First Aid Blogs

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Adult Burns in Australia: Common Causes, Compli...

Samantha Kerr

Adults are far from immune to accidental burns — and in Australia, the BBQ, the kitchen, and the DIY shed are where most of them happen. This guide covers the...

Adult Burns in Australia: Common Causes, Compli...

Samantha Kerr

Adults are far from immune to accidental burns — and in Australia, the...

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YOung child at risk of burn from pulling a kitchen jug by the power cord. Blog on burn prevention for kids in the home.

Child Burn Prevention: Hidden Burn Risks for Ki...

Samantha Kerr

Burns are a leading cause of injury in Australian children — and most happen at home, in ordinary rooms, during ordinary moments. This guide walks through your home room by...

Child Burn Prevention: Hidden Burn Risks for Ki...

Samantha Kerr

Burns are a leading cause of injury in Australian children — and most...

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Asthma Attack First Aid in Australia — What to ...

Samantha Kerr

Most people know to reach for an inhaler during an asthma attack. But what do you do when the inhaler isn't helping, the symptoms are getting worse, and you don't...

Asthma Attack First Aid in Australia — What to ...

Samantha Kerr

Most people know to reach for an inhaler during an asthma attack. But...

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BLOG Epipens, Anapens and Neffy adrenaline devices

Neffy vs EpiPen in Australia — Key Differences,...

Samantha Kerr

For decades, the EpiPen was the only adrenaline autoinjector available in Australia for anaphylaxis. That changed with the arrival of Neffy — a nasal spray that delivers the same medication...

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Neffy vs EpiPen in Australia — Key Differences,...

Samantha Kerr

For decades, the EpiPen was the only adrenaline autoinjector available in Australia for...

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How to Use an EpiPen in Australia — Step-by-Ste...

Samantha Kerr

An EpiPen sitting in a bag is only useful if the person holding it knows exactly what to do. Under the stress of a real anaphylactic reaction, hesitation costs time....

How to Use an EpiPen in Australia — Step-by-Ste...

Samantha Kerr

An EpiPen sitting in a bag is only useful if the person holding...

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Person suffering an anaphylactic reaction with swollen lips.

What does Anapylaxis look like?

Samantha Kerr

Anaphylaxis moves fast. Within minutes of exposure to a trigger, a mild reaction can escalate into a life-threatening emergency. Knowing the signs, knowing the steps, and having the right equipment...

What does Anapylaxis look like?

Samantha Kerr

Anaphylaxis moves fast. Within minutes of exposure to a trigger, a mild reaction...

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What to do if you see a car accident

Samantha Kerr

Being first at a car accident is one of the most stressful situations any Australian driver can face. Most people freeze. Knowing what to do in the first five minutes...

What to do if you see a car accident

Samantha Kerr

Being first at a car accident is one of the most stressful situations...

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