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Interview with Professor Peter Morley about basic life support for adults in the community during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Virus

Virus

Prof. Morley discusses basic life support during COVID-19

There is some published evidence throughout the world that there are some delays associated with the concern about COVID and even evidence in Victoria suggesting some delays may have resulted in halving of the hospital survival rate for these people who have cardiac arrests out of hospital.

After a shark attack, the gravest danger is bleeding out
Danger

Danger

Bleeding out is the danger following a shark attack

After a shark attack, the greatest risk is bleeding out. Stopping the bleed is a priority in shark attack first aid. You can bleed out from an amputated limb in under 5 minutes.

Elderly Australians like to remain at home and live as independently as possible, with one in four people over 85 checking into a community home.
General Health-Related

General Health-Related

Creating a better future for elderly Australians

What are the living conditions of our senior citizens like? And what constitutes a happy, healthy environment for elderly Australians to live out the rest of their long lives?

Asthma Buddy app for iPhone and Android gives asthma sufferers easy access to their action plans, as well as other emergency information and more.
First Aid Equipment

First Aid Equipment

Asthma Action Plan for Your Phone

The National Asthma Council Australia developed the Asthma Buddy app which quickly proved popular with the whole asthma community — from people with asthma and their families, to the doctors and nurses treating asthma.

Australia is the deadliest location in the world when it comes to fatalities directly associated with shark attacks.
Health Statistics

Health Statistics

3 species are responsible for fatal shark attacks in Australia

Australia is the deadliest location in the world when it comes to fatalities directly associated with shark attacks. In 2020, Australia recorded 22 unprovoked shark encounters — more than 38% of the worldwide total.

Michael Jackson's personal physician performed CPR before paramedics arrived to continue treatment for 42 minutes.
Disease

Disease

10 Famous Cardiac Arrest Deaths & One Survivor

Many celebrities are reported to have passed away due to cardiac events but there are very few famous cases of survival. This article tells of 10 well-known people who succumbed to sudden cardiac arrest and one very lucky survivor.

Risk factors for heart disease article header
Disease

Disease

Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

The more risk factors you have for coronary heart disease, the greater your chance of developing it. In Australia, 90% of people have at least one risk factor for heart disease.

Wasp stings are known to cause anaphylactic reactions.
Allergy and Asthma

Allergy and Asthma

Anaphylaxis is the most severe type of allergic reaction

Anaphylaxis, or anaphylactic shock, is a severe allergic reaction that can quickly become life threatening if not treated immediately. It can affect the skin, as well as the respiratory, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular systems.

How to perform CPR on a pregnant woman
CPR Resources

CPR Resources

How CPR is performed on a pregnant person

See how to perform CPR on someone pregnant in this guide. You can also go to specific guides on CPR for adults, children and infants. If you’re in an emergency, call (000).

How to perform CPR on infants
CPR Resources

CPR Resources

How CPR is performed on Infants

See how to perform CPR on an infant (under 12 months old) by following this guide. You can also go to other guides on CPR for children (1-8 years), adults and older children (over 8 years), and CPR during pregnancy. If you’re in an emergency, call 000.

How to perform CPR on children
CPR Resources

CPR Resources

How CPR is performed on a child

Find out how to perform CPR on a child (1-8 years old) by following this guide. You can also go to specific guides on CPR for adults and older children (over 8 years), on infants, and during pregnancy. If you’re in an emergency, call 000.

Being exposed to 50 volts of electricity or more, is enough to cause cardiac arrest.
Danger

Danger

Electrical safety tips for renovators and tradies

The following safety tips will provide a good reference to best practices for Australian renovators, tradies, and electricians.