Page 2 - Family & Home First Aid

Emergencies like fires, floods or extreme weather events can strike at any time.

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Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026.

If you’ve enrolled on a first aid course, then give yourself credit for taking an important first step to knowing what to do in a medical emergency.

To give you a head start, we’ve pulled together some first aid common...

If you witness someone close to you, a colleague or even a complete stranger having a seizure, it may leave you feeling powerless if you don’t know how to help them.
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Are you making the most of the late summer season? If so, you’re probably squeezing in as many trips to the beach as you can.

To enjoy the last days of summer to the max, follow our beach safety tips.

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Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026.

You may have seen the acronym DRSABCD (pronounced “Doctors A, B, C and D”) and know that it has something to do with administering first aid or emergency medical treatment.

When you have kids, minor accidents are an unfortunate fact of life. So it’s totally natural for you as a parent to have some basic first aid knowledge.

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It’s that time of year to let off steam and have some spooky fun. Whether you’re a parent of young kids or enjoy partying yourself, you’ll want to know how to make this one a safe Hallowe’en.

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Spring is finally here and there’s no better excuse to give your kitchen a deep clean and style revamp.

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Now that our thoughts are turning to spring and summer, most of us are keen to get outdoors to enjoy everything the new season has to offer.

Before you head off on your family’s next big adventure, whether that’s going for a trek or enjoying a beach day, spare a thought for safety.

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Any parent or parent-to-be wants to do everything possible to keep their little one safe and cared for.

So as well as the day-to-day stuff like nappies, clothes and toys, you’ll want to invest in a first aid kit that prepares you to deal with minor injuries and illnesses at home.

Get organised...