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Measles: What Every New Parent and Teacher Must Know

Australia was declared free of measles in 2014 thanks to widespread vaccination coverage. However, measles is still common in many countries, and recent measles cases have primarily been linked to international travellers. In 2024 a measles outbreak in Canada caused the county to lose its measles-free status. Measles elimination isn’t absolute, and the low number of measles cases in Australia doesn’t mean a resurgence of measles is impossible. In fact, a regional measles outbreak in WA in 2025 had more than 75 cases of measles reported. 

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Caravan and Camping First Aid Kits: Essential Items, Supplies, and Skills for the Wilderness

Camping first aid keeps smaller problems from spiralling into big ones, and big ones from turning into tragedies when professional help is hours away. Remote area first aid uses all the same principles as standard first aid, but with a greater focus on stabilising someone who is injured or ill over a longer period of time until they can get the medical assistance they need.

If you’re planning to head out for a hiking adventure or for some caravanning or camping, first aid is an essential skill you need to bring with you. From the techniques to treat injuries to having a fully stocked camping first aid kit, here’s everything you need to take with you so you can be prepared for when the unexpected strikes.

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How to Perform CPR Rescue Breaths: The Importance of Rescue Breathing in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation First Aid

CPR rescue breaths keep oxygen flowing to a person’s brain when they stop breathing or their heart stops beating. Working in tandem with chest compressions, CPR rescue breaths form the full range of cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques that can increase a victim’s chances of survival by double or even triple. In instances of cardiac arrest, drowning or overdose, CPR rescue breaths can help keep someone breathing until emergency help arrives.

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Babysitter First Aid: A Guide to Childcare First Aid and CPR For Babysitting

Sometimes babysitter first aid is the only difference between a confident caregiver who knows how to act when things go wrong, and one who just stands by helplessly. Accidents can happen in seconds when caring for young children, infants, and babies, and your babysitter’s response in those first few critical moments determine what happens next. Having a babysitter with first aid skills and knowledge can keep things from getting worse and potentially save a child’s life.

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Diverse group of medical students practicing cpr on a medical manikin during first aid and CPR training in a hospital or clinic setting

First Aid and CPR Certification: Earn Both in One Accredited First Aid Course!

Life-threatening emergencies don’t wait until it’s convenient for you, you need to know first aid and CPR before they happen. Whether you’re at home, at work, or out and about, having the skills to provide first aid and perform CPR could mean the difference between life and death for someone you care about. Our comprehensive first aid and CPR certification course can equip you with the life-saving skills to respond when someone gets seriously hurt.

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Who Needs Group First Aid Training? Onsite First Aid Course Benefits

Group first aid training is the perfect way to get your whole workplace team trained up and compliant at the same time. But it’s not just for people who work together, there are so many other groups who can stand to benefit from a group first aid training course. 

Toddler getting a measles vaccination by a paediatrician
Measles: What Every New Parent and Teacher Must Know

Australia was declared free of measles in 2014 thanks to widespread vaccination coverage. However, measles is still common in many countries, and recent measles cases have primarily been linked to international travellers. In 2024 a measles outbreak in Canada caused the county to lose its measles-free status. Measles elimination isn’t absolute, and the low number of measles cases in Australia doesn’t mean a resurgence of measles is impossible. In fact, a regional measles outbreak in WA in 2025 had more than 75 cases of measles reported. 

camping first aid basics
Caravan and Camping First Aid Kits: Essential Items, Supplies, and Skills for the Wilderness

Camping first aid keeps smaller problems from spiralling into big ones, and big ones from turning into tragedies when professional help is hours away. Remote area first aid uses all the same principles as standard first aid, but with a greater focus on stabilising someone who is injured or ill over a longer period of time until they can get the medical assistance they need.

If you’re planning to head out for a hiking adventure or for some caravanning or camping, first aid is an essential skill you need to bring with you. From the techniques to treat injuries to having a fully stocked camping first aid kit, here’s everything you need to take with you so you can be prepared for when the unexpected strikes.

man-using-mouth-to-mouth-technique-on-dummy-during CPR rescue breaths
How to Perform CPR Rescue Breaths: The Importance of Rescue Breathing in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation First Aid

CPR rescue breaths keep oxygen flowing to a person’s brain when they stop breathing or their heart stops beating. Working in tandem with chest compressions, CPR rescue breaths form the full range of cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques that can increase a victim’s chances of survival by double or even triple. In instances of cardiac arrest, drowning or overdose, CPR rescue breaths can help keep someone breathing until emergency help arrives.