Life Saving First Aid

💡 Yes! You can still use a AED if the person you are performing CPR on has a pacemaker.

⚠️ However, you need to be careful where you place the pads!
❤️ Avoid placing a pad directly over the pacemaker or implantable device.
❤️ Place the pads slightly to the side or just above the device.
❤️ Leave a gap of at least 8 centimetres, this is about the size of a credit card.
❤️ It checks the heart and only gives a shock if needed, even with a pacemaker in place.

Acting quickly and confidently can save lives, so don’t hesitate. Follow us for more life-saving knowledge! 🤔🧠

🏢 🔨 An RSI can effect many people, from office workers to tradies. Simple, daily tasks such as typing, clicking a mouse or even playing a musical instrument can often cause them.

✌️ ❤️‍🩹 But there are steps you can take to avoid injury and signs to look out for that you might be getting impacted.

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🍎 Do you know the best way to stack your groceries and leftovers in the fridge to minimise the spread of bacteria? Take note so you can keep you and your family healthy.

🛒 Save this guide for next time you come home from the supermarket!

🧼 🛀 Your cleaning habits could be putting you or your family in danger! Mixing bleach and vinegar, commonly found in homes to tackle grime, can create harmful chlorine gas.

Always be mindful of what chemicals you are using in your home and be aware of the symptoms so you can have a clean home without the trip to the hospital!

😿☃️ Its important to keep in mind our furry friends during the colder months. The bonnet of your car can be mistaken for a warm shelter, leaving cats and other small creature in danger. �

Always double check by honking your horn or tapping your bonnet to scare any unwanted guests away.

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💓 😟 One in five adults in Australia can’t name any heart attack symptoms. We often get comments concerning whether the symptoms people are experiencing are a panic attack or a heart attack.

👯‍♀️ While there is some overlap, especially in women, there are some signs that can help you tell the difference. ��

🏥 Regardless of the outcome it is always better to advocate for yourself in front of a doctor. No one deserves to feel any of these symptoms, and you are going to be the one that cares about your health the most. Stay safe!

😓 Working outside of the typical 9-5 is having multiple negative effects on peoples health, but their gut is a particular problem.

🥡 Shift workers’ food choices and eating habits are shaped by nuanced circumstances often outside of their control. But if work places prioritise the steps necessary for better gut health, everyone wins!

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☕ Marshmallows are often served for kids at cafes. However, the size is similar to the airway of a child aged between 0 to 3. If swallowed whole, it can easily block the entire airway. Choking is silent. Your child can’t scream or cry for help.

👧 Keeping your kids safe starts with the right information, like follow and share for more child safety tips!

👭 💗 SCAD is the number one cause of heart attacks in women under 50. Young, fit women - especially those who have recently been pregnant are at risk. 🏃‍♀️

👩‍⚕️ Share this post to help spread awareness of SCAD and always remember to advocate for yourself if you are experiencing any of these symptoms, its better to be safe than sorry.

😋🍛 With meal prepping and cooking at home becoming more common, it's important to familiarise yourself with some food safety myths and facts so you and your family can stay safe!�🥫 Did you already know some of these facts? What surprised you? Comment below!