival season, I’m going to try and streamline the available shift publication process by upgrading to CoreSchedule. CoreSchedule is a fantastic online rostering and scheduling program from our friends in NZ. It can handle just … Read More
lacerationrepair.com is an excellent collection of resources on all things suturing, with detailed descriptions and videos to match.… Read More
Insect repellent is essential when going on expedition anywhere where temperatures don’t require a jumper, and sometimes even then. The only well proven insect repellent worldwide is N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET). The higher the percentage, the more effective it is. Realistically you need … Read More