July 8, 2022
First Aid Training
Compared to other adults, the elderly are more prone to injuries, as they have less coordination, energy, and strength. These injuries include cuts, bruises, and falls, and they can cause ongoing issues. As such, if you care for the elderly, it is important to know first aid.
July 7, 2022
Disease
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that causes a thick membrane to develop in an infected person's throat and tonsils. It is important to know the causes, symptoms, and transmission of diphtheria, as it can be fatal if left untreated.
July 7, 2022
Disease
Epileptic seizures occur when the brain's activity is disturbed, and they can be caused by brain injuries, infections, and family history, among others. It is important to know first aid for epileptic seizures, as they can cause people to hurt themselves.
July 6, 2022
Charts
A handy chart outlining how to administer an adrenaline auto-injector in the event of an anaphylactic reaction.
July 6, 2022
Bites and Stings
The term midge refers to many difference species of tiny flies. Female midges tend to bite, as they need blood to reproduce. It is important to know first aid for midge bites, as they can result allergic reactions like blistering.
July 5, 2022
Charts
A handy and informative chart outlining how to provide first aid in the event of a febrile convulsion in a child.
July 5, 2022
Mental Health
Mental fitness is just as important as physical fitness. Just like our muscles, our minds need to be exercised in order to stay healthy. Mental fitness is important for children because it can help them to cope with difficulties in their lives.
July 5, 2022
General Health-Related
Vaping has been touted as a safer alternative to smoking, and it has even been marketed as a way to stop smoking. However, vaping is not without its risks, and the use of vaping devices has been linked to increased risks of addiction and heart disease.
July 4, 2022
Mental Health
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on everyone’s mental health. The constant stress of the virus has left many people feeling anxious. However, there are things you can do to improve your mental health after COVID-19.
July 3, 2022
Danger
Winter is well and truly upon us, and many people are taking advantage by heading to the snow. Though the snow provides a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, it does pose its own unique risks. It's important to know these risks to safeguard your wellbeing.
July 2, 2022
Mental Health
Mental health and mental fitness are two important topics that are often confused with one another. However, there are also some key differences between the two. It is important to look after our mental fitness so we can handle adversity.
July 1, 2022
Danger
Alcohol is a big part of Australian social and cultural tradition. Many of us turn to a glass of wine or bottle of beer to wind down after a long day at work. However, it's important to know the principles of safe drinking, as people can and have died from intoxication.