First aid articles for First Aid Course Melbourne

Adrenaline auto-injectors are designed for easy access and use with simple instructions

Allergy and Asthma

How does an adrenaline auto-injector work?

The first line of treatment for an anaphylactic reaction is the injection of adrenaline using an epinephrine auto-injector, such as an EpiPen or AnaPen.

If cold or fever like symptoms follow a bite from a mosquito, the person should seek medical attention immediately

Bites and Stings

First Aid for Insect Bites and Stings

Insect bites and stings can cause allergic reactions. This can result in severe symptoms ranging from hives and swelling of the throat, face and lips, to shock, abdominal cramping, nausea and vomiting, through to breathing problems.

A white cross on a green background is the internationally accepted symbol for first aid.

First Aid Equipment

International First Aid Signs

First aid is a priority where medical intervention is needed — no matter the location. Signage the world over has been designed so you can recognise and understand it, regardless of the language spoken.

We are committed to the safety of our students, their loved ones, and the wider community. As such, we have implemented safety recommendations to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Virus

Our COVID Safe Plan

We are committed to the safety of our students, their loved ones, and the wider community. As such, we have implemented safety recommendations to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

In 2019 the average life expectancy in Australia for a male at birth was 81.5 years, and for a female, 85.4 years.

Health Statistics

How is Australia ranking for Life Expectancy?

Life expectancy continues to improve for most Australians while the life expectancy gap between men and women continues to narrow. But where does Australia rank compared to the rest of the world for life expectancy?

When 38 year old chimpanzee, Ockie, collapsed at Rockhampton Zoo, one female chimp began pumping her hands on his chest, in exactly the right place over his heart

CPR Resources

5 Lives Changed by CPR

Browsing news stories related to CPR reveals people from around the world, calling on their knowledge of first aid to resuscitate another person in need.

Danger

Bushfire – when to stay and defend your home

Staying to defend your home when bushfire threatens, can put your family at risk. This article discusses the relevant considerations. Always put your safety first.

The skills you learn in first aid are of undisputed value to any institution

First Aid Training

First Aid can Lead to a Better Job

Learn why first aid training matters in the scheme of Australia’s continuing professional development (CPD), how first aid training is a prerequisite for certain professions—and, ultimately, why first aid training is sure to improve your job prospects.