MediBC Blog
Making the world a safer place — practical first aid tips, kit guides and safety advice from the MediBC team.
Sports Tape & Strapping Techniques Guide for Australian Athletes
10 May 2026Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. Around 36,000 Australians a year end up in hospital from a sport injury, and…
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Workplace Eye Safety & Eyewash Stations: WHS Guide
27 April 2026Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. Almost 50,000 eye injuries happen in Australian workplaces every year, and...
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Splints & Fracture First Aid: Immobilisation Guide
11 April 2026Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated April 2026. Around 170,000 Australians are admitted to hospital each year with a fracture…
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Trauma Kits for High-Risk Workplaces: Australian Guide
30 March 2026Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated March 2026. Australian workplaces with high-consequence hazards — construction…
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Spider bites in Australia: first aid, symptoms and when to worry
30 May 2024Reviewed by the MediBC First Aid Team · Last updated June 2026 · Aligned with ANZCOR and healthdirect guidance...
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Stay safe with our defibrillator checklist
15 May 2024If you have a defibrillator in your community or workplace, it should be inspected regularly. ...
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Your guide to falls prevention and treatment
30 April 2024Did you know that, according to the AIHW (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare), falls are the leading cause of hospital stays…
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The 5 first aid apps you need on your phone
15 April 2024Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. First aid is an essential skill that can help save lives. While nothing beats…
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How to do an audit of your workplace first aid kit
1 April 2024Did you know that businesses must carry out an audit of their first aid kit once every 12 months? ...
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First aid terms explained
19 March 2024Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. If you’re keen to increase your first aid skills, you’ll need to…
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