MediBC Blog
Making the world a safer place — practical first aid tips, kit guides and safety advice from the MediBC team.
First aid for floods
31 January 2023Flood season is upon us, so it makes sense to prepare for their effects. ...
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What first aiders need to know about blood pressure
16 January 2023Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. Blood pressure that’s too high or too low can lead to serious medical…
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How to help someone with heat exhaustion or heat stroke
6 January 2023Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. While we head into summer, it’s good to know what to do to help someone…
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First aid tips for a safe Christmas
30 December 2022Christmas should be a time of joy and happiness, but accidents and illnesses can still happen. That’s why we’ve put together this…
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The new app that connects CPR trained people with emergencies
30 November 2022Wouldn’t it be great if trained professionals could get to emergencies much faster than they do right now? If you wouldn’t have to…
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First aid myths busted
30 September 2022Did you know that there are a lot of first aid myths out there that could do more harm than good? ...
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Water safety: Know the risks and what to do if someone is drowning
15 September 2022It’s no surprise that Australia is a nation of water lovers since we are blessed with so many natural resources. But are you fully aware of…
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Allergic reactions 101
30 June 2022The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy says...
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Work-related injuries: What you need to know
20 June 2022The latest stats from Safe Work Australia show that there were over 120,000 serious claims for injuries at work in 2019-20. ...
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Are you prepared for an emergency?
30 May 2022Emergencies like fires, floods or extreme weather events can strike at any time. ...
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