October 23, 2014
Bites and Stings
Only the female biting midge bites. She does this by breaking the victim’s skin and injecting saliva that prevents the blood from clotting. She then consumes enough protein from the blood to help develop a batch of eggs.
October 8, 2014
Danger
Being in the sun can be fun, but taking precautions to ensure safety from diseases and other sicknesses is nessessary.
December 1, 2014
Seasonal Concerns
Ladders are not the only cause of injuries in the festive season. For example, last summer, 23 New Zealanders visited hospital emergency with a plastic cricket bat injury
November 4, 2014
Danger
To provide a safe environment for yourself and your family, make sure you are aware of the possible dangers which exist in and around inland waterways
September 29, 2014
Allergy and Asthma
Hay fever is nothing to sneeze at, since untreated symptoms could lead to more serious health complications such as asthma or a severe allergic reaction.
December 4, 2014
Danger
When you see a lightning flash and less than 30 seconds later, you hear thunder, it's too close for comfort. When a person is struck by lightning, dial 000 for emergency medical help. The victim will not retain an electrical charge, so it's safe to touch them.
December 17, 2014
Seasonal Concerns
Unfortunately, road accidents and fatalities over the Christmas period are often significantly worse than the rest of the year.
December 18, 2014
General Health-Related
As we enter the silly season of alcohol consumption and overindulgence, it can be a tough choice between taste and satisfaction or the all out belly blowout.
January 9, 2015
Allergy and Asthma
Bushfires release harmful gases, including carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, carbon dioxide and a range of organic compounds. This affects the air quality, irritating sensitive airways and triggers asthma. Children, the elderly, smokers, and people with existing heart and lung conditions, including asthma, are usually the first to feel the effects of bushfire smoke and particle pollution.
April 1, 2015
Seasonal Concerns
Whether you are heading to the beach, camping, spending the day by the pool, or having a few beers with mates surrounding a seafood barbecue, make sure you ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.
February 10, 2015
General Health-Related
We know it doesn’t sing 'love' however, disaster can still occur and in a matter of only a few seconds, your romantic evening can result in a personal misadventure.
January 20, 2017
Bites and Stings
First aid treatment for bites and stings from creatures in the sea is important, not just for pain relief, but because they could cause a severe allergic reaction and anaphylaxis.