First Aid

Follow the links below to find information on first aid, including first aid kits and equipment.

Reviewed January 2008

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Title:   Bites and stings - first aid
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   There are many Australian animal and insect species that bite or sting. In general, first aid should include bandaging the wound and keeping the person immobile until medical help arrives. Call triple zero (000) for an ambulance in an emergency and apply CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) if the person collapses or stops breathing.
Date:   Nov 2008
Title:   Bites and stings
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   In summer weather especially there are many biting insects around. There are some things you can do to help avoid your children being bitten.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Choking
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Choking is a risk for babies and young children. take care that your home does not have small things around that they can put in their mouths.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Burns and scalds
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   You have probably heard about children getting badly burned sometimes, but I wonder if you have thought about how easy it is to happen
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a combination of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and chest compressions that delivers oxygen and artificial circulation to a person whose heart has stopped. This is referred to as being in 'cardiac arrest' (caused by a heart attack). CPR can be life-saving first aid.
Date:   Aug 2008
Title:   Store
Publisher:   The Asthma Foundation of Victoria
Description:   Welcome to The Asthma Foundation of Victoria's online store.
Title:   Emergency Asthma Management course
Publisher:   The Asthma Foundation of Victoria
Description:   The nationally accredited Course in Emergency Asthma Management is designed to promote standardised protocols for treating an asthma emergency, raise awareness of asthma and emergency asthma management, promote development of an asthma policy and provide a registration protocol which enables access to reliever medication for first aid kits.
Date:   Aug 2008
Title:   First aid - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   This fact sheet lists a range of questions and answers on first aid. These questions were posted by visitors to the Better Health Channel and answered by a panel of experts, which includes general practitioners, nutritionists, physical activity professionals and other health and medical specialists.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   First aid kits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Your first aid kit should be properly stocked and available at all times. It's a good idea to keep a range of first aid kits handy in the home, in the car and at work.
Date:   Jun 2008
Title:   Partying safely - tips for teenagers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Partying is fun for people of all ages. Teenagers in particular like to party, which could include clubbing, attending a concert or festival, having a party at home or going to a party at a friend's house. Following a few tips and suggestions will help you stay safe when you're out having a good time.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Child safety - reducing injuries
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   You can never completely 'child-proof' your home. However, you can dramatically reduce the risk of injuries by making a few changes and keeping your child under constant supervision. In any emergency, dial triple zero (000) to call an ambulance.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Burns: how to treat
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   A burn is an injury to the body's tissue resulting from heat, chemicals, electricity or sunlight. The severity of a burn depends on the amount of tissue affected and the depth of the injury.
Date:   Dec 2007
Title:   Burns
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Some of the causes of burns include flame, UV radiation, hot liquids, electricity, lightning and certain chemicals. Major burns are a medical emergency and require urgent medical attention. In some cases, skin graft surgery is needed.
Date:   Oct 2007
Title:   European wasp
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Unlike a bee, which can only sting once, the European wasp can sting repeatedly. Around one in 10 people who are stung two or more times become allergic, which means they will experience severe reactions to any subsequent stings.
Date:   Oct 2007
Title:   Electric shock
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Injuries from an electric shock can include burns and disturbances to heart rhythm (heart failure) that could be fatal. It is vital to disconnect the power supply before trying to help a victim of electric shock.
Date:   Oct 2007
Title:   Heart Attack
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to resources about heart attacks.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Insect sting allergy
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   The most common allergic reactions to insect stings are those from bees, wasps and ants.
Date:   Apr 2007
Title:   Bee stings
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Learn how to prevent and treat bee stings.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   CPR for babies under 12 months
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   This Parenting in Pictures guide shows how to perform CPR including rescue breathing and chest compressions for babies under 12 months.
Date:   May 2006
Title:   How to stop choking - first aid
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   This Parenting in Pictures guide shows you what to do when a baby or child is choking.
Date:   May 2006
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