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Service of humanity starts at home for St John WA’s social media superstar
St John WA hosts distinguished international guest on whistle-stop tour
First Nations paramedicine scholarships offered at University of Notre Dame
St John WA scholarship winners bring new skills to regional communities
Celebrating a legacy: 120 years of Event Health Services
New pathway to develop WA’s future leaders with St John Academy
Bunbury placement a first for paramedicine students
End of an era for decades long friendship
Service of humanity uniting us across cultures
Bringing Christmas cheer to WA kids in need
When your boss tells you to write a social media post about yourself, the result is slightly awkward ... anyway, here goes! During my time at St John WA, I’ve been privileged to share stories of survival, even meeting a few survivors of sudden cardiac arrest along the way. People like James Mau who lives another day to continue his drives across the Nullarbor, and Joe Jeffries who continues to advocate for defibrillators at sporting grounds having survived not one, but two sudden cardiac arrests. Last year I set the goal of raising $1000 to go towards raising funds for community defibrillators, realising that it could be someone I love who needs one someday. So, I set about raising funds in the best way I know how, with a good old-fashioned bake sale, check out the results. ⬇️
Congratulations to Claire, Phil, and Abbey who have now completed their Australian Paramedical College - RTO 32513 (APC) Diploma in Emergency Health Care. 🚑 After being awarded the scholarship to study in 2022 all three have gone on to complete the Diploma and bring their learnings to their communities. The teams St John WA - Kalgoorlie-Boulder , St John WA - Kalbarri, and St John WA - Williams are so proud of their team members who continued to volunteer while undertaking their studies. Learn more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-scholarship-winners-bring-new-skills-to-regional-communities/
Looking for something educational during the school holidays? The Youth & Community Engagement team is at Warwick Grove Shopping Centre today and tomorrow 9:30am to 3:30pm educating people about the Chain of Survival and the St John Action Plan. Head on down to participate in some fun activities and learn life-saving first aid skills. 🩹
For some abalone is a shell-ebration of fresh and delicious seafood, and while we don't want to be party poopers, we've got to remind you to stay safe. If you're planning on shelling out a portion of your day for these mouth-watering molluscs remember to check out Surf Life Saving WA and Recfishwest for all the tips and tricks to stay safe while sourcing your seafood. Check them out ⬇️ https://www.mybeach.com.au/coastal-safety/abalone/
It's that time of year again. Volunteering WA have announced that nominations for the 2025 RAC WA Volunteer of the Year are open. We're still on a high after St John WA’s Peter Geraghty was named RAC WA Volunteer of the Year last year after more than 43 years of extraordinary service to the Wheatbelt community. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18TquC11af/
Not sure what to do as an ambulance approaches? Don't worry, we've got you covered. - Slow down - Keep to your left - Don't panic Following these simple steps will help us help those in need. 🚑 Remember paramedics are professionally trained to drive under emergency conditions and make their way safely through traffic, so don't do anything dangerous like run a red light or move into the path of oncoming traffic. 🛑
It's another HOT one WA 🥵. With temperatures hitting scorching heights and the UV index set to sizzle, we want you to slip, slop, slap and stay hydrated. If you’re driving somewhere to escape the heat, remember to stay alert on our roads - it's not just the double demerits you should be worrying about on the public holiday. ☀️ 🚗
It's time to wrap up 2024 and we can’t help but look back on the year that was. We reached 11,283 AEDs at 9211 locations, with 3238 of those being accessible 24/7 on the community network, thousands of school children exposed to first aid, our partnership with Convo Australia, heart-warming stories of survival, a revamped First Responder App, and so much more. We can’t wait to see what 2025 brings. We hope you all have a fun and SAFE start to your new year and remember St John WA staff and volunteers out tonight are there to keep you and the community safe, so please treat them with kindness so they can keep treating those in need. 💚
Avoiding heat-induced conditions is crucial to staying safe during a heatwave. Check out paramedic Matt's tips for beating the heat. Helpful resources ⬇️ 🧑⚕️HealthyWA: https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/ 📲 Health Direct: 1800 022 222 or https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ 🚑 Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
Today’s full of sunshine, good food, and shenanigans, so make sure you stay safe. Sometimes celebrating doesn't go quite to plan, so if you become sick or injured and it's not an emergency, visit the friendly team at St John Urgent Care. They provide medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses (even during the festive season). 💚 By visiting Urgent Care you can avoid the emergency department and save Triple Zero (000) for those who need it most. https://brnw.ch/21wPCSm
The smallest member of the green team reminded Santa of his wish to become a paramedic for the second year in a row. 🎅🏻 Harrison loves all things St John WA, thanks to his dedicated mum and dad who serve in green, and we can't wait to have him join us formally one day. PS - keep your eyes on socials for more of Harrison over the holiday period.
This year we introduced our partnership with Convo Australia, which has allowed us to better serve the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community. We want to wish all in the community a happy and safe holiday period and remind all that the service is still available across our ambulance and health care centres. If you used the service we'd love to get your feedback so we can continue to roll out initiatives that better serve the entire WA community: https://stjohnwa.getfeedback.com/r/17UUFlfH
Event Health Services (EHS) have hit a major milestone, celebrating 120 years of service. Starting out on this day in 1904 originally known as the St John Ambulance Brigade, the team has come a long way in supporting the community. From ANZAC Day parades and footy games, to school fetes and community events, they do it all to ensure the public remains safe. Thank you to all EHS team members past and present, your contributions mean more than you know. 💚 https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/celebrating-a-legacy-120-years-of-event-health-services/
We know it's a busy time of year, which is why it's vital we remember never to leave vulnerable people (or pets) in a locked vehicle. It only takes moments for heat to become life threatening. Resources for the hot weather ⬇️ 🧑⚕️HealthyWA: https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/ 📲 Health Direct: 1800 022 222 or https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ 🚑 Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
It's HOT. Stay safe while enjoying the silly season and take Matt's tips for seasonal safety to heart. Don't forget the handy resources the help you beat the heat ⬇️ 🧑⚕️HealthyWA: https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/ 📲 Health Direct: 1800 022 222 or https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ 🚑 Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
Planning to cool off in the water? Paramedic Matt wants to remind you to stay safe, and remember the other resources available to help beat the heat. Resources ⬇️ 🧑⚕️HealthyWA: https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/ 📲 Health Direct: 1800 022 222 or https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ 🚑 Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
Stay safe WA, the heat is rising. Temperatures continue to soar and we want to ensure you stay as safe as possible. Check out what Matt has to say to beat the heat. Resources ⬇️ 🧑⚕️HealthyWA: https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/ 📲 Health Direct: 1800 022 222 or https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ 🚑 Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
You asked and we listened. Opportunities for young people to get involved with St John WA are now possible at the St John Academy. A new youth program designed for WA secondary school students aged 12-17 years, giving them the opportunity to sharpen their leadership, wellbeing and health skills through a new program designed to build the state’s future leaders. Learn more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/new-pathway-to-develop-was-future-leaders-with-st-john-academy/
Seizures can be caused by many factors so knowing what to do when one occurs is vital. - Follow DRSABCD and the patient’s seizure management plan, if there’s one in place. - DO NOT - Restrain or restrict movement. - Put anything in their mouth. - Move them, unless in danger. - Protect from environment: move furniture, cushion head and shoulders. - Ensure the airway is maintained. - Record the duration of the seizure. Check the link for what to do after a seizure and for information on when to call Triple Zero (000). https://stjohnwa.com.au/online-resources/first-aid-information-and-resources/seizures-and-epilepsy
It isn't easy being wheezy. 😮💨 Changes in weather can greatly impact asthma so refresh your knowledge of what to in the case of an asthma attack. 1. Follow DRSABCD St John WA Action Plan. 2. Sit the person comfortably upright. Be calm and reassuring and don’t leave the casualty alone. 3. Help the person to take 1 puff of their blue/grey reliever medication and take 4 breathes. 4. Repeat step 3 until 4 puffs of the reliever have been given – 1 puff at a time, with 4 breaths after each puff. 5. Wait 4 minutes – if the person still cannot breathe normally, give 4 more puffs as above. 6. If the person still cannot breathe normally, call Triple Zero (000) for an ambulance. 7. Keep giving 4 puffs every 4 minutes (as above) until medical aid arrives. Learn more about asthma first aid: https://stjohnwa.com.au/online-resources/first-aid-information-and-resources/asthma-attack
Stay safe WA. ☀️Temperatures are soaring and the UV index is set to sizzle, so we want you to slip, slop, slap, seek shade and stay hydrated. 🚗 Be safe on our roads. If you’re driving somewhere to escape the heat, remember to stay alert on our roads. 🩺 If you have an illness or injury that is urgent, but not an emergency, St John Urgent Care is open late and ready to help. 🚑 Save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
Edith Cowan University (ECU) paramedicine students Mikaela Muller and Nicholas Durrant have undertaken a two-week placement at the two Bunbury sub centres thanks to collaborations between ECU, St John WA, and Department of Rural Health South West. They're getting hands on experience, seeing what the teams encounter day-to-day, and combining their theory and practical knowledge with the team. We hope they have a blast and feel more inspired than ever to continue their studies. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/bunbury-placement-a-first-for-paramedicine-students/
It’s getting hot in here, so take off excessive clothes … No seriously it's part of first aid for heat-induced conditions. Check out the immediate first aid steps below. · First things first follow DRSABCD · Lie the person in a cool environment or in the shade · Loosen and remove excessive clothing. · Send for an ambulance if not improving quickly https://stjohnwa.com.au/online-resources/first-aid-information-and-resources/heat-induced-conditions?srsltid=AfmBOopi5yHaUb9J2KnpNRwMx6fRCb_6JLb74ESahzqeEQ_OFWf-dvLa
After 20+ years on the road, Rhonda Saville is stepping down from her full-time role with St John WA. Rhonda started as a paramedicine apprentice with Debra Daniels in 2004 and the two have formed a strong friendship over the years. They may not work side by side again, but their close bond remains. Thank you for your dedication Rhonda! 💚 Learn more about Rhonda: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/end-of-an-era-for-decades-long-friendship/
It's International Volunteers Day (IVD), and we're grateful for all the volunteers who make up our St John WA family. Volunteers like Suchi, Shu Yin, and Ranga, who've made WA their home and dedicated their time to serving the local community with pride. Check out their journey and why they volunteer with St John WA 👇. IVD is a reminder that no matter where we're from in the world, and despite cultural differences, we're all united by the service of humanity. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/service-of-humanity-uniting-us-across-cultures/
That's a wrap on the 2024 Giving Tree. 🎁 A staggering 581 gifts were donated from team members across WA for the Anglicare WA elves to sort and send off to children across the state, just in time for Christmas. Over the years, the partnership with Anglicare WA has collectively brought more than 3500 gifts to children and young people facing challenging times during the festive season. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/bringing-christmas-cheer-to-wa-kids-in-need/
