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How you can spot a diabetic emergency and what you can do to help
26 October 2022If you know someone with diabetes, you’ll understand that they have to manage their condition carefully to keep healthy. If they don’t…
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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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Celebrate World First Aid Day This September
2 September 2022Did you know that World First Aid Day is celebrated on 10 September all over the globe? ...
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Know your wound care in Wound Awareness Week
16 August 2022Wound Awareness Week 2022 takes place from 15 to 21 August and is the perfect opportunity to brush up on your wound care skills. ...
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10 first aid emergencies to prepare for
29 July 2022Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. Dealing with first aid emergencies is easier if you’re prepared…
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Food poisoning: symptoms, treatment and how long it lasts
18 July 2022Food poisoning first aid: the symptoms to watch for, how to treat it at home, how long it lasts, and the warning signs that mean you should see a…
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Allergic reactions 101
30 June 2022The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy says...
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Workplace First Aid
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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