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Accidents Happen—Be Prepared with Trauma Assist

During the December holiday season during December 2023, there were 10 180 people died on the roads. South Africa is known to have some of the most dangerous roads in the world.
11 December 2024
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Prioritising Mental Wellness:

South Africa is grappling with an increasing mental wellness crisis. According to a 2023 study by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), one in three South Africans will suffer from mental wellness issues at some point in their lives.
15 November 2024
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Keeping Your Heart Healthy

Heart Awareness Month is an important reminder to prioritise the health of one of the most vital organs in your body: your heart.
6 September 2024
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From Nurses to Surgeons, Emergency Care at Your Service with Trauma Assist

With many of us trying to get the most out of our last long weekend before the end-of-year crunch, there will be much travelling over the Heritage Day long weekend to festivities, far-away homes and even a resort or two.
6 September 2023 | 3 minute read
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Beer, Burns, Butchery & Other Braai Injuries

With a whole weekend devoted to the sacred South African traditions of braaing, beer and butchery, there is a lot that can go wrong. From a slip of the knife to tumbling coals, we would like to ensure that you keep your Heritage Day Weekend free of major incidents.
6 September 2023 | 7 minute read
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What you need to do if your child is choking

If your child starts to choke, will you know what to do? Thanks to ER24, this short video will help you learn how you could save your child's life. #IWishILearntThatInSchool – Part of our series supporting the youth.
27 June 2022 | 2 minute read
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Hands only CPR

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. Hands only CPR is without mouth to mouth breaths but can be just as effective as conventional CPR. We show you how to perform this technique to help save a life.
3 June 2022 | 2 minute read
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First aid checklist

Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items in the checklist to deal with emergencies.
17 November 2020 | 9 minute read
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Identifying emergencies

Learn how to prepare for, respond to and recover from many types of emergencies.
16 November 2020 | 2 minute read
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ER24: What to do if you're in an accident

I had a car accident—now what? Keep yourself and others safe. Here is what you need to know.
12 November 2020 | 2 minute read
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ER 24: Call 084 124 for emergencies

When someone's life is in danger, get emergency medical care with ER24.
12 November 2020 | 1 minute read
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Epilepsy: Tips on what to do when someone suffers a seizure

What should you do when someone has a seizure? Get the lowdown on how to recognize epilepsy seizures and how you can help.
12 November 2020 | 1 minute read
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Be water safety savvy this summer

As we head into the December holiday period, remember to stay water wise. Our Trauma Assist benefit includes emergency medical response.
3 November 2020 | 2 minute read
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Dealing with emergencies

Dealing with emergencies is made easier with our Trauma Assist benefit. Watch our video to improve your knowledge and save a life.
3 November 2020 | 3 minute read
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How to perform hands only CPR

This video demonstrates how to perform CPR. Learn some life saving techniques with this step by step tutorial.
12 October 2020 | 2 minute read
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