Recently Published First Aid Articles

5 Tips for Better Sleep and Building Healthy Sleeping Habits
5 Tips for Better Sleep

June 14, 2022

How-To

Many people are deprived of good quality sleep. This is concerning, as sleep is essential to our physical and mental wellbeing. Improving the quality of your sleep is as simply as changing a few lifestyle habits.

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Asian Woman with Dental Trauma
What is Dental Trauma

June 9, 2022

Injury

Ignoring a dental injury can cause serious long-term effects on the mouth and increase the risk of permanent damage. It is essential to get checked out even if it is believed not to be a cause for concern.

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How to Treat Poisoning
How to Treat Poisoning

June 17, 2020

Danger

Every year thousands of Australians seek medical attention due to either being poisoned outdoors or in the home, which is why our team have provided these valuable tips for poison safety.

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Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation

June 13, 2022

Disease

Sleep deprivation is not getting the required amount of sleep for your body to function correctly. Long-term lack of sleep can affect your health and quality of life. As such, it is important to adopt good sleeping habits.

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Flu Vaccine Ingredients
What is in the Flu Vaccine - Ingredients

June 10, 2022

Virus

Flu viruses can change their surface structure from one year to the next. As such, new flu vaccines are developed each year. Flu vaccines comprise numerous ingredients that aid their development, purity, and efficacy.

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Flu Vaccination Side Effects
Flu Vaccination Side Effects

June 13, 2022

Virus

Every year, new flu vaccines are developed to protect against fresh strains of the flu virus. Flu vaccines can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe. Speak with your doctor if you have any concerns about receiving the flu vaccine.

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Responding to Heart Problems in Children

June 13, 2022

Disease

Heart problems are the leading cause of death in Australian children. As such, it is important to understand how to prevent, identify, and manage symptoms of heart problems in children. This will help avoid serious complications.

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Second Man with Muscle Cramp Causes Treatments
Muscle cramps and spasms

June 10, 2022

Injury

Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in the muscles. The exact cause of muscle cramps is unknown. However, they are usually caused by overuse of the muscle, though they can be caused by underlying health conditions.

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Do Not Assume any Hike will be Danger or Accident Free

June 10, 2022

Danger

Hiking is best enjoyed when everyone looks out for their safety and that of others. Even a trek planned by seasoned hikers is not without risk. All members of a hiking party are vulnerable to minor inconveniences, such as scrapes, sunburn, and insect bites, as well as more serious perils, such as fractures, heat strokes, and anaphylactic shock.

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What Happened to the Flu 2020 2021
What Happened to the Flu in 2020 & 2021?

June 10, 2022

Virus

This year, the flu is hitting Australia hard. We've lost our natural immunity against the flu, as it all but disappeared for the last two years. It is important to understand why the flu disappeared, so we can manage the current flu season.

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Hydrofluoric Acid Burn
Hydrofluoric Acid Burns

June 10, 2022

Injury

Hydrofluoric acid is a chemical used in many Australian workplaces. It can cause chemical burns and other serious injuries. First aid training is vital for understanding how to manage symptoms of hydrofluoric acid exposure.

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Frustrated Woman Lying Next to Snoring Man
What Is Sleep Apnoea?

June 10, 2022

Disease

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder ranging from mild to severe in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Untreated sleep apnoea has a negative impact on your overall physical and mental health. As such, it is important to understand how to prevent, identify, and manage the symptoms of sleep apnoea.

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