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This flyer is designed to help patients weigh up whether the emergency department is the right choice for them. Emergency department clinicians: this brochure can be distributed freely for use in your hospital.
After the 1st of February 2018, all medicines containing codeine will no longer be available from pharmacies. The reasoning behind this decision has been stated as the potential risk of codeine tolerance, dependence, poisoning and even death (in high doses).
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Amputations are well known for causing chronic pain, with the majority of amputees experiencing some form of ongoing pain.
In Australia, some health gains have been made leading to rates of limb amputations stabilising as a result of early intervention of diabetes and peripheral cardiovascular disease.
The Australian Pain Management Association Inc. (APMA) is a health promotion charity providing advocacy, information and practical support for people living with chronic (persistent) pain and their families. APMA is the consumer health organisation for all Australians who live with pain. APMA is your voice.
PAIN LINK HELPLINE
1300 340 357
Email: [email protected]
Australian Pain Management Association Inc. (APMA)
GPO Box 2104, Brisbane 4001
