Dehydration is a common condition that can affect anyone, although small children, pregnant women, older adults and people with chronic conditions are at greater risk. While moderate dehydration can be treated on site with the right first aid, severe dehydration can be potentially life threatening.
Personal protective equipment or PPE is any clothing or equipment worn or used by workers to reduce health and safety risks. Common types of PPE include face masks, hard hats, safety classes, safety harnesses and respiratory protective equipment.
Heat and cold therapies have been used for centuries for treating injuries and managing pain. Naturally, heat and cold have different effects on the body so the different treatments shouldn’t be used interchangeably.
Medical tape is used by health professionals for treating injured muscles, dressing wounds, preventing sports injuries and supporting recovery. It’s an essential component of first aid kits for health clinics, workplaces, sports clubs, schools and more.
CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is an essential first aid skill that can save lives in a medical emergency. Like most skills you don’t use on a regular basis, your memory and competence with CPR decreases as time goes on. That’s why it’s crucial for first aid providers to refresh their CPR skills regularly.
Chronic wounds are a growing problem in Australia, affecting over 420,000 of us every year. Raising awareness around wound prevention, treatment and management is an important first step to finding long term solutions.
Exposure to cold conditions can cause a person’s body temperature to drop, sometimes life-threateningly low. Knowing how to spot the signs of hypothermia and deliver fast and effective first aid is crucial. In this guide to hypothermia first aid, we discuss the signs of hypothermia, who’s at risk and how to provide first aid in an emergency.
Face masks are one of the best ways to protect against the transmission of airborne particulates – including airborne viruses such as COVID-19. However, not all face masks are the same. The N95 is one of the best rated face coverings when it comes to respiratory protection.
Whether you’re camping with your family, with a school group or on your own, it’s important to have the right first aid supplies with you to deal with any emergencies that arise.
Proper cleaning and sanitising of surfaces is essential for preventing the spread of infectious disease and protecting the health of the community.
