defibrillator

If you have a defibrillator in your community or workplace, it should be inspected regularly.

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The cardiac Chain of Survival is a series of steps that can improve the chances of survival of someone having a sudden cardiac arrest.

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Did you know that more than 1,200 people are killed and around 44,000 are seriously injured on Australian roads every year?

These shocking statistics are the reason for National Road Safety Week, which is designed to raise awareness of accidents...

Setting sail on a boat is a fun and usually a safe way to enjoy the beauty of the ocean. But accidents can happen, so it’s best to be prepared.

That’s why we’ve put together this guide to first aid at sea and on the water to keep you safe on the ocean waves.

We’re going to take a look at some...

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

If you manage a workplace, then you should know your responsibilities when it comes to first aid.

In this post, we’re going to outline your duties around the provision of first aid kits, facilities and staff training...

Sudden cardiac arrest affects around 30,000 Australians a year, with about 90% of cases ending in death.

In fact, deaths from sudden cardiac arrest are four times more likely than death from stroke and three times more common than death from major trauma (Source: takeheartaustralia...

Did you know that there are a lot of first aid myths out there that could do more harm than good?

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

If you’ve been tasked with setting up a first aid room at your workplace, you’ll want to make sure it ticks all the boxes.

But how do you know where to start and whether you’re including everything you need?

We’ve...

Most of us know roughly what a defibrillator is, but how many would know how to use one in an emergency?

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