Recently Published First Aid Articles

Paper Boat
Waterway Safety

November 4, 2014

Danger

To provide a safe environment for yourself and your family, make sure you are aware of the possible dangers which exist in and around inland waterways

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Woman suffering hay fever allergy symptoms
Hay Fever Guide

September 29, 2014

Allergy and Asthma

Hay fever is nothing to sneeze at, since untreated symptoms could lead to more serious health complications such as asthma or a severe allergic reaction.

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Storm suddenly hits
Staying safe during an electrical storm

December 4, 2014

Danger

When you see a lightning flash and less than 30 seconds later, you hear thunder, it's too close for comfort. When a person is struck by lightning, dial 000 for emergency medical help. The victim will not retain an electrical charge, so it's safe to touch them.

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Cars on the road
Christmas Road Safety

December 17, 2014

Seasonal Concerns

Unfortunately, road accidents and fatalities over the Christmas period are often significantly worse than the rest of the year.

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Christmas apple
Healthy Holidays

December 18, 2014

General Health-Related

As we enter the silly season of alcohol consumption and overindulgence, it can be a tough choice between taste and satisfaction or the all out belly blowout.

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Smoke in the sky
Bushfire Smoke and Asthma

January 9, 2015

Allergy and Asthma

Bushfires release harmful gases, including carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, carbon dioxide and a range of organic compounds. This affects the air quality,  irritating sensitive airways and triggers asthma. Children, the elderly, smokers, and people with existing heart and lung conditions, including asthma, are usually the first to feel the effects of bushfire smoke and particle pollution.

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Chocolate Eggs
Easter Safety

April 1, 2015

Seasonal Concerns

Whether you are heading to the beach, camping, spending the day by the pool, or having a few beers with mates surrounding a seafood barbecue, make sure you ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.

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As Valentine’s Day approaches
Valentines First Aid

February 10, 2015

General Health-Related

We know it doesn’t sing 'love' however, disaster can still occur and in a matter of only a few seconds, your romantic evening can result in a personal misadventure.

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A Sting in the Tale
Treating stings and bites at the beach

January 20, 2017

Bites and Stings

First aid treatment for bites and stings from creatures in the sea is important, not just for pain relief, but because they could cause a severe allergic reaction and anaphylaxis.

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Strapping Foot
First Aid in Summer

June 28, 2017

General Health-Related

Whether it’s in the form of a pool or a beach, getting wet is one of the best ways to stay cool during the hot summer months.

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Teddy
Your Child Benefits from Learning First Aid

February 25, 2019

First Aid Training

Given that situation, what are the things you should know to maximise your child’s first aid learning—and thus, have your child reap the fruits of early first aid knowledge?

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Group CPR
CPR in Real Life

May 29, 2019

First Aid Training

Have you viewed similar scenes in a movie or TV show, and thought, Wait—could they really pull this off in real life?

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