Bites and Stings
3 Most Common Cockroaches in Adelaide
A combination of heavy rainfall and hot weather had led to a cockroach infestation in Adelaide households. Not only do cockroaches bite people, but they can also trigger allergy symptoms and spread deadly diseases like E.coli, Salmonella, and even Polio virus.
Bites and Stings
The Dugite Snake of Western Australia
The Dugite snake is one of the most common snakes in urban and semi-rural areas throughout southern Western Australia, including Perth. Like other types of Brown snakes, they have potent venom and are considered dangerous to humans.
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Coeliac Awareness Week
Coeliac Awareness Week aims to raise awareness about Coeliac disease, a chronic condition that makes the immune system react abnormally to gluten. Continue reading for more information on how you can get involved!
First Aid Training
6 Common First Aid Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Time-sensitive emergencies can place enormous stress on even the most effective first aider and cause them to make mistakes. We've written this article to help you understand the dos and don'ts of common first aid procedures, and protect the casualty from further harm.
Injury
Rebounding From a Concussion: Strategies for Returning to Sports
Concussions are a serious brain injury that can have long-term effects if not treated properly. To ensure a safe return to play after a concussion, it is important to understand the risks of concussion, develop a recovery plan, and use strategies for returning to play safely. Additionally, obtaining a first aid certificate for brain injury recovery can be an important tool to help support a successful recovery. In this article, we will provide tips for bouncing back after a brain injury.
Seasonal Concerns
Hayfever Season Adelaide
According to Asthma Australia, one in five people residing in Adelaide, the 'Garden City of Australia', live with hayfever and/or asthma. In this article, we’re going to cover both hayfever and asthma, and how to prevent symptoms to keep you safer.
Bites and Stings
Spiders in Brisbane
Many homes in Brisbane are full of a variety of different spiders, and a bite from some of them could be life-threatening. This article will help you identify five of the most common spider species in Brisbane, learn how to treat their bites, and coexist peacefully.
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Endometriosis Awareness Month
Endometriosis Awareness Month was started in 1993 to spread awareness about endometriosis, an inflammatory condition in which endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus. Find out how you can get involved!
Bites and Stings
How to Treat 5 Common Insect Bites in Australia
Many people don't realise that the smallest of Australia's insects can be just as deadly as our larger species like Brown snakes and Great white sharks. Continue reading to learn how to identify and treat 5 of the most common insect bites in Australia.
Danger
Wilderness First Aid: Tips for Surviving in the Wild
Wilderness first aid is an essential skill for anyone who plans to spend time in the great outdoors. This guide will cover identifying and treating common injuries, staying healthy in the wild, responding to emergencies, and the benefits of taking a wilderness first aid course. Knowing what to do in an emergency can help you stay safe and healthy during your time in the wilderness.
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What is the March Charge?
The March Charge is an initiative run by the Cancer Council annually. It encourages people to get fit and active, and raise money for cancer research while they’re at it. This article is going to help you understand exactly what the March Charge is, and how you can get involved and make a difference this year.
Bites and Stings
Adelaide Mosquitoes and the Viruses They Transmit
In Adelaide and South Australia, the rain and heat have created the perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes, leading to an explosion in mosquito borne diseases across the state. In this article, we discuss how to identify, treat, and avoid the most common mosquito borne diseases in Adelaide and South Australia.