MEDIA ALERT
For Immediate Release: Tuesday 6th 2010
Vital Public First Aid Information
St John is the leading provider of First Aid Services
First responders will be on hand this weekend at Schutzenfest!
If you are out and about at events this weekend, keep ‘a look out’ for the St
John First Responders, who give up their time to look after you at community
events such as Schutzenfest being held this weekend.
With the heat again upon us and high temperatures forecasted, St John recommends
the following first aid advice to ensure that you are informed of the correct
first aid information for the heat conditions
Be aware of the symptoms of heat stress –
some of which could include
persistent headache,
nausea and vomiting, faintness, fatigue, and pale cool clammy skin
If you are with someone who is affected by heat stress, aim to lie the casualty down in a cool
place with circulating air
Remove unnecessary garments and sponge with cold water
Give fluids to drink
If outdoors wear light loose fitting clothing, a wide hat, plus apply and re-apply sunscreen
Keep your fluids up by drinking plenty of water – avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks
In high heat conditions, stay indoors and limit outdoor activities where possible
Call 000 it is important to seek medical aid if the casualty vomits or if the casualty does not recover
promptly!
“The heat wave conditions are a timely reminder that we should all be correctly
trained in First Aid knowledge, and these skills need to be refreshed on a
regular basis, so we know what to do in an emergency situation” states St John
Executive Manager Marketing and Communications, Carol Raye.
For more information contact:
Simon Walter [Regional Superintendent]
Carol Raye
Metro South Region
Executive Manager
Event Commander Schutzenfest
Marketing Communications
St John Ambulance SA Inc
St John Ambulance SA Inc
Mobile:
0428 992 044
Mobile: 0439 381 923
St John is a not-for-profit organisation working for the service of the
community.
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