March 30, 2020
Virus
Certificate holders in first aid and CPR can find themselves asking questions like "What should I do if I encounter someone suffering acute respiratory failure who may be infected with the Coronavirus?"
October 23, 2020
Virus
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.
September 17, 2021
Danger
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.
March 12, 2019
General Health-Related
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?
December 3, 2013
First Aid Equipment
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.
September 12, 2021
Health Statistics
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.
July 7, 2014
Disease
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.
November 19, 2021
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.
September 25, 2013
Allergy and Asthma
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.
July 13, 2021
CPR Resources
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).
July 7, 2021
CPR Resources
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.
July 7, 2021
CPR Resources
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.