First Aid Blog
Welcome to our blog! Here you can keep up-to-date with first aid news from Brisbane and across Australia, as well as what’s happening here at My First Aid Course—home of Brisbane’s best-rated first aid and CPR courses.
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First Aid Kit Essentials for Remote Areas: Packing for Safety
Drawing from my experiences as a scout leader (yes, ‘Be Prepared’ runs deep!), a trauma nurse in the fast-paced world of operating theatres, and my years as a first aid…
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Improvised First Aid Techniques for When You’re Caught Short
Ok, you’re out in the Australian bush, kilometres from help, and the unexpected happens. You might be well-trained in first aid, but what if you don’t have all the right…
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Navigating Wilderness Emergencies: What to do!
Drawing from my experiences as a scout leader (yes, ‘Be Prepared’ runs deep!), a trauma nurse in the fast-paced world of operating theatres, and my years as a remote first…
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Brisbane Defibrillator Training: Your 2025 Goal
2025 is the perfect time to commit to learning a skill that can save lives—using a defibrillator. Whether it’s in a busy shopping center, your workplace, or even at home,…
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COWS in First Aid: Your Guide to Understanding the Acronym and How It Saves Lives
Emergencies can be scary, right? But the key to handling them is simple: stay calm and follow a structured approach. If someone collapses or looks unresponsive, one method that can…
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What is an EpiPen?
How to Use an EpiPen: A-Step By Step Life-Saving Guide What is an EpiPen? An EpiPen® is an auto-injector that contains epinephrine, a medication used in emergencies to treat life-threatening…
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Asthma in Children: A Parent and First Responder’s Guide to Recognising and Managing Attacks
“When it comes to keeping little ones safe, every parent, teacher, and caregiver knows it can feel like a full-time job! In this childcare first aid blog series, we’ll dive…
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How Many Staff Need First Aid Training?
Why It Matters At My First Aid Course Brisbane, we believe first aid training is essential for everyone. But when it comes to businesses, figuring out the right number of…
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Saving Lives with Portable Suction Devices
As part of our ongoing series of articles looking into the complexities of advanced resuscitation techniques today we’re diving into a topic that might not be the most glamorous, but…
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How to Use an EpiPen: A-Step By Step Life-Saving Guide
What is an EpiPen? An EpiPen® is an auto-injector that contains epinephrine, a medication used in emergencies to treat life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis). These reactions can be triggered by insect…
