On the 14th of July, the Gold Coast Hinterland will be flooded with entrants participating in the 96 kilometre and 48 kilometre Kokoda Challenge. As is every year, there will be a range of skill levels and motivation amongst participants who endeavor to complete this grueling course. Whilst some are extremely experienced in events such […]
The flu season is here and already hospitals are treating confirmed cases of those suffering from influenza. In regard to influenza, unfortunately there is no quick fix, the virus has to run its course. There are a few first aid tips that can help though.
Giaan recounted the harrowing event on her Instagram page and commended the actions of her husband who after following instructions from the 000-operator commenced CPR until the ambulance arrived and inadvertently saved their daughters life.
Do you know how to help in a car crash? Watch this video for some great tips! It’s common for first aiders and first responders to get it wrong in a car crash situation. Here are some important tips on the do’s and don’ts when attending a Motor Vehicle accident (MVA). Please remember […]
Australian Hearts – Working together so everyone gets a second chance at life Across the country, 41 Australians die from a sudden cardiac arrest every single day. This is 41 families each day losing a loved one – it could be a mother, father, grandparent, daughter or son. 41 hearts, 41 tragedies […]
What You Should Know About Agonal Breathing Agonal breathing is the medical term for the gasping that people do when they’re struggling to breathe because of cardiac arrest or other serious medical emergencies. The desperate gasping for air is usually a symptom of the heart no longer circulating oxygenated blood, or there is an interruption […]
It’s the middle of summer, which means the chances of succumbing to heat exhaustion are higher than ever! Heat exhaustion is caused due to a large loss of salt and water from the body, usually due to excessive sweating. Those that aren’t used to the heat and humidity, those that are already unwell and […]
Today is International Restart a Heart Day which is an initiative created by the European Resuscitation Council and sponsored by the Council of Ambulance Authorities here in Australia and New Zealand. Restart a Heart Day is all about getting the message out there that with the right first aid information and techniques, it is actually […]
Many people assume first aid is all about the physical treatment of patients and whilst a large percentage of the skills we teach in our First Aid courses are to do with the body, we do acknowledge the importance of looking after the mind as well. In traumatic situations, the patient’s mental well-being needs to […]
Watch the full video of Infant CPR and choking featuring advice and tips from our CEO and chief trainer, Scott Whimpey. With the arrival or pending arrival of any new baby comes a mixed bag of emotions from sheer joy to absolute fear that something will happen to them. This wide range of feelings and […]
