Dear all,
Basic First Aid course will be held on:
Date: 31 October - 1 November (Week 1, Saturday and Sunday)
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: FOE CR 1026
Various Basic First Aid skills, for example, CPR, bandaging and so on will be taught in the course.
Seats are limited to around 30 participants only.
Please register yourself to your respective commandant or me, Henry Tan 016-4270233 henry_richie@ymail.com as soon as possible. Certificate for the First Aid Course will be provided.
All the new members who is going to DRRO camp is compulsory to attend this courses.
Thank you.
"TOGETHER WE STRIVE FOR HUMANITY"
Regards,
Henry Tan Choon Xin
OC Training,
Malaysian Red Crescent,
Multimedia University Cyberjaya Chapter
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Update for DRRO
Dear all,
It is a message to update the details for the DRRO camp. The confirm details for the camp are as below:
Date : 13th to 15th November 2009 (Friday to Sunday)
Venue : Pusat Latihan Belia Bukit Lagong, Selayang
Fees : RM35 (Including t-shirt)
If you are not a Red Crescent member, you can register yourself too…Don’t worry if you know nothing about the first aid as we will teach you the basic first aid before attending the camp. The basic first aid course will be held on :
Date: 31st October - 1st November 2009 (Saturday – Sunday)
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: FOE CR 1026
It is a must for all the new members who is going for DRRO camp to join the basic first aid course.
For those who are interested to join this camp, you can register yourself with Sophia at sophiawsh@yahoo.com. Any inquiry you may contact her as well. The due date for register is 30th October 2009.
Thank you.
"TOGETHER WE STRIVE FOR HUMANITY"
Regards,
Committees of DRRO 09/10,
Malaysian Red Crescent,
Multimedia University Cyberjaya Chapter.
It is a message to update the details for the DRRO camp. The confirm details for the camp are as below:
Date : 13th to 15th November 2009 (Friday to Sunday)
Venue : Pusat Latihan Belia Bukit Lagong, Selayang
Fees : RM35 (Including t-shirt)
If you are not a Red Crescent member, you can register yourself too…Don’t worry if you know nothing about the first aid as we will teach you the basic first aid before attending the camp. The basic first aid course will be held on :
Date: 31st October - 1st November 2009 (Saturday – Sunday)
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: FOE CR 1026
It is a must for all the new members who is going for DRRO camp to join the basic first aid course.
For those who are interested to join this camp, you can register yourself with Sophia at sophiawsh@yahoo.com. Any inquiry you may contact her as well. The due date for register is 30th October 2009.
Thank you.
"TOGETHER WE STRIVE FOR HUMANITY"
Regards,
Committees of DRRO 09/10,
Malaysian Red Crescent,
Multimedia University Cyberjaya Chapter.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Great news!!! DRRO 2009/2010 coming soon...
Dear all,
It is proud to announce that MMURC is going to have our DRRO camp at semester 2. The details is as below:
Date : 6th - 8th November 2009 (Friday to Sunday)
Venue : Commonwealth Forest Park
Fees : RM35 ( Including tshirt)
Wondering what is DRRO camp???
DRRO stand for Disaster Relief and Rescue Operation..
It is a camp where you can apply all the things you learn in the first aid class to the real situation... It is challenging and is a new experience for you all..
For your information, DRRO is one of the 7 courses which required in order for you to get an instructor certificate... So, do grab this opportunity to acquire certificate as soon as possible as it only offer once a year...
Each members are compulsory to join the camp....Exemption letter(for Friday)will be given.....Do not waste the chance cause the time wouldn't wait for you!!!!!
Act fast and register for it now to your VAD commandant with your name, ID, IC, hp number, email add & Tshirt size (Your commandant will get more details information from you).... Faster register o...
The due date for this registration is 25th September 2009 (Friday)...
We are waiting for u....
Thank you.
"Together we strive for humanity"
Regards,
DRRO committees
Malaysian Red Crescent
Multimedia University Cyberjaya Chapter
It is proud to announce that MMURC is going to have our DRRO camp at semester 2. The details is as below:
Date : 6th - 8th November 2009 (Friday to Sunday)
Venue : Commonwealth Forest Park
Fees : RM35 ( Including tshirt)
Wondering what is DRRO camp???
DRRO stand for Disaster Relief and Rescue Operation..
It is a camp where you can apply all the things you learn in the first aid class to the real situation... It is challenging and is a new experience for you all..
For your information, DRRO is one of the 7 courses which required in order for you to get an instructor certificate... So, do grab this opportunity to acquire certificate as soon as possible as it only offer once a year...
Each members are compulsory to join the camp....Exemption letter(for Friday)will be given.....Do not waste the chance cause the time wouldn't wait for you!!!!!
Act fast and register for it now to your VAD commandant with your name, ID, IC, hp number, email add & Tshirt size (Your commandant will get more details information from you).... Faster register o...
The due date for this registration is 25th September 2009 (Friday)...
We are waiting for u....
Thank you.
"Together we strive for humanity"
Regards,
DRRO committees
Malaysian Red Crescent
Multimedia University Cyberjaya Chapter
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Symptoms and prevention tips on Influenza H1N1 2009
Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 is a disease that is caused by a virus that could affects your respiratory system.
The symptoms of Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 are:
i. Fever
ii. Cough or sore throat
iii. Body aches
iv. Headache, chills and fatigue
v. In some cases, vomiting and diarrhoea
Complications of the disease include pneumonia and difficulty in breathing. Death may occur in persons who have other medical problems or complications.
How does Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 spread?
i. Influenza viruses are mainly spread from one person to another through droplets released during coughing or sneezing;
ii. Sometimes people may become infected by touching surfaces or holding objects contaminated with influenza viruses (e.g., hands, door handles , handkerchiefs, tissue paper) and then touching their own mouth, nose or eyes.
How is Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 managed?
i. There is no vaccine available at the moment; however, studies are being conducted to produce a vaccine;
ii. Antivirals (medicines used for managing infection with a virus), can be usedto treat the disease . Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) is one of the effective medicines currently being used;
iii. Antiviral medicines work better if started soon after getting sick (within two days of appearance of symptoms);
iv. Those treated with antivirals usually recover fully; so far, no resistance to the recommended medicines for Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 virus has been documented;
v. Health workers should make treatment decisions based on clinical and epidemiological assessment. Particular attention should be paid to patients with complications.
vi. WHO does not recommend the use of antivirals for mass prophylaxis.
If a person is in contact with or likely to be exposed to a sick person, how can he avoid being infected?
i. Regular washing of hands with soap and water is strongly recommended;
ii. Hand rubbing with alcohol is also advised where available
iii. Keep a distance of at least one step (one meter) from the infected person to avoid coming into contact with the influenza droplets;
iv. If contact with a sick person or with potentially infected surfaces or objects occurs, those involved must not touch their eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands;
v. Close contact with a sick person should be avoided; people are advised to refrain from handshaking, kissing or hugging during an outbreak;
vi. Those taking care of a sick person should use a face mask in accordance with guidelines provided by national health authorities;vii. It is advisable to be physically active, drink plenty of fluids, eat we ll, reduce stress and have enough sleep.
What can infected individuals do to prevent spreading Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 to others?
i. They should cover their mouth with a piece of cloth or tissue paper when sneezing or coughing; the used tissue should be properly disposed of while the cloth should be washed with soap, dried and replaced as often asrequired;
ii. The infected person should wear a mask when in contact with others;
iii. Tissue paper, handkerchief or other material used by the sick person for wiping his nose or mouth, must not be used by others;
iv. If there is no tissue paper or cloth, the sick person should cover his face with his arm before sneezing or coughing, and not use his hands to contaminate surfaces or things that may be touched or held by others;
v. Hands should be washed with soap and water especially after sneezing, or coughing, and before touching door handles and other objects or surfaces so as to prevent contamination with droplets;
vi. Sick persons should stay at home and limit contact with others as much as possible.
vii. People should seek treatment immediately if infection is suspected, if symptoms occur or when advised by a health worker.
What should communities do to help prevent the spread of Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009?
i. Ensure community members know how to limit the spread of influenza, the symptoms of the disease and what to do if infection occurs;
ii. Ensure provision of care for those infected;
iii. Support social distancing, isolation or quarantine when requested by a health worker (or as determined by health authorities);
iv. Establish contact with the nearest health facility that will provide support in managing the disease;
v. Report suspected cases and deaths to a health worker or other relevant authority.
For more information about Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 , contact the Regional Office Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 Crisis Management Team (Dr Yada –yadaa@afro.who.int ) and visit the websites www.who.int or http://www.cdc.gov/.
Credits to : Admin from everydaychannel.com
Source : http://everydaychannel.com/symptoms-and-prevention-tips-on-influenza-h1n1-2009/
The symptoms of Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 are:
i. Fever
ii. Cough or sore throat
iii. Body aches
iv. Headache, chills and fatigue
v. In some cases, vomiting and diarrhoea
Complications of the disease include pneumonia and difficulty in breathing. Death may occur in persons who have other medical problems or complications.
How does Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 spread?
i. Influenza viruses are mainly spread from one person to another through droplets released during coughing or sneezing;
ii. Sometimes people may become infected by touching surfaces or holding objects contaminated with influenza viruses (e.g., hands, door handles , handkerchiefs, tissue paper) and then touching their own mouth, nose or eyes.
How is Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 managed?
i. There is no vaccine available at the moment; however, studies are being conducted to produce a vaccine;
ii. Antivirals (medicines used for managing infection with a virus), can be usedto treat the disease . Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) is one of the effective medicines currently being used;
iii. Antiviral medicines work better if started soon after getting sick (within two days of appearance of symptoms);
iv. Those treated with antivirals usually recover fully; so far, no resistance to the recommended medicines for Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 virus has been documented;
v. Health workers should make treatment decisions based on clinical and epidemiological assessment. Particular attention should be paid to patients with complications.
vi. WHO does not recommend the use of antivirals for mass prophylaxis.
If a person is in contact with or likely to be exposed to a sick person, how can he avoid being infected?
i. Regular washing of hands with soap and water is strongly recommended;
ii. Hand rubbing with alcohol is also advised where available
iii. Keep a distance of at least one step (one meter) from the infected person to avoid coming into contact with the influenza droplets;
iv. If contact with a sick person or with potentially infected surfaces or objects occurs, those involved must not touch their eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands;
v. Close contact with a sick person should be avoided; people are advised to refrain from handshaking, kissing or hugging during an outbreak;
vi. Those taking care of a sick person should use a face mask in accordance with guidelines provided by national health authorities;vii. It is advisable to be physically active, drink plenty of fluids, eat we ll, reduce stress and have enough sleep.
What can infected individuals do to prevent spreading Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 to others?
i. They should cover their mouth with a piece of cloth or tissue paper when sneezing or coughing; the used tissue should be properly disposed of while the cloth should be washed with soap, dried and replaced as often asrequired;
ii. The infected person should wear a mask when in contact with others;
iii. Tissue paper, handkerchief or other material used by the sick person for wiping his nose or mouth, must not be used by others;
iv. If there is no tissue paper or cloth, the sick person should cover his face with his arm before sneezing or coughing, and not use his hands to contaminate surfaces or things that may be touched or held by others;
v. Hands should be washed with soap and water especially after sneezing, or coughing, and before touching door handles and other objects or surfaces so as to prevent contamination with droplets;
vi. Sick persons should stay at home and limit contact with others as much as possible.
vii. People should seek treatment immediately if infection is suspected, if symptoms occur or when advised by a health worker.
What should communities do to help prevent the spread of Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009?
i. Ensure community members know how to limit the spread of influenza, the symptoms of the disease and what to do if infection occurs;
ii. Ensure provision of care for those infected;
iii. Support social distancing, isolation or quarantine when requested by a health worker (or as determined by health authorities);
iv. Establish contact with the nearest health facility that will provide support in managing the disease;
v. Report suspected cases and deaths to a health worker or other relevant authority.
For more information about Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 , contact the Regional Office Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 Crisis Management Team (Dr Yada –yadaa@afro.who.int ) and visit the websites www.who.int or http://www.cdc.gov/.
Credits to : Admin from everydaychannel.com
Source : http://everydaychannel.com/symptoms-and-prevention-tips-on-influenza-h1n1-2009/
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Gratitude for 23rd Blood Donation Drive
Dear donor,
We, Malaysian Red Crescent Multimedia University Cyberjaya chapter would like to take this opportunity to thanks all the donor for making this 23rd Blood Donation Drive a success one. We also thanks those who had the intention to donate but were rejected due to specific reasons.
Besides that, we would like to give special thanks Salient Information Sdn. Bhd, Golden Arches Restaurants Sdn Bhd, L.B.Food Sdn Bhd, Cosmo' World Theme Park Sdn Bhd, Dommal Food Services Sdn Bhd and McDonalds for their sponsor in this Blood Donation Drive.
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