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Saving a life this summerWelcome to the 28 November 2008 Friday Bulletin
This week’s AboutSeniors Friday bulletin shares a serious message in a handy, downloadable format. In one simple PDF we have combined a checklist of first aid responses to help save a life should you be witness to heart attack, stroke, choking incident or severe burn. Our guide is NOT a substitute for taking a first aid course (and we list where you can do this as well), merely a reminder of the commonsense actions we should all know – but sometimes don’t. Print it out and keep it handy in the kitchen or bathroom, and feel free to send to relatives or friends or business colleagues.
We’ve also remembered your furry friends, with another downloadable guide to first aid for animals. Webmaster, Drew, is showing images from his recent Russian adventure, and our favourite Scot, Debbie, is sharing her recipes for Butter Biscuits – who says the Scots are miserly? Not us! And don’t forget this week’s trivia quiz – on 70s covers of some oldies but goodies. Don’t forget to….. Avagoodweegend David & Kaye Fallick Save a lifeKeeping calm under pressure is the first requirement if you are to help save a life, but if faced with a medical emergency, what would you be able to do? Saving your petLoved ones aren’t necessarily confined to the human variety – many of us consider a dog or cat or budgie to be a best friend. So here are some tips on first aid for furry friends. Credit card safety
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Sunday 30 November is St Andrew’s Day, patron saint of Scotland and Greece. Our very own patriotic Scot, Debbie shares her recipe for Rich Butter Shortbread and a Greek variation, Almond Biscuits. Be warned, neither of these recipes are for those watching their waistlines! BurnsQuick reaction when dealing with burns is vital to minimise the severity of the injury. Here is how to administer emergency first aid to a burns victim, as shared by Dr Fiona Wood, former Australian of the Year. ChokingA piece of food going down the wrong way can have serious consequences, and removing the airway blockage is the first step to saving the victim’s life. StrokeQuick medical attention can minimise the effectof a stroke. Cardiac arrestCardiac arrest occurs when the heart is starved of oxygen and is unable to pump blood. This can be caused by... TriviaThis week’s trivia quiz tests your knowledge of 70s covers of some oldies but goodies. |
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