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First aid tips, kit guides and safety advice from the MediBC team.
How can I make my community space safe?
30 August 2021If you have responsibility for a community space such as a library or community café, you will know how important it is to make it safe for…
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How to prepare for moving to a remote area
19 August 2021If you’ve been a city slicker all your life and are now moving to rural Australia, you may feel daunted at the prospect. Living in remote areas…
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Checklist for first time campers
30 July 2021There’s a first time for everything, and that includes camping. We’ve put together our checklist for first time camping to show you how…
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How to make your office space safe
16 July 2021If you’re an employer or manager, you already understand the importance of safety at your workplace, including in the office. You can refresh…
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Why you need a Medical Snake Bite Kit
29 September 2020Reviewed by the Medibc First Aid Team — last updated May 2026. Australia is home to about 140 types of land snakes and around 32 kinds of sea…
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Your Survival Guide to Social Distancing
31 March 2020It's no secret that the world is currently in a state of overall anxiety. After all, there are a lot of unknowns and most people are scared to be…
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Bad Hygiene Be Gone! 4 Personal Practices You're Missing
10 March 2020Did you know that London researchers report that one million deaths a year could be prevented if everyone practised proper handwashing…
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How to Protect Yourself Against the Sun This Summer
25 February 2020The sun is wonderful, life-giving and also seriously dangerous. Every summer we flock to the beach and are so pleased to be back that we can overlook…
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The Purpose and Benefits of Using a Surgical Face Mask
3 February 2020We live in a world where airborne diseases, wildfires and hazards exist. This can make it a scary place to live in. However, on the plus side…
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Benefits and Purpose of Protective Eyewear
31 January 2020Research shows that more than 800,000 eye-related injuries occur on the job every year, with 36,000 being serious enough to require time off work. It…
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