Charts
First Aid Chart | Opioid Overdoses
A chart that outlines how to identify an opioid overdose and provide first aid in the event of an opioid overdose.
Seasonal Concerns
Severe Storm Safety
Many Queenslanders are familiar with severe storms, which can include storm surges, thunderstorms, and tornadoes. It is important to keep yourself and your loved ones safe during storms, as they can cause falling debris and asthma attacks.
General Health-Related
Are Vitamin Supplements Necessary?
Vitamins and minerals are essential parts of our food, as they assist with bodily functions like fighting infection. Sometimes, people cannot get all the vitamins and minerals they need. In these cases, vitamin and mineral supplements may be necessary.
How-To
First Aid for Hypothermia
Hypothermia occurs when a person is in a cold environment that has a lower temperature than their body. It is important to know first aid for hypothermia, as it can result in death.
Disease
Alzheimer's and Dementia Explained
Many people use the terms Alzheimer's and dementia interchangeably. Though these conditions both cause degenerative issues in the brain, they are not the same. It is important to know their differences, so that you can take preventative action.
Pets
Wound Care for Cats
Cats are prone to injuries. Some injuries can be treated at home, while others need a formal veterinary diagnosis and treatment. It is important to know basic wound care for cats, as these injuries can become infected and lead to ongoing complications.
Disease
The Top 3 Most Common Health Issues in Women
Many health conditions present differently in women, compared to men. Some conditions are also unique to women. It is important to understand the symptoms of common health issues in women, so that you can proactively safeguard your wellbeing.
How-To
Restless Legs Syndrome | First Aid
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system disorder. People living with RLS experience strange sensations in their legs, and an uncontrollable urge to move their legs. It is important to know first aid for RLS, as it can lead to sleep deprivation.
General Health-Related
Keeping Mum’s Heart Safe From Attack
Heart attacks occur when the heart muscle does not get enough blood, which causes it to die. Unbeknownst to many, women and mums are often struck down by heart attacks. It is important to know the symptoms, so that you can keep your mum safe.
How-To
First Aid for Nappy Rash
Nappy rash is a form of dermatitis that occurs when the skin is exposed to moisture for prolonged periods of time. Nappy rash can be very uncomfortable for children and even cause infection. As such, it is important to know first aid for nappy rash.
Danger
Baby Proofing 101
Baby proofing is the act of implementing safety features and removing hazards in your living spaces to maximise the safety of children and babies. Baby proofing is important, as children aged 0-4 have the highest rates of injury death.
How-To
First Aid for Aortic Dissection
An aortic dissection occurs when blood rushes through a tear in the inner layer of the aorta. This can cause the inner layer to split from the middle layer, and result in aortic rupture. As such, it is important to know first aid for aortic dissection.