First Aid Show Australia Daily Minute

By First Aid Show Australia

Your daily dose of first aid knowledge delivered in just a minute or two! The First Aid Show Daily Minute Podcast is here to help you stay sharp, stay updated, and stay confident. Whether it’s refresh... more

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The podcast currently has 242 episodes available.

First Aid Show Australia Daily Minute episodes:

June 10, 2026 Ep178 Eye Irrigation: How you actually do it
Dust, dirt, smoke, and other loose particles can quickly irritate the eye.

In this episode, we explain when eye irrigation is appropriate, how to safely use a saline ampoule to flush the eye, and the correct technique for removing loose foreign material from the eye’s surface.
We also discuss when not to irrigate, such as with embedded objects, and the importance of prolonged flushing with running water following chemical or substance exposure to the eyes.
Because when it comes to protecting vision, prompt and gentle first aid can make all the difference.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
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4min
June 09, 2026 Ep177 White-Tailed Spider Bites: Myth vs Reality
White-tailed spiders have developed a frightening reputation in Australia—but what does the evidence actually say?
In this episode, we explore what White-tailed spiders look like, where they are commonly found, the symptoms their bites may cause, and the ongoing myths.

We also cover the recommended first aid management, including why pressure immobilisation is NOT used for White-tailed spider bites.
Because in first aid, facts matter more than fear.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #WhiteTailedSpider #SpiderBite #EmergencyResponse #AustralianSpiders #FirstAidTraining
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3min
June 09, 2026 Ep176 Vaccinations For First Aiders
First aiders don’t just protect patients—they also need to protect themselves.

In this episode, we explore the key vaccinations recommended for first aiders and healthcare workers.
We also discuss why vaccination matters when working around blood, body fluids, and infectious illness, and how immunisation works alongside PPE, gloves, and infection control practices.
Because a protected first aider is a safer first aider.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #Vaccination #HealthcareWorkers #InfectionControl #EmergencyResponse #FirstAidTraining
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3min
June 04, 2026 Ep175 Pupil Assessment: PEARL
The eyes can provide important clues during a medical emergency.
In this episode, we explain the PEARL assessment and why it is used in first aid and emergency care to help assess neurological function.
Learn how to perform a simple pupil assessment, what direct and consensual light reflexes are, and what abnormal pupil findings may indicate.
Because sometimes the eyes can reveal what’s happening inside the brain before the patient can say a word.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #PEARL #Neurology #HeadInjury #PupilAssessment #FirstAidTraining
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3min
June 03, 2026 Ep174 The Pancreas – The Organ Most People Forget About
Hidden deep behind the stomach is one of the body’s most important organs—the pancreas.
In this episode, we explain what the pancreas is, where it is located, its approximate size, and the critical roles it plays in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
We also explore why the pancreas matters in first aid, including its links to diabetes, abdominal pain, metabolic emergencies, and trauma.
Because when the pancreas struggles, the effects can be felt throughout the entire body.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #Pancreas #Diabetes #HumanAnatomy #EmergencyResponse #FirstAidTraining
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3min
May 26, 2026 Ep173 Ibuprofen: What Is It & When Is It Used?
Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly used relief medications in Australia—but it’s not suitable for everyone.
In this episode, we explain what ibuprofen is, common Australian brand names like Nurofen and Rafen, the different forms it comes in, and the conditions it is commonly used to treat.
We also cover important contraindications and precautions, standard adult and paediatric dosing, and why understanding medications is an important part of first aid and patient care.
Because good first aid isn’t just knowing what to give—it’s knowing when, why, and when not to.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute

#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #Ibuprofen #PainRelief #MedicationSafety #HealthEducation #FirstAidTraining
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3min
May 24, 2026 Ep172 Minor Splinters
A splinter might seem small—but removing it incorrectly can make things worse.

In this episode, we explain what splinters are, the common materials they can be made from, and when a superficial foreign object may be safely removed within a first aider’s scope of practice.
Because even small injuries deserve proper care.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #Splinter #WoundCare #MinorInjuries #EmergencyResponse #FirstAidTraining
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3min
May 22, 2026 Ep171 The Pupils: What Can They Tell Us?
The eyes can reveal a lot during a medical emergency.

In this episode, we explain what the pupils are, how they control light entering the eye, and how the nervous system causes them to react automatically.
We also explore what changes in the pupils—such as fixed, dilated, constricted, or unequal pupils—may indicate in a first aid context,

Because sometimes the smallest part of the body can provide some of the biggest clues.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #Pupils #Neurology #HeadInjury #EmergencyResponse #FirstAidTraining
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3min
May 20, 2026 Ep170 First Aid Fast Quiz #17
It’s quiz time again.
In this fast-paced refresher episode, we test your knowledge from Episodes 161 to 169 covering negligence, allergic reactions, paracetamol, kidneys, AMPLE history taking, injected poisoning, funnel web spiders, roller bandages, and wasp stings.
Five quick questions designed to help reinforce key first aid concepts and keep your knowledge sharp.
Because the best time to test your first aid knowledge… is before an emergency happens.
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https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #FirstAidQuiz #EmergencyResponse #CPR #HealthEducation #FirstAidTraining
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3min
May 20, 2026 Ep169 Wasp Stings – Why They’re Different To Bees
Not all stings are the same.
In this episode, we explore why wasp stings—especially from the European wasp—are different from bee stings, including why wasps can sting multiple times and why disturbing a nest can become dangerous very quickly.
Learn how to recognise European wasps, where they commonly build nests, what reactions their stings can cause, and the important first aid steps to take after a sting.
Because sometimes the biggest danger isn’t the first sting—it’s what happens next.
Listen now on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more
https://firstaidshow.com.au/dailyminute
#dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #FirstAid #WaspSting #EuropeanWasp #Anaphylaxis #EmergencyResponse #FirstAidTraining
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3min

FAQs about First Aid Show Australia Daily Minute:

How many episodes does First Aid Show Australia Daily Minute have?

The podcast currently has 242 episodes available.