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SGFIRSTAID
Sep 8, 20226 min read
How to resuscitate a child
Below is the full detailed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) sequence for infants (babies under 1 year old) and children. It's highly...
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SGFIRSTAID
Sep 8, 20223 min read
How to stop a child from choking
Children, especially those aged 1 to 5, frequently put items in their mouths. This is how they normally explore the world. Small things,...
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SGFIRSTAID
Aug 25, 20223 min read
Nose Bleed: What to do
Why Is My Nose Bleeding? A nosebleed can be caused by a number of factors. The most prevalent reason is dry air, which can be caused by...
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SGFIRSTAID
Aug 19, 20225 min read
Cardiac Arrest vs Heart Attack
The terms heart attack and cardiac arrest are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. Heart attack and cardiac...
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SGFIRSTAID
Aug 19, 20224 min read
What is an AED?
AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator. It is a small, portable medical device that delivers an electrical shock to the heart...
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SGFIRSTAID
Aug 17, 20223 min read
What is DRSABC
DRSABC is a mnemonic/acronym used in first-aid training to help you remember how to respond in a medical emergency. The DRSABC Action...
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SGFIRSTAID
May 10, 20225 min read
What Is an Asthma Attack?
An asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms caused by the tightening of muscles around your airways. This tightening is...
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SGFIRSTAID
Jan 31, 20224 min read
COVID-19 and Heart Disease: How to Keep Your Heart Healthy
COVID-19 is more likely to cause severe symptoms in those who have cardiac problems. What can they do to ensure that they are as secure...
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SGFIRSTAID
Nov 25, 20213 min read
Heimlich Maneuver: What you need to know
The Heimlich maneuver is a procedure used to assist a conscious, choking person who is unable to speak. The procedure forces air out of...
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SGFIRSTAID
Nov 15, 20213 min read
First Aid for Burns
According to the World Health Organization, liquid, hot tap water, or steam burns account for nearly 75% of all burns in young children....
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SGFIRSTAID
Nov 10, 20214 min read
Nose Bleed and how to Overcome it
Nosebleeds are common, and many of us will experience one at some point in our lives. The manner in which the nosebleed usually occurs...
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SGFIRSTAID
Oct 26, 20212 min read
5 Steps to First Aid
Someone in need of assistance? When you provide First Aid to anyone, you are considered the "first responder"! You are compelled to...
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SGFIRSTAID
Oct 18, 20213 min read
Choking - infant under 1 year
An in-depth guide to Infant Choking First Aid.
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SGFIRSTAID
Oct 11, 20214 min read
Choking: First Aid Step By Step
A step-by-step guide explaining what to do in a choking emergency.
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SGFIRSTAID
Oct 11, 20213 min read
Restart Hearts with the use of AEDs
Everything you need to know about AEDs, including their importance, usage, maintenance, and how they can make a critical difference.
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SGFIRSTAID
Sep 9, 20212 min read
Automated External Defibrillator: How To Use
AEDs are life-saving devices used for analysing & resetting heart rhythm in cardiac arrest cases.
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SGFIRSTAID
Sep 9, 20212 min read
CPR :Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (Step By Step)
A Step-by-Step Guide to CPR
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SGFIRSTAID
Aug 31, 20213 min read
DRSABC Action Plan
The DRSABC Action Plan is an important guide when administering first aid.
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