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.
July 1, 2022
Charts
A chart that outlines how to identify an opioid overdose and provide first aid in the event of an opioid overdose.
June 30, 2022
Seasonal Concerns
Many Queenslanders are familiar with severe storms, which can include storm surges, thunderstorms, and tornadoes. It is important to keep yourself and your loved ones safe during storms, as they can cause falling debris and asthma attacks.
June 29, 2022
General Health-Related
Vitamins and minerals are essential parts of our food, as they assist with bodily functions like fighting infection. Sometimes, people cannot get all the vitamins and minerals they need. In these cases, vitamin and mineral supplements may be necessary.
June 28, 2022
How-To
Hypothermia occurs when a person is in a cold environment that has a lower temperature than their body. It is important to know first aid for hypothermia, as it can result in death.