first aid Archives

Video: Superbugs may be developing resistance to hand sanitisers

First Aid and Self-Care

Superbugs may be developing resistance to alcohol in hand rubs, an Australian study shows.

Video: Dental Health Week

First Aid and Self-Care, Healthy Living

Poor oral health affects more than your teeth. Dr Norman Swan explores dental hygiene and it's importance.

Bleeding gums

First Aid and Self-Care, Symptoms

Bleeding gums are something many people notice when brushing their teeth or flossing, however, healthy gums rarely bleed.

Nosebleeds

Colds and Flu, Ear Nose and Throat Health, First Aid and Self-Care, Respiratory Health, Symptoms, Winter health

What causes nosebleeds? How can I prevent them? What first aid measures can I use to stop a nosebleed? Find out here.

Sleep: what happens to your body

First Aid and Self-Care, Hormone Health, Sleep

Find out what happens to your body when you are asleep. Sleep has 2 distinct phases: REM and non-REM sleep.

Insomnia

First Aid and Self-Care, Sleep

Insomnia (not sleeping) is a problem that most people experience at some time or another. Find out more about insomnia and how to cope with difficulty sleeping.

Bad breath (halitosis)

First Aid and Self-Care, Symptoms

Most bad breath (halitosis) originates in the mouth and is caused by the breakdown of food by bacteria. Bad breath is especially common first thing.

Tick removal: First aid and prevention

Allergy, Dermatology, First Aid and Self-Care

Tick removal techniques that use tweezers run the risk of squeezing the tick – doctors now recommend freezing the tick while it's on the skin to avoid allergic reactions and tick-related illnesses.