Work Related Illnesses
Workplace Musculoskeletal Injuries
John, your average data entry professional. His experience is far from unique. Like countless others, John grappled with the reality of workplace musculoskeletal injuries. Here’s a look at his journey, from the first twinge of pain to full recovery.
Respiratory Disease
Meet George, a 55-year-old man who sought care at Urgent Care Brisbane after years of labouring in a local quarry. He was troubled by a relentless cough, constant shortness of breath, and an unshakeable feeling of fatigue. His condition was the unfortunate consequence of exposure to silica dust at work. Welcome to the world of work-related respiratory disease.
Q-fever
Meet Peter, a hardworking farmer who visited Urgent Care Brisbane with fever, chills, and a nagging headache that just wouldn’t go away. Little did he know he had fallen prey to a work-related infection: Q-fever.
Industrial Deafness
Do you remember Tom, our friendly local blacksmith? He’d worked tirelessly for decades, hammering out masterpieces in his noisy workshop. One day, Tom realized he was struggling to hear the soft notes of his favourite symphony. His visit to Urgent Care Brisbane led to a diagnosis of industrial deafness.
PTSD
John, a diligent construction worker at the heart of bustling Brisbane. One fateful day, a misstep led to a grave workplace injury, resulting in a cascade of events that didn’t end with physical scars. Weeks into recovery, John began to exhibit symptoms typical of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Acute stress reaction
Meet Jane. Just last month, she was in Urgent Care Brisbane following a severe car accident.
She was physically fine but experiencing something else – a whirlwind of intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and a pounding heart that refused to calm down. It felt as if the accident’s trauma was replaying itself repeatedly. She was diagnosed with an Acute Stress Reaction (ASR), a common response following a traumatic event.
Depression
Ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders during a long, gruelling workday? You’re not alone. Work-related depression and anxiety are not only real but increasingly common in today’s high-stress work environments. At Urgent Care Brisbane, we understand the importance of addressing these mental health conditions promptly and effectively.
Penetrating Wounds
In the heart of Brisbane, we’ve got a powerhouse of professionals providing top-tier healthcare. Welcome to Urgent Care Brisbane, where our team of seasoned emergency doctors and nurses are on call to tackle any medical challenge. One of the critical services we offer is the management of penetrating wounds.
Broken Bones & Fractures
Broken bones and fractures are a common type of work-related injuries. These injuries can occur in a variety of ways including falls, incidents involving heavy objects, or machinery-related accidents. The severity of these injuries can greatly vary, often necessitating immediate medical attention.