KEY TAKEAWAYS DRSABCD is an acronym used in first aid to guide providers when helping a sick or injured person. It stands for Danger, Response, …
KEY TAKEAWAYSThe White Tailed spider is a common species in Australia.White Tail spiders are not among the most poisonous spiders in Australia.Claims of necrotic ulcers …
Only two Australian spiders, the Redback spider and the Sydney Funnelweb, have ever killed people with a bite in the last two centuries, and antivenoms …
First Aid For Spinal InjuryWhat is the first aid treatment for spinal injury?First aid for a spinal injury or a suspected spinal injury involves the …
What Are Shin Splints?If you’re an athlete or engage in repetitive activities, you must know the risk of repetitive strain sports injuries. Shin splints are …
What Are Repetitive Strain Injuries?Repetitive stress/strain injuries (RSIs) result from repetitive movements, forceful exertions, awkward postures, or prolonged exposure to vibrations. These injuries typically affect …
Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders on Earth, affecting about 3% of Australians. But regardless of how common epilepsy is (compared to …
KEY TAKEAWAYSIbuprofen and paracetamol have different mechanisms of action.Paracetamol is a commonly used painkiller with minimal side effects.Ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory drug effective for inflammation-related …
Although often confused, panic attacks and anxiety attacks are two very different things. A panic attack is a sudden burst of intense fear and anxiety, …
If you are in First Aid training, you undoubtedly know the importance of keeping your workplace safe. But what does protecting your fellow workers look …
If you have ever had a stomach ache so bad that you could hardly stand the pain? You may have thought it was just a …
Boxing is a fast and furious sport with a high risk of injury. When you are in the ring, one slip-up or a carefully timed …
Thunder is one of the most foreboding sounds you’re likely to hear in everyday life. It indicates that a storm is approaching, and that in …
Your hip is one of the largest joints in your body and one of the most mobile. It is also a joint that supports a …
Shoulder injuries are common among people who play sports, lift weights, or participate in other vigorous activities that strain the shoulders. A shoulder injury can …
An Australian spider bite is common, but serious injury is rare. This guide explains how to identify several Australian spiders, what a spider bite looks …
Key Takeaways Anti-inflammatory tablets reduce pain and swelling from insect bites and stings but cannot treat serious allergic reactions or anaphylaxis.NSAIDs such as ibuprofen are …
Low voltage rescue (LVR) is the process of safely removing a person from contact with a live low voltage electrical panel and providing emergency care …
CPR and AED are life-saving first aid techniques used during cardiac arrest to help save lives before an ambulance arrives. When a person’s heart stops …
A sprain is a common soft-tissue injury that occurs when a ligament is stretched or torn, usually after a fall, twist, or sudden impact. Sprains …
