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Shortage of donor skin tissue worries specialists

Burns specialists say a shortage of donor skin tissue means there would not be enough to treat serious burns patients in the event of a largescale disaster Victoria is the only State to supply skin donor tissue to burns units across Australia Heather Cleland from Melbournes Alfred Hospital says supplies were stretched after the Black Saturday... Read More

Mothers milk and touch best for infants health

Becoming a mother can be both exhilarating and daunting Not just first time mothers but even those who have experienced the joy of motherhood earlier can go through a period of selfdoubt wondering whether she is doing the right thing to keep her newborn safe Doctors say two simple interventions exclusive breastfeeding and maximum skintoskin co... Read More