First Aid App Saves Lives

With one in five first aiders stating 'lack of time' as a reason for not renewing their certification, Red Cross has released a free First Aid App to make learning an easy option.
Launching the App in the lead up to World First Aid Day on 14th September, the App can be used anywhere, anytime.
To date, the app has had more than 2 million downloads from the US and UK and has proven to be a tried and tested resource which guides users through the correct response for many incidents including heart attacks, strokes, diabetic episodes along with the more common burns, sprains and strains. Localised for the Australian market, it is the ideal tool to support the skills acquired through First Aid training from Red Cross College.
"Initial feedback from students downloading the app has been fantastic,"says Dan Coad National First Aid Advisor for Red Cross. "The biggest relief for people once trained is that they no longer feel helpless. "This app makes it easy for people to keep their First Aid skills fresh and it’s so simple and easy to use, my kids have even had a go."
This new Smartphone app, available through Google Play or the App stores, features vital life saving information, videos and quizzes to test your first aid knowledge on correct treatments for children and adults.
Learning the skills to save a life through First Aid training is one thing, but remembering what to do when under pressure is where this First Aid app can help most. To download the app or find out more about first aid training visit http://redcross.org.au/first-aid-app.aspx