The LifeAid Blog

Welcome to the LifeAid Blog. This has been set up to let you know what is happening in the world of LifeAid and will include dates for Training, Stories from those “on the job”, Photos, Healthcare and Fire Fighting information. The intent is to not only produce content from the blog manager but also take submissions for inclusion from our many valuable staff resulting in a rich, vibrant and interesting place to go to.

Wednesday 22 April 2015

Asthma Foundation of Victoria

The Asthma Foundation of Victoria is one of the peak Asthma bodies in Australia. They are a great resource for Clinicians, First Responders, people with Asthma and carers of these people.
The Asthma Foundation of Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation that provides advice, resources, education and training to people with asthma and those who care for them in their community.

In 1963 a small group of mothers, whose children had asthma, founded what is now known as The Asthma Foundation of Victoria. They wanted a better life for their own children, grandchildren and for generations to come. They realise this vision through their commitment.

Asthma.org.au resources


Tuesday 14 April 2015

Ambulances in Uniform

In this Centenary of Gallipoli, it's important to remember our colleagues who have worn uniforms to serve our Nation, both in the past and those currently serving.

With that in mind, here is a snapshot of military ambulances over the years. All unmarked pictures are courtesy of Paul (aka Flickr name, sv1ambo) who has kindly given us permission to use some of his amazing collection of pictures.

 1915 Horse Drawn Ambulance

 1916 Overland Model 75 ambulance
 1940s Ford CMP Blitz ambulance




 1963 Land Rover Series 2A 109in WB ambulance
 1989 Ford F-250 ambulance
1991 Ford F-150 4WD ambulance - RAAF