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Health Navigating medical emergencies 2023 Feature

Navigating Medical Emergencies

According to Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, only 56% of critically ill calls within urban areas of Gauteng receive a response within 30 minutes from public ambulances.
13 February 2024 | 3 minute read
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Trauma Assist

The Unsung Heroes

Accidents are sudden, unexpected, and often life-altering events. They strike without warning, leaving individuals in distress, injured, or even fighting for their lives. In these critical moments, it's the swift and skilled response of emergency responders and roadside ambulance care that can make the difference between life and death. These unsung heroes play a pivotal role in our society, and their value cannot be overstated
12 December 2023 | 2 minute read
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VAS Nurses to surgeons emergency care at your service Feature

From Nurses to Surgeons, Emergency Care at Your Service with Trauma Assist

With many of us trying to get the most out of our last long weekend before the end-of-year crunch, there will be much travelling over the Heritage Day long weekend to festivities, far-away homes and even a resort or two.
1 September 2023 | 3 minute read
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Heal Braai Injuries 2023 Feature

Beer, Burns, Butchery & Other Braai Injuries

With a whole weekend devoted to the sacred South African traditions of braaing, beer and butchery, there is a lot that can go wrong. From a slip of the knife to tumbling coals, we would like to ensure that you keep your Heritage Day Weekend free of major incidents.
1 September 2023 | 7 minute read
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Health Heart Disease in women and men 2023 Feature

Heart Disease for Two

For years, the scary numbers of heart disease sufferers pertained to men. Not anymore. Younger and younger women are developing one or other type of heart disease, more often.
31 July 2023 | 4 minute read
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Health Hypertension Feature

Hypertension Infographic

Blood pressure is measured with a simple, painless test that needs to be performed by a healthcare professional, but it is quick and does not require laboratory analysis. Download our infographic for more information.
10 October 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health Heat Emergency Feature

Heat Illness Emergency Infographic

Sun burn, dehydration and dizziness may not sound serious, but they can have deeply harmful, lasting effects on our bodies. Download our infographic to enjoy the summer sun safely.
10 October 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health Emergencies Feature

Preparation is the best prevention

Medical emergencies are terrifying. The fear and helplessness while someone is suffering, or possibly dying, can be paralysing. As your companion, we want to help. Together with ER24, we have put together these downloadable infographics that explain what to do in some of the most frequently occurring medical emergencies.
28 September 2022
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Health Seizure Feature

Seizures

Seizures can be alarming, but if you remain calm and use the information in this downloadable infographic, you will know what to do AND what not to do.
1 September 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health Quit smoking Feature

Quitting Smoking

We all know that smoking is harmful to our health. If you quit for good, that damage does not have to be permanent. See how quickly you can start to recover from the extensive damage done by smoking in this downloadable infographic.
1 September 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health Child ER24 Feature

Children's Emergencies

Children can’t always tell us what’s wrong. If your child or any child in your care seems unwell or in pain, rather be cautious and call for medical assistance.
1 September 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health Electrocuted Feature

Electrocution

The number of South Africans who are electrocuted every year has climbed in recent times and it is one of the most dangerous situations to treat. Ensuring that the source of the electricity has been turned off, and other key points are explained in this downloadable infographic.
1 September 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health Burn Safety Feature

Burn Safety

Children are at greater risk for burns and scalds in the home. Knowing what to do when your child is hurt is vital, but preventing them from getting hurt is safer. This downloadable infographic covers both prevention and treatment.
1 September 2022 | 1 minute read
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Health AED Feature

Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)

In cases of Sudden Cardiac Arrest, the correct use of an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) with CPR can increase the chances of survival from 9% to 50%. How to use an AED and where to find one in an emergency are explained in this downloadable infographic.
1 September 2022 | 2 minute read
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POWA web feature

The POWA Care Pack

People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) works to ensure the realisation of women’s rights and thereby improve women’s quality of life. POWA offer a safe haven for women and children who have escaped abuse and gender-based violence, and provide counselling and rehabilitation services to help make a lasting change in these women's lives. This downloadable resource guide is a portable companion that we have developed for POWA and everyone that needs a helping hand.
17 August 2022 | 2 minute read
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What you need to do if your child is choking

If your child starts to choke, will you know what to do? Thanks to ER24, this short video will help you learn how you could save your child's life. #IWishILearntThatInSchool – Part of our series supporting the youth.
27 June 2022 | 2 minute read
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Hands only CPR

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. Hands only CPR is without mouth to mouth breaths but can be just as effective as conventional CPR. We show you how to perform this technique to help save a life.
3 June 2022 | 2 minute read
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First aid checklist

Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items in the checklist to deal with emergencies.
17 November 2020 | 9 minute read
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Identifying emergencies

Learn how to prepare for, respond to and recover from many types of emergencies.
16 November 2020 | 2 minute read
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Er24 Accidents

ER24: What to do if you're in an accident

I had a car accident—now what? Keep yourself and others safe. Here is what you need to know.
12 November 2020 | 2 minute read
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ER 24: Call 084 124 for emergencies

When someone's life is in danger, get emergency medical care with ER24.
12 November 2020 | 1 minute read
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Epilepsy: Tips on what to do when someone suffers a seizure

What should you do when someone has a seizure? Get the lowdown on how to recognize epilepsy seizures and how you can help.
12 November 2020 | 1 minute read
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Be water safety savvy this summer

As we head into the December holiday period, remember to stay water wise. Our Trauma Assist benefit includes emergency medical response.
3 November 2020 | 2 minute read
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Dealing With Emergencies

Dealing with emergencies

Dealing with emergencies is made easier with our Trauma Assist benefit. Watch our video to improve your knowledge and save a life.
3 November 2020 | 3 minute read
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How to perform hands only CPR

This video demonstrates how to perform CPR. Learn some life saving techniques with this step by step tutorial.
12 October 2020 | 2 minute read
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