Virus
First Aid Training During Lockdown
Even when communities go into lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19, First Aid courses generally continue.
General Health-Related
Low Blood Pressure
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.
Disease
When symptoms suggest heart attack, waste no time calling 000
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.
Bites and Stings
Best Way to Remove Paralysis Ticks
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.
Disease
Sudden Cardiac Arrest – What To Do
Cardiac arrest is a medical emergency. The chances of survival diminish rapidly and will result in death within 10 minutes. Even if you are not trained in CPR first aid, any attempt at resuscitation is better than no attempt.
Danger
Australia’s oceans are home to the 3 most deadly sharks
Shark diversity in Australia is one of the richest in the world. Australian waters are home to the 3 most deadly sharks responsible for almost all recorded shark attacks in Australia, namely the Great Whites, Tiger Sharks, and Bull Sharks.
How-To
Heat Stroke First Aid
Heat stroke is usually a result of working or exercising in a hot environment. Core body temperature can rise to dangerously high levels within 10–15 minutes. Left untreated, heat stroke can damage the brain, heart, kidneys and muscles.
First Aid Training
First aid treatment for stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency that can have severe repercussions. If you suspect stroke, time is of the essence. Do not delay calling 000 for help.
Seasonal Concerns
How do heat exhaustion and heat stroke differ?
Despite their similar signs and symptoms, it’s important to understand the differences between heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke, the most serious of heat-induced illnesses.
Bites and Stings
Top 10 most dangerous spiders in Australia
Australia is home to some of the world's most venomous spiders. Spider bites can cause serious illness and even death due to the toxicity of the venom and by triggering anaphylaxis. Should your condition begin to deteriorate, contact a medical facility immediately.
CPR Resources
What is Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation – CPR, for short – is a game-changer when a person's heart has stopped beating. Despite its effectiveness, the technique itself is relatively simple.
Bites and Stings
Staying Safe from European Wasps
Around 33% of Australian hospital admissions are for bee or wasp stings. These stings account for more than twice the number of hospital admissions for snake bites, and cause almost the same number of deaths.