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Flu Vaccination Side Effects
Flu Vaccination Side Effects

June 13, 2022

Virus

Every year, new flu vaccines are developed to protect against fresh strains of the flu virus. Flu vaccines can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe. Speak with your doctor if you have any concerns about receiving the flu vaccine.

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Responding to Heart Problems in Children

June 13, 2022

Disease

Heart problems are the leading cause of death in Australian children. As such, it is important to understand how to prevent, identify, and manage symptoms of heart problems in children. This will help avoid serious complications.

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Second Man with Muscle Cramp Causes Treatments
Muscle cramps and spasms

June 10, 2022

Injury

Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in the muscles. The exact cause of muscle cramps is unknown. However, they are usually caused by overuse of the muscle, though they can be caused by underlying health conditions.

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Do Not Assume any Hike will be Danger or Accident Free

June 10, 2022

Danger

Hiking is best enjoyed when everyone looks out for their safety and that of others. Even a trek planned by seasoned hikers is not without risk. All members of a hiking party are vulnerable to minor inconveniences, such as scrapes, sunburn, and insect bites, as well as more serious perils, such as fractures, heat strokes, and anaphylactic shock.

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What Happened to the Flu 2020 2021
What Happened to the Flu in 2020 & 2021?

June 10, 2022

Virus

This year, the flu is hitting Australia hard. We've lost our natural immunity against the flu, as it all but disappeared for the last two years. It is important to understand why the flu disappeared, so we can manage the current flu season.

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Hydrofluoric Acid Burn
Hydrofluoric Acid Burns

June 10, 2022

Injury

Hydrofluoric acid is a chemical used in many Australian workplaces. It can cause chemical burns and other serious injuries. First aid training is vital for understanding how to manage symptoms of hydrofluoric acid exposure.

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What Is Sleep Apnoea?

June 10, 2022

Disease

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder ranging from mild to severe in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Untreated sleep apnoea has a negative impact on your overall physical and mental health. As such, it is important to understand how to prevent, identify, and manage the symptoms of sleep apnoea.

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How Long First Aid Certificate Valid For
How Long is a First Aid Certificate Valid for?

June 15, 2021

First Aid Training

First aid training can instil people with the skills to save a life. However, like a lot of skills, knowledge of proper first aid technique can wane over time. For this reason, it is important that all first aiders refresh their skills regularly.

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How to Decrease Risk of Flu
Decrease Your Risk of Flu

June 9, 2022

Virus

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that affects the lungs, nose, and throat. Though the flu generally only causes mild symptoms, it can lead to serious health complications among certain high-risk groups.

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Healthy Diet and Regular Exercise

June 8, 2022

General Health-Related

Regular physical activity is important for staving off a variety of physical and mental conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and anxiety. Despite this, many Australians are not meeting minimum exercise guidelines on a daily basis.

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Adelaide School Tragedy Inquest

June 8, 2022

First Aid Training

An inquest into the death of a young boy at an Adelaide school has found that the first aid response was "hampered by panic and communication difficulties." As such, it has raised questions about whether South Australian teachers are aptly equipped to deal with first aid emergencies.

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Differences Between Cold and Flu
5 Differences Between Cold and Flu

June 7, 2022

Virus

Here in Australia, cold and flu season is well and truly upon us. Though the common cold and the flu have many similarities, there are some key differences to look out for to guide your treatment and recovery.

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