Sharks and rays are threatened by the demand for fins, overfishing, fisheries bycatch, habitat and prey loss, and human disturbance. Only eat sustainable seafood, do not consume shark fin soup and make sure you know what species of fish you purchase.

Examples of Environmental Pressures facing communities: a) stormwater discharge, b) vegetation clearing and erosion and c) sediment discharge Environmental Pressures include: ○ Landuse changes resulting from alterations of the natural landscape, typically associated with population growth, including: @BULLET Coastal …

Sharks are found from shallow to deep sea environments, in coastal, marine and oceanic environments the world over. Some species inhabit shallow, coastal regions, while others live in deep waters, on the ocean floor and in the open ocean.

Sharks are opportunistic feeders, but most sharks primarily feed on smaller fish and invertebrates. Some of the larger shark species prey on seals, sea lions, and other marine mammals.

Freshwater sharks are sharks able to live in freshwater lakes and rivers, including: the bull shark, Carcharhinus leucas, which can swim between salt and fresh water, and are found in tropical rivers around the world. …

The primary cause of death was cranio-cerebral trauma and the vast majority of skull injuries associated with falls downstairs were found above ‘the hat brim line’. In these cases, postmortem examination revealed pre-existing disease or intoxication to be the cause of death and thus, cause of the fall.

Among the biggest risks associated with falling down the stairs are: head injuries, including concussions. back and spinal cord injuries. hip fractures and other broken bones.

This can be caused by dehydration, ageing circulation, medical conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and heart conditions and some medications used to treat high blood pressure. inner ear problems – such as labyrinthitis or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)

How to Safely Climb Stairs

1. Go up with the good, down with the bad. When going up, lead with your strongest leg.
2. Always face forward. You’re much less stable when you’re turned sideways, especially if the staircase has no handrail, says Joseph Zeni, PhD, assistant professor of physical therapy at the University of Delaware.

First Aid for Falls:

1. Approach them calmly and reassuringly be alert to any dangers to either you or the casualty.
2. Do not rush to move them. Get onto the floor so you are the same level as them and immediately assess: are they responsive? Not responsive – are they breathing? They are breathing.

Can You Sue for Falling Down the Stairs? If you were clumsy on a perfectly safe set of stairs, then you cannot hold the property owner liable for your injuries. However, if there was a hazardous stair condition that caused the fall and your injuries, you should talk with a premises liability lawyer about your options.

Suggestions on immediate treatment for sprains, strains and joint injuries, to prevent further damage include:

1. Rest – keep the injured area supported and avoid using for 48-72 hours.
2. Ice – apply ice to the injured area for 20 minutes every two hours for the first 48-72 hours.