With Australian drowning deaths reaching a staggering high not seen since 1996, and four out of five cardiac arrests happening right in the family home, being prepared for a medical emergency is absolutely critical. Ross Walker speaks with national treasure and swimming icon Laurie Lawrence joins us to discuss the 2026 relaunch of The Heart Beat Club—a life-saving online initiative created by Kids Alive Do the Five and Royal Life Saving WA. Tune in to learn how this fantastic program is empowering parents and caregivers to become everyday heroes, equipping you with the vital skills and confidence to step up, act fast, and save lives when every second counts for the people you love most.

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Dr Ross Walker interviews Prof. Lucy Morgan, Clinical Professor at the University of Sydney and Chair of Lung Foundation Australia about 2025’s record surge of over 177,000 RSV cases and the severe risks it poses to older adults, including pneumonia and loss of independence. Ahead of the winter respiratory season, Prof. Morgan highlights the May 15 rollout of Australia’s first free RSV vaccine for seniors via the National Immunisation Program. The conversation clarifies how to distinguish RSV from a standard cold, explores the heightened vulnerabilities for those with chronic conditions, and urges the two million eligible Australians to secure this critical protection.

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