Posts by Remedy First Aid Training
DEFIBRILLATORS
A defibrillator is a medical device that is used to restore a normal heart rhythm in individuals who are experiencing cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest is a condition in which the…
Read MoreWorkplace First Aid Requirements
MAINTAINING A SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT IS CRITICAL FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF EVERYONE We get lots of questions about workplace first aid requirements and it is timely at the…
Read MorePOISONING
Poisoning occurs when a person is exposed to a substance in a sufficient quantity that can cause illness, injury or death. A poison can be any substance that causes harm…
Read MoreMental Health Matters
Mental health and illness can be a difficult topic for many, but it is so important that are talking about mental health and getting conversations started, and also that we…
Read MorePRESSURE IMMOBILISATION TECHNIQUE (PIT)
In Australia we live in a beautiful country with diverse landscapes and marine environments. This in turn means we are home to many animals great and small. Some of these…
Read MoreTHUNDERSTORM ASTHMA
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What is it? Thunderstorm asthma events are believed to be triggered by the combination of high grass pollen levels and a certain type of thunderstorm. This combination causes pollen…
Read MoreNOSEBLEEDS
Nosebleeds are very common in children and are rarely cause for concern. Common causes of nosebleeds are: Trauma to the nose caused by a bump or fall Dry air irritating…
Read MoreRestart a Heart
Restart a Heart Day is recognised on October 16th each year. This initiative aims to provide education and raise awareness on the importance of performing early CPR and defibrillation in…
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