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- Hypothermia
The early responses to hypothermia will be moving around, seeking shelter, hair standing on end (goosebumps) and shivering.
- ECG test
A doctor may recommend an electrocardiogram for patients who may be at risk of heart disease because of family history, smoking, overweight, diabetes or other conditions.
- Living with a heart condition
Attending cardiac rehabilitation will help you to create a good foundation for living with your heart condition.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
CPR is a life-saving skill that everyone should learn from an accredited organisation.
- Electric shock
Always disconnect the power supply before trying to help a victim of electric shock.
- MDMA (ecstasy)
MDMA (ecstasy) is an illegal stimulant and hallucinogenic drug that can cause stroke and heart attack.
- Coma
A wide range of illnesses, conditions and events can cause coma.
- Chest pain
If in doubt about the cause of your chest pain, call an ambulance.
- Organ and tissue donation
Discover the facts about organ and tissue donation, decide about becoming a donor and discuss your decision with the people close to you.
- Heart arrhythmias and palpitations
A heart that beats irregularly, too fast or too slow, is experiencing an arrhythmia.