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

http://www.asthma.org.au/Resources/HealthProfessionals.aspx

http://www.asthma.org.au/Resources/SchoolsandChildrensServices.aspx

http://www.asthma.org.au/Resources/Videos.aspx

http://www.asthma.org.au/Resources/InformationSheets.aspx

http://www.asthma.org.au/Resources/Brochures.aspx

http://www.asthma.org.au/Publications.aspx

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

The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

For those of us that deal with Allergy and Anaphylaxis. Here are some useful links for information in Australia (all information courtesy of ASCIA).

The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) was established in 1990 as the peak professional medical organisation for allergy and clinical immunology in Australia and New Zealand, by amalgamating the Australian College of Allergy (ACA) with the Australasian Society of Immunology (ASI) Clinical Immunology Group (CIG). 

There are now more than 530 ASCIA members and these include specialist allergy and immunology physicians, other medical practitioners, scientists and allied health professionals (mainly nurses and dietitians) who work in the areas of allergy and immunology. 

ASCIA is a member society of the World Allergy Organisation (WAO) and the Asia Pacific Association of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical  Immunology (APAAACI).  ASCIA is also affiliated with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) as a specialty society.

ASCIA e-training (free of charge)

http://www.allergy.org.au/patients/anaphylaxis-e-training-schools-and-childcare

http://www.allergy.org.au/patients/anaphylaxis-e-training-first-aid-community

http://www.allergy.org.au/health-professionals/health-professionals-e-training/448-ascia-anaphylaxis-e-training-for-health-professionals

http://www.allergy.org.au/health-professionals/health-professionals-e-training/452-ascia-food-allergy-e-training

http://www.allergy.org.au/health-professionals/health-professionals-e-training/496-ascia-allergic-rhinitis-e-training-for-health-professionals

 ASCIA resources

 

http://www.allergy.org.au/health-professionals/anaphylaxis-resources

http://www.allergy.org.au/health-professionals/anaphylaxis-resources/first-aid-for-anaphylaxis

http://www.allergy.org.au/health-professionals/ascia-plans-action-and-treatment

Australian Ambulances of Years Past - Holden Commodore

1994 Holden VS Commodore - LifeAid

1994 Holden VS Commodore (c) Ambulance Photos

1994 Holden VS Commodore (c) Erik's Emergency Service Photos

On the Mines

LifeAid Pty Ltd has for many years provided mining support in Queensland and in the past South Australia. We rely heavily on our highly respected FiFo staff to ensure the well being and safety of mine workers under their care.

LifeAid Emergency Response Teams, Fire Rescue Training

As a leading provider of ERT, LifeAid Fire Rescue personnel ensure currency of skills and Training. Continuation training is undertaken at regular intervals.

Fire Fighting

Confined Space Rescue

High Rescue