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 […]
If you want something to do this weekend get down to Avalon and check out the Volcom QVS starting from 7am. A safe, entertaining, fun way to spend a Saturday with family and friends. I have included a video of last years winner Jordan Lawler and the article from the Manly Daily to give you a glimpse of what to expect. Definitely […]
Any attempt at CPR is better than none at all ! ‘If people are unwilling or unable to do ventilations, they should at least do chest compressions.’ 17/03/2011- Revised national resuscitation guidelines highlight the need to get help as soon as possible, perform compressions before ventilations and give quality cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Issued by the Australian Resuscitation Council, the revised guidelines […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
