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Little legends celebrate launch of St John children’s book
This year’s Festival of Words in Perth’s Yagan Square saw the launch of St John WA’s children’s book, Land of Legends. Over two fun sessions, children got to hear stories from the book read by author Deb Fitzpatrick, and they also got to meet and chat with St John paramedic Derek Waller whose own story features…
Read MoreDo you know the signs of a diabetic emergency?
This National Diabetes Week we want you to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a diabetic emergency, whether it be for high or low blood sugar. Diabetes is a condition requiring daily management in order to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. There are three main types of diabetes, type 1, type 2 and…
Read MoreSt John WA and Fiona Stanley Hospital are joint finalists in CAA Awards 2022 for Virtual Emergency Medicine (VEM)
St John WA and South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS) are proud to announce Virtual Emergency Medicine (VEM) is a finalist in the Council of Ambulance Authorities Awards (CAA) 2022. VEM, an innovative initiative generated by FSH’s emergency department (ED), is a first service of its kind in Australia and has been revolutionising emergency patient care…
Read MoreAccolade for St John paramedic following gruelling gorge rescue
St John WA Community Paramedic Nic Chadbourne has been recognised for his part in a dramatic cliff rescue near Kalbarri in 2019. It was just before midday when a woman collapsed while hiking The Loop trail. The patient, who was in her 50s, was running low on water, with nearby hikers raising the alarm. It…
Read MoreNew St John Health Centre opens in Osborne Park
St John WA opened its Osborne Park Health Centre on Monday 11 July, marking the third of four new centres committed as part of a Federal Government-funded trial to deliver urgent, non-emergency care to patients who may normally go to a hospital emergency department for treatment. The centre is part a $28 million Federal Government commitment to…
Read MoreInternational Paramedics Day: Thank you for all that you do
Today marks the first ever International Paramedics Day which aims to recognise and celebrate the work carried out by paramedics and first responders around the world. Day in, day out, paramedics put the wellbeing and safety of those within their community first. Now, for the first time, July 8 will be dedicated to the world’s…
Read MoreDevelopment of first-class Kondinin-Hyden Sub Centre commences
Preparations for the demolition of St John WA’s Kondinin-Hyden Sub Centre began in earnest this month as years of planning, approvals and fundraising have come together to develop a new $700,000 first-class facility for the local community. Twenty-eight volunteers deliver ambulance services to 600 people across Kondinin, Karlgarin and Hyden, and support surrounding St John…
Read MoreThe 7 things you need to know about heart health
St John WA wants to highlight the importance of heart health, and seven easy ways you can improve it. 1. Get moving. You’ve heard it before, but your heart is a muscle and, like any other muscle in the body, requires exercise to function properly. Any exercise is better than no exercise, so try going for a…
Read MoreWA cricket stars learn St John first aid following Warne, Marsh and Campbell heart attacks
St John WA has answered the call of Australian cricket stars seeking to improve first aid among former, present and aspiring cricketers in light of recent heart attacks in the sport. This year, famous Australian cricketers Shane Warne and Rod Marsh died of suspected heart attacks, while Ryan Campbell came dangerously close in April but…
Read MoreBHP funding supports new ambulance for Goldfields communities
St John WA has received funding for the purchase of a state-of-the-art ambulance from BHP, taking BHP’s total commitment to St John Ambulance’s regional operations to more than $3.2 million in the past decade. Located at the Kambalda Sub Centre, the new ambulance will assist in saving lives in the Goldfields. It will be fitted…
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