Recently Published First Aid Articles

First Aid for Febrile Convulsions
Febrile Convulsions First Aid

June 15, 2022

How-To

A febrile convulsion is a fit or seizure that can occur when a child experiences a fever. It is important to know first aid for febrile convulsions, so that you can reduce your child’s discomfort.

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World Allergy Week
World Allergy Week

April 8, 2014

Allergy and Asthma

World Allergy Week highlights the severity of Anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is an acute, potentially life threatening hypersensitivity reaction. It is important to know first aid for anaphylaxis, as the reaction develops rapidly.

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Meaning and Importance of First Aid
Meaning and Importance of First Aid

January 15, 2021

First Aid Training

First aid is not just valuable in the workplace. It can help people become more attuned to potential hazards, to assess for the safest emergency response, and to prevent casualties from experiencing ongoing health complications.

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Sulphur-crested cockatoo sitting on a beautiful blooming jacaranda tree. Australian wildlife
Springtime in Australia is problematic for many people

October 14, 2019

General Health-Related

Springtime in Australia also means being exposed to elements that could prove problematic or even hazardous to your health. To help you keep yourself safe and healthy enough to enjoy the wonderful weather, take heed of this list of top 5 safety tips for when springtime comes rolling along.

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5 Tips for Better Sleep and Building Healthy Sleeping Habits
5 Tips for Better Sleep

June 14, 2022

How-To

Many people are deprived of good quality sleep. This is concerning, as sleep is essential to our physical and mental wellbeing. Improving the quality of your sleep is as simply as changing a few lifestyle habits.

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Asian Woman with Dental Trauma
What is Dental Trauma

June 9, 2022

Injury

Ignoring a dental injury can cause serious long-term effects on the mouth and increase the risk of permanent damage. It is essential to get checked out even if it is believed not to be a cause for concern.

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How to Treat Poisoning
How to Treat Poisoning

June 17, 2020

Danger

Every year thousands of Australians seek medical attention due to either being poisoned outdoors or in the home, which is why our team have provided these valuable tips for poison safety.

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Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation

June 13, 2022

Disease

Sleep deprivation is not getting the required amount of sleep for your body to function correctly. Long-term lack of sleep can affect your health and quality of life. As such, it is important to adopt good sleeping habits.

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Flu Vaccine Ingredients
What is in the Flu Vaccine - Ingredients

June 10, 2022

Virus

Flu viruses can change their surface structure from one year to the next. As such, new flu vaccines are developed each year. Flu vaccines comprise numerous ingredients that aid their development, purity, and efficacy.

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Flu Vaccination Side Effects
Flu Vaccination Side Effects

June 13, 2022

Virus

Every year, new flu vaccines are developed to protect against fresh strains of the flu virus. Flu vaccines can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe. Speak with your doctor if you have any concerns about receiving the flu vaccine.

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Mum and Child on Sofa
Responding to Heart Problems in Children

June 13, 2022

Disease

Heart problems are the leading cause of death in Australian children. As such, it is important to understand how to prevent, identify, and manage symptoms of heart problems in children. This will help avoid serious complications.

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Second Man with Muscle Cramp Causes Treatments
Muscle cramps and spasms

June 10, 2022

Injury

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.

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