May 28, 2020
First Aid Training
As small children are prone to putting things in their mouths, whether it’s food, toys, money or even objects, it’s important to be trained in first aid to ensure that any choking episodes don’t escalate and become fatal.
July 14, 2020
First Aid Training
Electric shock kills 76 Australians every year. This figure from the Australian Bureau of Statistics does not account for people whose unfortunate electrical mishaps either go unreported or lead to non-fatal injuries.
July 22, 2020
First Aid Training
It’s important not to overlook the fact that the side-effects of epileptic episodes include fatalities. Medication, however, helps mitigate the situation for many.
August 7, 2020
Injury
Domestic violence First Aid has never been more important but it needs to be approached with caution to be effective.
August 24, 2020
How-To
Let the person know you care about their welfare. Ask if they are thinking of taking their own life in a gentle manner that invites discussion about it. There is plenty of evidence to show that, in most cases, people contemplating suicide don’t really want to die. Helping them to open up and be heard is important.
August 31, 2020
First Aid Training
After all, we’re talking about care for some of the most vulnerable people in our community. And care for those with special needs are complex, often involving mental health as well as physical health.
September 4, 2020
Disease
In Australia, people are diagnosed with Diabetes at a rate of one every 5 minutes. Type 1 accounts for 10% of Diabetes in Australia and is increasing. Type 2 accounts for 85% of Diabetes in Australia and is increasing.
January 21, 2021
Bites and Stings
More deaths would no doubt result if we did not have access to anti-venom to treat these bites. When a snake bite has occurred, it is not necessary to catch or kill the snake in order to identify it.
April 28, 2021
Virus
Even when communities go into lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19, First Aid courses generally continue.
December 3, 2021
General Health-Related
Hypotension, or low blood pressure, can indicate an underlying problem, particularly in elderly people. It can cause dizziness, weakness, and blurred vision. Severe cases lead to loss of consciousness and can be life-threatening.
September 21, 2021
Disease
Heart attack is a medical emergency. First aid treatment for a heart attack is important to prevent cardiac arrest – where the heart stops beating. Time is of the essence. Waste no time and call 000 for an ambulance.
September 19, 2014
Bites and Stings
A paralysis tick can cause a serious allergic reaction. These reactions can range from mild itching with localised swelling and pain to life-threatening anaphylaxis. This article covers paralysis tick prevention and cure, including the best way to remove a tick.