Awareness days are important events through the yearly calendar that help educate and empower all of us to take a more meaningful role in supporting our health and the health of those around us. Here are some important cardiac health days and what they’re all about. World Heart Day – 29 September This is an […]
AEDs (Automatic External Defibrillators) come in two main types – semi-automatic (SAED) and fully-automatic (FAED). Here’s a quick guide on the differences between these two types of AED and how to choose the right defibrillator for your needs. The Semi-Automatic Defibrillator (SAED) SAEDs offer the user a little more control and require you to take […]
Australia is well-known for being a bushfire country, but after the devastation of the record-breaking bushfire at the beginning of 2020 which killed at least 33 people, destroyed 11 million hectares of land and killed countless animals, we want to do all we can to raise awareness on preventing fires and staying safe. Preparing Your […]
Want to make sure that you, your family and colleagues know what to do in an emergency situation? CPR and defibrillator training is a great start! Our HeartSmart program, includes all the information you need to provide life-saving assistance in the event of a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) during COVID-19. Being Prepared – Know What […]
In recent years, plant-based diets have become a significant trend, with sales of plant-based foods in the USA alone jumping 27% during 2020, and the global market for these products reporting a compound annual growth rate of 10.2% by 2027. And Australians are on board with this trend too, with demand for plant-based proteins increasing […]
While it’s important to maintain healthy blood pressure levels at any time, it’s even more important during the coronavirus pandemic. This is because medical research is showing that people with high blood pressure are in a higher risk category to experience the impact of the virus, even more so if you are over 65. We’ve […]
You may think that you are more likely to receive life-saving care if you experience a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) in a crowd or busy area – but the opposite is actually true. This is due to the bystander effect; a natural phenomenon where the greater the number of bystanders, the less likely any individual […]
