USAP TAYO: Do you know 'First aid'? Why is it important

In cases of emergency, it's handy to know CPR and how to respond when someone is injured.

In cases of emergency, it's handy to know CPR and how to respond when someone is injured. Credit: Getty Images

In emergencies where someone is injured, choking, or having trouble breathing, knowing first aid can save a life. But when should you use it?


Key Points
  • Almost half (45%) of child injury incidents that result in hospitalisation occur at homes in Australia.
  • In 2024, 15 children aged under five drowned in Australia, with two out of five or 40%, occurring in backyard pools and 27% in bathtubs.
  • Only one in four parents update their CPR and first aid skills every year.
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USAP TAYO: Do you know 'First aid'? Why is it important

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