First Aid Brisbane Southside

02/09/2020

Looks like we will have to get some new training toys soon!

19/03/2020

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29/10/2019

Adrenaline (epinephrine) is lifesaving medication for someone experiencing a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).

Antihistamines may help some allergic symptoms, such as rash or itching, but they do NOT stop the progression of anaphylaxis.

New research presented at the American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP) over the weekend showed that administration of antihistamines during anaphylaxis can cause more harm to a patient than good (https://bit.ly/348X8WX). It is thought that administering antihistamine during anaphylaxis can result in a delay in administration of adrenaline, and delay in seeking immediate medical care at the first sign of anaphylaxis.

If an unwell person is thought to be experiencing anaphylaxis because they have any ONE of the symptoms of anaphylaxis listed on the ASCIA Action Plan (https://bit.ly/2JtQhQc) then they should lay flat, and an adrenaline autoinjector - EpiPen® - MUST be used. An ambulance must then be called.

For more information about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis: (https://bit.ly/2BMjS35)

11/12/2018

Thunderstorm asthma - Better Health Channel

Thunderstorm Asthma is a Victorian government health campaign to highlight awareness of the risk of thunderstorm asthma in Victoria. Find resources that tell you what you need to know if a thunderstorm asthma occurs.

05/12/2018

It is that time of year again!

School holidays are fast approaching - don't forget to collect your child's adrenaline autoinjector from the school office on the last day of term. It is much better to keep it with you over the holidays than in the school office. Remember also to return it on Day one of Term 1, 2019.

20/11/2018

Stinger season has officially begun here in Far North Queensland, but we haven't heard about any sting victims this year - Don't be a victim!

Please wear a stinger suit and always swim between the flags or in stinger enclosures at patrolled beaches. It's as easy as that.

17/10/2018

Do YOU know how to help a choking victim? Warning, real footage.

02/07/2018

For our oxygen providers.

Would you be able to carry out a neurological assessment on an injured diver? Take our quiz to test your knowledge: http://bit.ly/2KHH7xO

27/06/2018

23/03/2018

21/03/2018

Yvonne Davis

Food allergy terror.