June 10, 2022
Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in the muscles. The exact cause of muscle cramps is unknown. However, they are usually caused by overuse of the muscle, though they can be caused by underlying health conditions.
June 10, 2022
Hiking is best enjoyed when everyone looks out for their safety and that of others. Even a trek planned by seasoned hikers is not without risk. All members of a hiking party are vulnerable to minor inconveniences, such as scrapes, sunburn, and insect bites, as well as more serious perils, such as fractures, heat strokes, and anaphylactic shock.
June 10, 2022
This year, the flu is hitting Australia hard. We've lost our natural immunity against the flu, as it all but disappeared for the last two years. It is important to understand why the flu disappeared, so we can manage the current flu season.
June 10, 2022
Hydrofluoric acid is a chemical used in many Australian workplaces. It can cause chemical burns and other serious injuries. First aid training is vital for understanding how to manage symptoms of hydrofluoric acid exposure.
June 10, 2022
Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder ranging from mild to severe in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Untreated sleep apnoea has a negative impact on your overall physical and mental health. As such, it is important to understand how to prevent, identify, and manage the symptoms of sleep apnoea.
June 15, 2021
First aid training can instil people with the skills to save a life. However, like a lot of skills, knowledge of proper first aid technique can wane over time. For this reason, it is important that all first aiders refresh their skills regularly.
June 9, 2022
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that affects the lungs, nose, and throat. Though the flu generally only causes mild symptoms, it can lead to serious health complications among certain high-risk groups.
June 8, 2022
Regular physical activity is important for staving off a variety of physical and mental conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and anxiety. Despite this, many Australians are not meeting minimum exercise guidelines on a daily basis.
June 8, 2022
An inquest into the death of a young boy at an Adelaide school has found that the first aid response was "hampered by panic and communication difficulties." As such, it has raised questions about whether South Australian teachers are aptly equipped to deal with first aid emergencies.
June 7, 2022
Here in Australia, cold and flu season is well and truly upon us. Though the common cold and the flu have many similarities, there are some key differences to look out for to guide your treatment and recovery.
September 16, 2013
Many people undertake first aid training as a requirement of their job. However, first aid training can provide numerous benefits to people outside of the workplace. First aid training can help you spot hazards and save lives.
February 2, 2021
Without intervention, a victim of cardiac arrest can be brain-dead within 4 to 6 minutes and dead in 10 minutes. Intervention with an AED has improved the odds of survival by an astounding 600 per cent.
