Festivals and large events are a great way to enjoy spending time with friends or family. However, whenever you spend a prolonged period in the sun or are drinking alcohol, you need to take extra steps to take care of yourself to make sure your day or night is memorable – for the right reasons.

There is no safe way to take illegal drugs because you can never be certain of what it contains and how it will affect you. Understanding what to do if you or someone you know is experiencing an adverse reaction to drugs or alcohol could be lifesaving. Always remember to use your common sense and watch out for your mates.

First Aid is essential because:

• Research shows 73% of major music festival goers have admitted to using illegal drugs
• There has been an increase in the use of illicit drugs such as cocaine, ketamine, non-prescribed amphetamines and hallucinogenic mushrooms
• More than eight million Australians over the age of 14 reportedly use illicit drugs in their lifetime