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November 17, 2011

First Aid and CPR Saves Lives

First aid and the myths that cost livesRead more: http://www.smh.com.au/national/health/first-aid-and-the-myths-that-cost-lives-20110831-1jlty.html#ixzz1dvoNnxTp Bystanders often feel helpless when they see somebody collapse or get injured, but knowing just a little about the basics could transform the chances of survival, writes Lissa Christopher The young marathon runner was still lying face down and showed no signs of life when Penelope Little arrived. “As soon […]

August 24, 2011

First Aid in the Fitness Industry

Gyms under spotlight after man’s death Updated August 18, 2011 12:56:00 Video: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-08-17/melbourne-gym-death-findings-released/2844062 Coroner calls for first aid training in gyms (7pm TV News VIC) A Victorian coroner is calling for greater regulation of the fitness industry after the death of a 29-year-old man at a Melbourne gym. David Thomas went without CPR immediately after suffering a heart attack in 2007 […]

August 20, 2011

Northern Beaches First Aid – Anytime and Anywhere

AMBULANCE REPORT: Seeing stars in the gutter 7 Aug 11 @ 12:00am by Gordon Aspinall OSCAR Wilde once said: “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.” A man, 41, was certainly seeing stars when we were called to an address at Manly on Thursday, July 28, where he was rolling around […]

July 12, 2011

First Aid at home – First Aid Courses – Northern Beaches.

First aid at home Dr Andrew Rochford joins TODAY with advice on how to become better equipped in dealing with accidents at home. To view the webpage: http://today.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=1010419 Just about everybody will need access to a first aid kit at one point, so, the key to optimal safety is preparation. Always have a well-stocked first aid kit handy and be […]

June 28, 2011

First Aid and CPR course saves a life.

First Aid and CPR Course Saves Lives: Why It’s Essential In today’s world, where unforeseen accidents and medical emergencies can happen anytime, having the knowledge and skills to administer first aid and perform CPR can be the difference between life and death. A basic first aid and CPR course is more than just a skill; it’s a lifeline. In this […]

May 30, 2011

1 Day First Aid course – Febrile Convulsions

Simple Instruction has found another great article from The Childrens Hospital at Westmead. At many of my First Aid courses many people have not heard of Febrile Convulsions, this has prompted me to put this article up. If you would like to learn more about emergency First Aid. Enrol in one of Simple Instructions Apply First Aid or Perform CPR courses […]

May 9, 2011

Training for an Anapen?? First Aid and CPR courses available.

How do I use the Anapen®? There are 4 main steps. REMOVE Anapen and DO NOT touch needle. Massage injection site for 10 seconds. The needle does not retract completely and may cause a needle stick injury. The used Anapen may be placed in a suitable plastic container. What should I do after giving the Anapen®? You should always call […]

February 3, 2011

Sydney Morning Herald Sun Run and Cole Classic – Dee Why and Manly

Photos of the Sun Run and Cole Classic 🙂 The beautiful Northern Beaches of Sydney will be alive this weekend with many people taking part in the Dee Why to Manly Sydney Morning Herald Sun Run on Saturday the 5th of February 2011 followed by the Sydney Morning Hearld Cole Classic Swim on Sunday the 6th of February 2011 […]

January 18, 2011

Huge surf causes spinal injuries – Manly Daily

17 Jan 11 @ 04:24pm – Manly Daily – http://manly-daily.whereilive.com.au/news/story/huge-surf-causes-spinal-injuries/ (not actual picture from the article – great use of the spinal board though) TREACHEROUS surf conditions across the NSW coast resulted in the biggest number of spinal injuries in one weekend that the northern beaches has seen in over a decade. Waves up to three metres high with wave […]

January 13, 2011

BlueBottles – Bondi and Northern Beaches Affected

After a dramatic weekend with Bluebottles up and down the Northern Beaches from Manly to Palm Beach it is important to refresh ourselves in how to treat such stings. What to do: Keep the patient calm and at rest. Reassure and monitor. Remove the tenatacle with your fingers tips (you won’t get stung on the finger tips). Rinse with seawater. Place […]