January 9, 2007 – 12:42 pm
One in 100 of the drivers tested by Victoria Police’s world-first drug bus has returned a positive result for driving while under the influence of drugs, The Sunday Age believes.
This is 2 times the rate for drivers returning a positive result for driving while under the influence of alcohol when breath tested.
Police had planned to announce the staggering results for the drug bus last week, but delayed doing so because of the Bracks Government’s ministerial reshuffle, which saw Tim Holding elevated to the Police Minister’s portfolio and Andre Haermeyer relegated to Manufacturing, Export and Small Business.
The announcement, now expected to be made within days, is likely to show that more than one in every 100 drivers drug tested by police returned a positive result after laboratory analysis.
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October 18, 2006 – 10:24 am
The whole world is getting more and more conscious of the exponentially intensification of the saga of drug addiction. It will not be wrong to say, that in the present international scenario the notion and also the influence of drug addiction happens to be fastest. It is expanding its tentacles by the day and by leaps and bounds, affecting the lives of countless people who once used to live a normal, healthy life. For instance, only in the United States of America, there is a statistics, formulated by renowned organizations, stating that almost 24% men while 16% percent of women have admitted to be abusing at least one type of drug if not all and the number of teenagers abusing drugs is on the rise. Even its adverse effects are perceived in many other aspects of the society, of which the field of sports happen to be most important. This has led to the emergence of the notion of drug testing in the recent decades.
The growing menace of drug abuses have led the concerned organizations destined to check its growth, to invent new devices, and that has led to the beginning of the process of drug testing, that are done by the help of judging the hair. Now, there are many people to whom hair is regarded as nothing less than a person’s crowning glory, and one of the most important parts of the human body that can change your appearance, all of a sudden. Whatever is the role of hair, it should be noted that hair happens to be the most accurate method of detecting drug abuse in individuals. It has been learnt that through hair drug testing is highly possible and is able to detect drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates and the like. It is known as the hair drug test. It has also been learnt that this form of drug testing is highly effective and is ten times more effectual than the urine drug tests.
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February 24, 2006 – 11:10 pm
Most houses now-a-days come with first aid cabinets in them (sometimes called a medical chest). Of course, most people have everything but first aid items up there. I understand why, it is a great out of the way place to store a whole bunch of things you use in the bathroom. I also feel, however, that you have to have some first aid items in your first aid kits, it is only fair. Not having that kind of stuff in your house is a big risk, and I do not know why you would want to take that kind of risk. The best cabinets have everything you need up there to take care of burns, bites, cuts, and sores. This could mean keeping a lot of stuff up there, but most first aid cabinets are pretty big so you should have no problem getting it all up there.
Now most are found in the bathroom but they can be in other areas of the house. If you do not have any there is nothing to worry about. You can go out to the store and get one at a good price. If you cannot find one you like (or find one at all) you should try a place like Lowe’s. If you can still not find any first aid kits you may want to turn your search to the internet. There are millions of places online that can sell you what you are looking for, and most of the time at a really good price. I mean, if worse comes to worse you could always try online auctions.
You may be asking why you have to have first aid kits to store your stuff in, and the answer has many different versions. First of all, most first aid stuff should be stored in a cool dry place, and that is what first aid cabinets give to you.
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February 15, 2006 – 12:23 pm
In addition to a well built first aid kit, one should consider procuring and learning how to properly use first aid equipment. Often times one can find a free first aid class sponsored in their community by either a local school, hospital, or by the Red Cross. Learning techniques such as proper bandaging, how to recognize and treat various types of trauma, and how to properly administer CPR can all matter greatly in an emergency.
One can do makeshift bandages, but other types of first aid require training. Learning how to properly perform CPR and use a respiratory mask can save someone’s life in an emergency. Alternate forms of resuscitation include rescue breathing techniques and the Heimlich maneuver for those who are choking or are unconscious but still have a pulse. In extreme cases, use of a portable defibrillator can help an unconscious victim who needs CPR administered. Not properly administering CPR can cause broken bones and damage to internal organs, so training is essential. Learning how to use a defibrillator is not difficult but can help regain a heartbeat in those who have no pulse. Proper training should be taught by a licensed professional, as it is possible to severely hurt someone if one is not careful.
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January 10, 2006 – 12:20 pm
First aid kits can vary from person to person and group to group, depending on personal needs and the activities that one may get involved in. There are some basic items such as band aids that should be in every person’s kit, regardless. After including these essential items, a first aid kit should be tailored to personal needs and include item such as a bee sting kit, ace bandages, and a first aid guide to assist in the event of an emergency.
First aid kits can vary in their structure and contents. Depending on how many people they are supposed to serve may determine the quantity of some objects, such as how many bandages are contained in the kit. The level of activity or types of activities those individuals engage in can help determine the needs of the kit and what should be in it.
In general, a first aid kit for any group should always contain bandages in several types and sizes. Band aids are very inexpensive and a quick way to treat most cuts or wounds depending on their nature and size. To go with the assortment of band aids that should be in the first aid kit, triple antibiotic ointment or cream, an antiseptic spray, or alcohol wipes if not all three are a wise idea to clean and sterilize wounds prior to covering them with the proper bandage.
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