March 20, 2023
Danger
Lightning radars are used to track electrical activity during storms. They can be used to prepare for damage to electrical networks and to reduce your risk of a lightning strike. Lightning strikes can cause severe long-term impacts, such as difficulty thinking and concentrating.
March 17, 2023
Bites and Stings
In Australian households, there are a variety of bugs and other pests that can cause significant damage to your health, finances, and overall wellbeing. It this article, we will acquaint you with 4 common pests in Australian households and how to prevent their population numbers from exploding.
March 16, 2023
Injury
From sharp, shooting pains to dull, throbbing aches, tooth pain can have many signs, symptoms, and types. Causes include infection, tooth decay, and grinding teeth. First aid relief strategies include taking painkillers, using clove oil, and rinsing with salt water. Taking a first aid course is essential for quickly addressing tooth troubles and providing relief.
March 15, 2023
Bites and Stings
A combination of heavy rainfall and hot weather had led to a cockroach infestation in Adelaide households. Not only do cockroaches bite people, but they can also trigger allergy symptoms and spread deadly diseases like E.coli, Salmonella, and even Polio virus.
March 14, 2023
Bites and Stings
The Dugite snake is one of the most common snakes in urban and semi-rural areas throughout southern Western Australia, including Perth. Like other types of Brown snakes, they have potent venom and are considered dangerous to humans.
March 13, 2023
First aid in the news
Coeliac Awareness Week aims to raise awareness about Coeliac disease, a chronic condition that makes the immune system react abnormally to gluten. Continue reading for more information on how you can get involved!
March 10, 2023
First Aid Training
Time-sensitive emergencies can place enormous stress on even the most effective first aider and cause them to make mistakes. We've written this article to help you understand the dos and don'ts of common first aid procedures, and protect the casualty from further harm.
March 9, 2023
Injury
Concussions are a serious brain injury that can have long-term effects if not treated properly. To ensure a safe return to play after a concussion, it is important to understand the risks of concussion, develop a recovery plan, and use strategies for returning to play safely. Additionally, obtaining a first aid certificate for brain injury recovery can be an important tool to help support a successful recovery. In this article, we will provide tips for bouncing back after a brain injury.
March 8, 2023
Seasonal Concerns
According to Asthma Australia, one in five people residing in Adelaide, the 'Garden City of Australia', live with hayfever and/or asthma. In this article, we’re going to cover both hayfever and asthma, and how to prevent symptoms to keep you safer.
March 7, 2023
Bites and Stings
Many homes in Brisbane are full of a variety of different spiders, and a bite from some of them could be life-threatening. This article will help you identify five of the most common spider species in Brisbane, learn how to treat their bites, and coexist peacefully.
March 6, 2023
First aid in the news
Endometriosis Awareness Month was started in 1993 to spread awareness about endometriosis, an inflammatory condition in which endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus. Find out how you can get involved!
March 3, 2023
Bites and Stings
Many people don't realise that the smallest of Australia's insects can be just as deadly as our larger species like Brown snakes and Great white sharks. Continue reading to learn how to identify and treat 5 of the most common insect bites in Australia.