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St John Ambulance ACT

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Address: 14 Thesiger Court Deakin 2609 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://www.stjohnact.com.au

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22.01.2022 Despite making up more than three quarters of deaths by suicide in Australia, a quarter of men say they would not seek help from anyone for mental health concerns, according to research released by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS). If you need support, or if you need help in supporting someone else, reach out. These great organisations can make the first step much easier. Lifeline: 13 11 14... Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 46 36 Headspace: 1800 650 890 If you are interested in learning more about how to directly support those in crisis, or those who are suffering mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, suicide and addiction, we have online and face-to-face training options available. For more information on available courses relating to mental health, email [email protected] or call 6282 2399.

18.01.2022 ACT Health have warned of the potential for another thunderstorm asthma event in the Canberra region for today. The combination of high pollen levels and thunderstorms can trigger severe asthma symptoms for some people, so it's best to be prepared and stay indoors as much as possible if there's a chance you may be affected. There is also the possibility of a dust storm on Sunday 29 November due to strong and gusty winds.

15.01.2022 People of all ages can suffer mental health issues, particularly with the challenges we've faced over the past 12 months. Across Australia, Kids Helpline recorded a 24 per cent increase in calls between March and August this year compared with the same period in 2019. If you or anyone you know need support, and you're unable to seek immediate professional help, you can try calling one of the following organisations: Kids Helpline Official on 1800 55 1800... Lifeline on 131 114 Beyond Blue on 1800 512 348. If you are interested in learning more about how to directly support those in crisis, or those who are suffering mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, suicide and addiction, we have several online and face-to-face courses which may be of interest. Email: [email protected] Phone: 6282 2399

13.01.2022 Today is World Diabetes Day, marked every year on the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922. If you'd like to know more about managing diabetes, there is a great range of videos and other resources on the Diabetes NSW & ACT website. You'll also find plenty of helpful information through the International Diabetes Federation.

13.01.2022 Over the weekend Tom, one of our amazing CBR NightCrew members, rescued a tree that had been pulled from it's pot. Not only do our crew help people who are out in the city over the weekends, but plants too! CBR NightCrew provide a safe place for people out in the city on Friday and Saturdays from 10pm to 2:30am. They also ensure a high standard of hygiene and Covid-safe measures are maintained at all times, to ensure the safety of our community and the team.... Well done Tom!

10.01.2022 It looks like we're in for some warmer weather this weekend, but there are things you can do to prepare, including learning about the signs of heat-related health conditions. Symptoms of heat-related health conditions can include: Headache... Muscle cramps General exhaustion Weakness Dizzy spells A few things you can do to prepare for hot weather: Use shade cloth Check your fans and air conditioning are in working order Prepare ice trays Make kibble ice-blocks for your pets During extreme-heat days be sure to check on the vulnerable, and encourage them to stay inside and out of the heat as much as possible. If you're interested in learning first aid so you're better prepared to assist those suffering heat-related health conditions, contact us to find out more. Email: [email protected] Phone: (02) 6282 2399 As a not-for-profit organisation St John Ambulance ACT provide premium training, supplies and community care. We are proud to support and give back to the community, through a wide range of programs. When you book a course or purchase supplies through us, you're also helping us to support our community.

10.01.2022 An important health warning for the ACT region over the next few days, with high pollen levels combined with thunderstorms, potentially causing some people to develop severe asthma symptoms.

09.01.2022 Our phone lines and email are back in action following the lightning strike which took us offline earlier today. For those who were trying to contact us, thank you for your patience. Phone: 6282 2399... Email: [email protected] See more

08.01.2022 Tom and Jordan enjoyed a perfect day on duty for Clean-up Lake Burley Griffin Day last weekend! This is an annual event, with the public encouraged to join in, which ensures we can all enjoy this lovely part of Canberra during the warmer months. If you'd like to learn more about our Event Health Services, you can find more information on our website https://stjohnact.com.au/event-health-services/ or contact us to have a chat. Email: [email protected]... Phone: 6282 2399 See more

05.01.2022 We're gearing up for the upcoming cricket season at Manuka Oval. The first One Day International is set for the 2nd Dec with India vs Australia, and we're ready

03.01.2022 Grass pollen reached an extreme level in Canberra over the weekend, a level that's been rarely seen in a decade. There are many options available to help manage allergy symptoms, so be sure to speak with a health professional for advice on the best options for you.

03.01.2022 Some great photos of our BERTies at The Bloody Long Walk held last month. But what is a BERTie you ask? St John Ambulance ACT's Bicycle Emergency Response Team (aka BERT) are elite trained First Responders who can provide a rapid response at marathons, fun runs, festivals and other events that cover a large area. Where vehicle access is also limited due to significant crowding, we can deploy teams of two responders who are fully equipped with first aid kits and life-saving eq...uipment. Our bicycle teams can safely and effectively reduce response times to incidents, cover larger distances and ensure that patients quickly receive the highest standard of initial care. Our team are happy to be back out in the community, and seeing people enjoying themselves at events again. To learn more about our amazing and diverse volunteer teams, visit https://stjohnact.com.au/our-teams/