Treating Minor Injuries at Home
The NHS is under increasing strain and the UK’s ambulance service is under more pressure than ever. This means that first aid skills are more important than ever. Treating minor injuries at home without going to your GP or hospital helps reduce pressure on medical...
Tree pollen allergy – what you need to know this springtime
Many people believe that hay fever is only a problem in late Spring or the summer months but this is far from the case. This article covers hay fever symptoms, triggers and how to treat it. Click here to read the article on Tree Pollen Allergies
Get to grips with the best practice for your school – The Headteacher
This article looks at Covid-19 infection prevention and what to do in an emergency. It covers effective control measures and how to perform CPR with updated Covid-19 guidelines. Click here to read the article in full
7 First Aid Tips that could save your dog’s life
This article contains essential first aid information that all pet owners should know. The article covers how to help your pet if they choke, stop breathing or have a serious injury. Our tips could save your dog’s life and reduce their pain and suffering in a medical...
Baby first aid: 3 ways to save your baby’s life
This article contains vital first aid information that all parents should know. The article covers choking, burns and scolds and head injuries. Any first-time parent knows there is nothing quite as overwhelming as being in charge of a new and vulnerable life, but this...
Covid Vaccines – All you need to know
This article contains everything you need to know about the Covid Vaccines in use. There is information on who gets the vaccine, what to expect the day you get the vaccine, to details on how the different vaccines work. Click here to read Emma’s Covid Vaccines - All...
SME News – UK Enterprise Awards 2020
We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded "Best Online First Aid Training Provider 2020" by SME News in the UK Enterprise Awards 2020.
The Ultimate Baby Book – Febrile Convulsion
Having a baby can be scary enough. Emma Hammett provides an overview of Febrile Convulsion; including what it is, the likelihood of your baby experiencing one and what to do in the case of one. Click here to read the piece in full
British Journal of Child Health – Covid-19 in schools
There are a number of challenges in order to safely return more children to school. Emma Hammett provides an overview of the latest guidance on infection control, personal protective equipment and CPR for educational settings. Click here to read the piece in full
35 Expert tips to avoid germs and stay healthy
Here are some interesting facts about common germs and top practical tips to avoid catching them. Moreover, with the government’s current covid-19 messaging being ‘Hands, Face, Space’, good hygiene has never been more important to prevent the spread of coronavirus....
TalkRadio – Back to School Stress
Emma recently appeared on TalkRadio to discuss mental health first aid tips for dealing with back to school stress - listen here!
The Hippocratic Post – How to cycle safely
In this article for The Hippocratic Post, we offer advice on how to cycle safely, covering the importance of wearing a helmet and how to deal with common cycling injuries. Click here or the logo above to read the article in full.
Lockdown First Aid with talkRADIO
Emma joined Mike Graham last week to provide some lockdown first aid advice live on air. Click the image below or here to watch the video.
COVID-19 in dental settings – BDJ team
Emma recently wrote for BDJ readers about covid19 in dental settings. Click here, or the image to read the full article.
The Guardian – Caring for someone with Coronvirus
Click the image to go to the site and watch the video of Emma advises how to care for someone with coronavirus
InterSchools Advertiser – Head Injuries: What To Do
JoJo Maman Bebe – How to Safety Proof you Home
https://www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk/littleextras/lifestyle/a-simple-guide-to-safety-proofing-your-home/ Emma recently wrote for JoJo Maman Bebe, sharing top tips advising how you can easily and effectively safety proof your home to prevent any accidents endangering your...
Interschools – The Chinese Coronavirus
We have been featured in the Interschools Advertiser, giving vital health advice on the Chinese coronavirus. For more information, you can go to our article on the subject, or click the image to find out more.
TalkRadio Eamonn Holmes – Wuhan Coronavirus
Emma joins Eamonn Holmes to discuss the novel Wuhan Coronavirus dominating the news at the moment ...
Government Business magazine – Why learning first aid at work is a beneficial life-skill
Emma Hammett, CEO of First Aid for Life recently wrote for Government Business magazine about why learning first aid at work is a beneficial life-skill. Click the image below to find out more. ...
WRCBtv – Christmas First Aid Kit
First Aid for Life has been quoted on the American news website WRCB, covering the essential things to have in your seasonal first aid kit. Click on the image to read the article in full! You can also read our blog article on the same topic by clicking this...
Saga Magazine – Jeremy Paxman and First Aid for Pets
In November, Jeremy Paxman took a course at First Aid For Life's sister company, First Aid for Pets, which he talked about in an interview with Saga Magazine. We had a great time teaching him first aid for his dog and he had a fantastic time learning vital first aid...
Birmingham Live – Button Batteries
Emma Hammett, CEO and founder of First Aid for Life, is quoted in Birmingham Live, warning and giving advice on the risks posed by button batteries. Click on the picture to read the full article.
The Mirror Online – Button Batteries
First Aid For Life's Emma Hammett has been quoted in The Mirror Online, giving advice on how to deal with the dangers of button batteries over Christmas. Click on the picture to read the full article.
PACEY – How to Help a Choking Child
First Aid For Life CEO Emma Hammett has written an article for PACEY (Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years) on what to to should your child start choking. Click on the image to read the full article.
The Irish Times – What to Do in an Emergency at Christmas | Falling Off a Ladder or Chair
Emma Hammett, founder of first aid training provider First Aid For Life, provided expert advice for The Irish Times for readers in the lead up to Christmas.
London Mums Magazine – Firework Safety and Keeping Children Safe
Emma Hammett RGN wrote this piece for London Mum's Magazine advising families on how to stay safe during halloween and bonfire night
BBC Radio 4 – Jeremy Paxman on our First Aid for Dogs Course
This clip is from Saturday Live on BBC Radio Four in which the presenters and guests discuss Jeremy Paxman's experience on our very own First Aid for Dogs course! Paxman was interviewed and featured in several publications about his experience learning dog...
TalkRadio: Eamonn Holmes – First Aid for Falls, A&E times & more…
? Emma Hammett RGN, CEO of First Aid for Life, went into TalkRadio to join Eamonn Holmes on his Drivetime show to discuss falls, A&E and more.
Nappy Valley – Keeping Pets & Humans Safe during Fireworks Season
Useful article on how to keep children and pets happy over Halloween and seasonal firework displays. Click the image for the full piece!
Mirror Online – How to Revive your Dog
Talkradio: Mike Graham – Pets and Fireworks
Keeping Pets Safe & Stress-Free During Fireworks
Keeping Pets Safe & Stress Free in the midst of Firework Displays
Stay Safe Conference Review – RoSPA Journal
Life-Saving Defibrillators in the Workplace – Numed Healthcare
UK Active – Why Defibrillators Save Lives & Why All Sports Clubs Should Have One
ukactive exists to improve the health of the nation by getting more people, more active, more often. ukactive provides services and facilitates partnerships for a broad range of organisations, all of which support our vision and have a role to play in achieving that...
Baby Magazine – Safety Proofing your Home
Little London – First Aid in Schools
Talkradio: Mike Graham – First Aid for a Choking Dog
On 14 August 2019, Emma showed Mike Graham how to save a choking dog!
Business & IP Centre – First Aid and the Law
TalkRadio: Mike Graham – Can Alexa Save my Life?
BBC Radio Scotland – First Aid for Dogs
The Times – Review of First Aid for Dogs Course
Escape The Rat Race – Interview
EP80: Emma Hammett- Nurse to Online Course Creator Link to share: https://www.etrr.online/emma-hammett-podcast/
TalkRadio: Mike Graham – Performing CPR
If you saw someone collapse, would you know how to save their life?@Iromg | @firstaidforlife pic.twitter.com/6M0yhRnuq9— talkRADIO (@talkRADIO) May 29, 2019
Primary School Management Magazine – Is Your School Ready to Teach First Aid?
The law is changing in 2020, so that schools will have to teach first aid to pupils. This is a special article to help readers of the magazine Primary School Magazine get to grips with the new requirements. Read in full here.
Interschool Advertisers – Why Should Schools Teach First Aid?
London Mums – Importance of Teaching First Aid in Schools
Really Helpful Club – Exam Stress & Managing your Child’s Panic Levels
An article for members of the online community The Really Helpful Club explaining how to help children through stressful periods such as exam season.
The Hippocratic Post – Hearing Loss
Do you know the 60/60 method to reduce harm caused by headphones? Click here to read the full article.
Weaning Week – Difference Between Gagging and Choking
For Weaning Week 2019, Emma wrote an expert guide for parents who are weaning their children off milk to solid foods. This can be a daunting period, due to the fear many parents have of choking. Emma's guide explains everything you need to know and all the safety...
Santander UK Women Business Leaders Event – Panellist
Emma was asked to be a part of the Santander Women Business Leaders panel for an event on the evening of 8 May 2019. It was a chance to impart advice and experience with the audience of female entrepreneurs.
TalkRadio: Mike Graham – 1 in 3 People Can’t Use First Aid
PACEY – Febrile Convulsions
PACEY is the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years. In this article, Emma explains all there is to know about febrile convulsions, which are common in babies and children under 5 years of age and appear scary but are actually rarely dangerous if you...
Families SE London – First Aid Legislation
The law is changing from 2020 to require all schools to teach first aid to children. Families SE have reported on it, featuring First Aid for Life. To read the full magazine visit their website here.
Talkhealth – How Grapefruit Could Have A Disastrous Effect on Your Medication
To read the full article detailing the risks of mixing grapefruit & other juices with prescription medications on Talkhealth's website, click here.
British Dental Journal – Open The Airway
In this special article for the BDJ, Emma advises on oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways in the final article of a whole series Emma wrote on Resuscitation in a dental setting. Click here to read it in full!
SheerLuxe – Everything You Need to Know About Panic Attacks
As part of Stress Awareness Month, Emma delivered expert advice to SheerLuxe for their report on panic attacks. Emma covers who is most at risk, how to cope with them and the level of danger they pose to a sufferer. To read the article, just click here!
CLO PR – Interview
A lovely in-depth interview on the importance of first aid training, being an entrepreneur and personal motivations/goals with the hugely positive London PR agency Clo.
Daily Mail – Mini Eggs Choking Hazard
London Mums Magazine – Interview
Baby London – ‘Meet the Experts’ Series on Baby Care Advice
The Independent Schools Magazine – First Aid Regulations
Baby&Me Magazine – Keeping Kids Safe on Holiday
Daily Mail – Cut Out & Keep Guide to Staying Out of A&E
Daily Mail – How to Save Lives in Event of a Terror Attack
Click here to view the full print article that appeared in the Daily Mail in September 2014 (double page spread!)
London Mums Magazine – The importance of First Aid Training
British Geriatrics Society – Frailty in Older People
Emma attended a fascinating meeting at the Royal Society of Medicine on the impact of frailty in the treatment of older people. The meeting was presented by the British Geriatrics Society; chaired by Dr Mashkur Khan, President of the Geriatric and Gerontology...
The Parents’ Directory: South London – Bites & Stings in Springtime
Baby Magazine – First Aid for Your Baby
British Journal of School Nursing – Accident Prevention for Nurses
Importance of accident prevention for school nurses - click on the image or on this text for the full PDF document published in the British Journal of School Nursing, May 2017.
British Journal of School Nursing – Knife Crime & Stabbings
Article on the capacity for first aid to help in the event of catastrophic bleeding ( the most likely cause of death after a stabbing) published in the March 2019 edition of the British Journal of School Nursing.
London Mums Magazine – First Aid Training to Become Mandatory
SheerLuxe – What To Do In The Case Of Having A Stroke
We’re conditioned to believe that strokes only happen to the elderly, but contrary to popular belief, you can actually suffer a stroke at any age. Here, we asked the experts what to do in the case of an emergency. 7th March 2019 After the unexpected death of 90210 and...
TalkRadio: Eamonn Holmes – First Aid for Stabbings
MailOnline – Shrove Tuesday Safety
From not flipping your pancakes as much to using wooden-handled pans: First aid expert reveals how to stay safe this Shrove Tuesday Many are overly enthusiastic when flipping pancakes or hold hot pan handlesSlipping on spilt fat caused by tossing pancakes is also a...
British Dental Journal – How to Save a Life With CPR & AEDs
SearchE-alertSubmitLogin Feature | Published: 01 February 2019 How to save a life with CPR and an AED Emma Hammett BDJ Team volume6, Article number: 19037 (2019) | Download Citation Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life outlines how to use a defibrillator in the event of...
MailOnline – Raynaud’s, Dry Skin & Chapped Lips
For the full article click here: https://onlinefirstaid.com/winter/
TalkRadio: Penny Smith – Improving Firework Safety
Talk Radio discussing the dangers of fireworks, how to make fireworks safer and reduce the stress and noise pollution for vulnerable groups and pets. To listen to the debate with Penny Smith click here
BritMums – Safety at Christmas
21 DECEMBER 2018 Each year our hospitals see a festive swell of more than 80,000 people needing treatment for injuries such as falls, cuts and burns during the Christmas holidays. According to the NHS, around 6,000 of those injured, will need to be admitted. Of...
Hippocratic Post – Dangers of Christmas for Pets
The dangers of Christmas for pets Emma Hammett | 10th December 2018 | ALL CREATURES | No Comments Share: Christmas is potentially a very dangerous for your pets. Copious amounts of chocolate are around at this time of year. It starts on December 1st with...
Mail on Sunday – Indoor Pollution
Why you should never dry clothes on a radiator or light scented candles in your home: Expert reveals how pollution INSIDE your home can cause asthma attacks and damage your lungs First aid expert Emma Hammett warns of the dangers of indoor air pollution Damp air can...
Daily Mail – Blood Donation Myths
You CAN donate blood if you have a tattoo, are on medication, menstruating or a vegetarian: Nurse busts 20 myths around giving blood Hospitals need an additional 190,000 new donors every year to meet demand 81% of 18-24 years olds have never given blood, says nurse...
Daily Express – Lifesaving Bleed Kits
Knife campaigners call for lifesaving 'bleed' kits GIVING first-aid kits to the public and all police response units could help save the lives of stabbing victims, campaigners said yesterday By MICHAEL KNOWLES, EXCLUSIVE PUBLISHED: 10:45, Fri, Nov 16, 2018 |...
Age UK Blog – Staying Safe at Home
Staying safe at home Blog written by Joe Oldman, Housing and Transport Policy Manager, Age UK We know that safe and accessible housing promotes health, wellbeing, and independence and prevents unnecessary injuries, accidents, and deaths. But for many older people,...
Time & Leisure – Staying Safe for Older People
At the beginning of this month, on the United Nations International Day of Older Persons, the Royal Hospital Chelsea hosted the launch of a vital new initiative ‘Stay Safe for Older People’ with the aim to help older people lead healthy and independent lives. The Stay...
TalkRadio: Eamonn Holmes – Firework Safety
BritMums – Firework Related Accidents
As the dark nights draw in, there are lots of occasions where fireworks feature and add to the festivities. In this article, first aid expert, Emma Hammett tells us about the facts we need to be aware of. Official figures show that...
British Dental Journal – The Recovery Position
A guide to the recovery position - British Dental Journal - Verified CPD Feature | Published: 02 November 2018 Emma Hammett BDJ Team volume5, Article number: 18201 (2018) | Download Citation In the first of a series of articles outlining the basics of life support...
TalkRadio: Eamonn Holmes – First Aid Advice
NappyValleyNet – Firework Safety
ENSURING FIREWORKS ARE MEMORABLE FOR ALL THE RIGHT REASONS! Last Updated on : 26th October 2018 As winter approaches there are many festivities to look forward to which feature fireworks such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. There...
Thrive Global – Halloween Safety Guide
Halloween – Your Ultimate Guide to Staying Safe and Sane on the Scariest Night of the Year Top tips to stay safe and first aid advice should things go wrong Whether you love Halloween or loathe it, the occasion is growing in popularity. For many,...
Goldman Sachs – Launch of Stay Safe Week
The Health Writer – Slips, Trips and Fractured Hips
Health Medicine Network – Grapefruit’s Effect on Medication
Grapefruit can seriously affect your medicine, experts reveal Have you ever seen the instruction on your medication ‘do not take this medicine with grapefruit juice’ and wondered why? You’re not alone. At least 53 medications can be made less effective by the citrus...
Daily Mail – Grapefruit & Medication
How GRAPEFRUIT can seriously affect your medicine: Expert reveals 53 drugs that are made dangerously strong or weak by eating the fruit Grapefruit is able to disrupt a chemical in the intestine which breaks down drugs This means it can change the way the body absorbs...
BritMums – The Sandwich Generation
Tips for the sandwich generation There comes a stage for many mums when their biggest concerns are no longer their little ones, but their own parents. The term ‘sandwich generation’, describes simultaneously meeting the needs of both our children and our parents....
British Geriatrics Society – Stay Safe
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The Hippocratic Post – Measles is Back
Measles is back Emma Hammett | 6th September 2018 | GLOBAL REACH, INFECTION/DISEASE, NHS, PAEDIATRICS | 1 Comment Share: Measles cases across Europe have hit a record high, causing 37 deaths this year. New figures from the World Health Organisation show a staggering...
Essex Live – Maltesers Potential as a Choking Hazard
https://www.essexlive.news/news/nurse-warns-maltesers-buttons-advert-1809809
LadBible – Maltesers Potential as a Choking Hazard
July 20th 2018 0 Shares First Aid Expert Calls Out 'Deadly' Maltesers Game In Advert Jess Hardiman in NEWS A first aid expert has spotted a what they think is a big, potentially fatal problem with the Maltesers Buttons ad, which involves a seemingly harmless game of...
The Mirror – Choking Hazards of Maltesers’ Advertising Game
https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/maltesers-buttons-advert-game-looks-12953721
Mail Online – Risks of Game Played in Maltesers Advert
The Hippocratic Post – Alabama Rot
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Time & Leisure – Swim Safe
Here are some top tips for keeping your children safe aroudn water this summer. To read the full article click here
The Hippocratic Post – Football Injuries & Pitch Safety
Emma's advice about how to stay safe during football season. To read the full article click here
London Mums Magazine – Stay Safe in the Sun
To read our full article on staying safe in the sunshine click here!
Mail Online – Six Most Common Childhood Actions
During Child Safety Week, Emma's advice about the 6 most common childhood accidents and how to prevent them was featured in The Mail Online. Click here to read the full article.
The Hippocratic Post – Home Safety
For Child Safety Week 2018, Emma runs through some top tips to help make your home safer. To read the full article, click here
Love Sport Radio – First Aid Training in Schools
Emma was on Love Sport Radio, talking about the importance of first aid being taught in schools.
The Hippocratic Post – Wedding First Aid
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TalkRadio: Drive Time Show – Expert Advice
Emma discusses how to fast safely during Ramadan, as well as some of the health benefits of fasting.
The Hippocratic Post – Insomnia & A&E
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Government Business – Legal Requirements for First Aid at Work
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Evening Standard – How to Help Knife & Gun Crime Victims
Click here to read the full article. A first aid expert has revealed her “simple steps” to helping victims of stabbings and shootings amid a shocking wave of violent crime in London. Emma Hammett, an experienced nurse and the founder of First Aid for Life, provides a...
Mail Online – Helping Shooting & Stabbing Victims
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Mail Online – Trivial Reasons for Turning Up at Casualty
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Primary School Management – How Schools Should Respond to Allergies
London Mums – Answering Parents’ Questions
Mail Online – Mini Easter Eggs as Choking Hazards
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NCT – Safety Advice for New Parents
British Dental Journal – Dealing With Asthma
Asthma is an extremely common chronic condition that can be triggered and exacerbated by the stress of visiting the dentist. When someone is having an asthma attack, their airways go into spasm which causes tightness of the chest; the linings of the airways become...
Daily Mail – 8 Top Tips to Avoid Christmas Accidents
From undercooked turkey to mistletoe poisoning, a first-aid expert has revealed her top tips for an accident-free Christmas. Christmas is an exciting time where families join together to celebrate, yet, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents...
GoPlayGo Podcast #3 – Children’s Activity Provider
GoPlayGo Podcast #3 is now available. Listen to me speak on how I started the business and what activity providers need to know about First Aid as well as some exclusive marketing tips. "Facebook Live" is one of the best ways to market" - find out why! iTunes Podcast...
The Huffington Post – Safe Driving & How To Help In A Car Accident
Between June 2016 – June 2017, a horrifying 27,130 people were killed or seriously injured as the result of accidents on the road. In most EU countries, first aid forms a mandatory element of driving tests. However, in the UK first aid training is not an integral part...
The Huffington Post – Keeping Safe This Bonfire Night
During the four weeks around November the 5th, around 1,000 people will be injured from fireworks. Of these accidents, nearly 600 are likely to occur at home or private parties and nearly 400 accidents involve children under the age of 13. Although great fun,...
NCT Special Delivery – ‘Tis The Season to be Careful
Daily Mail – Helping People in Danger
Mail Online article- Why you shouldn't try to be a hero when helping people in danger. New research by University of Waterloo suggests that sometimes helping people in danger doesn't always save lives. It can actually cause more problems. This can happen when the...
Huffington Post – Sepsis The Silent killer
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Living the Life- Helping a Choking Child
Islam Channel (Living the Life)- How to Help a Choking Child On Living the Life Emma Hammett explains how to help a choking child in an emergency. It is important you are able to know what to do if you find someone choking. This is a very common accident to happen and...
PACEY – Helping Young Children with Asthma
PACEY: Helping Young Children with Asthma Asthma is an extremely common chronic condition, with one in eleven children affected. It is the most common respiratory disorder of children. There are over 25,000 emergency hospital admissions for asthma amongst children in...
Morton Michel – Head Injuries
Morton Michel - Head Injuries Babies and children bump their heads a lot. It is important that you are aware of when a head injury becomes dangerous. Find out when you should be worried by reading the full article. Read full article by following the link or clicking...
Wandsworth Radio – Accident prevention
Wandsworth Radio - The Kids Are Alright Show with Fayon It's a show of 2 halves! In the 2nd half, mum, expert first aider and author Emma Hammett from First Aid for life shares tips on prevention and her new book: Burns, Falls and Emergency Calls. Speaking about burns...
NCT – Bumped Heads
NCT Magazine - Bumped Heads Head injuries are extremely common, particularly in small children as they are the wrong height for everything, are head heavy and totally oblivious to most things around them. As a parent, it can be frightening when your little one has hit...
The Hippocratic Post – First Aid for Amputated Fingers
Hippocratic Post - first aid for an amputated finger Amputated tips of fingers and toes are very common injuries and with the right initial first aid treatment, they can very often be successfully re-attached. Amputated Finger: What to Do Read full article by...
MailOnline – Accidental Finger Amputation
Mail Online - What to do if you accidentally chopped off part of your finger? Accidentally chopping off part of your finger is a worry many face in the presence of sharp knives. But there's no longer any reason to freeze in horror if the unfortunate incident does...
The Hippocratic Post – Tourniquets
Hippocratic Post - To tourniquet or not tourniquet? There is discussion about whether people should be trained in how to use a tourniquet to stanch blood loss in the event that they come across a stabbing victim - or they are stabbed themselves. Emma Hammett shares...
British Journal of School Nursing – First Aid Requirements in Schools
British Journal of School Nursing: Fulfilling the first aid requirements in schools Schools may struggle to navigate the legislation surrounding first aid requirements in schools. Emma Hammett provides an overview of the requirements that need to be met and offers...
Journal of Family Health – First Aid Training
Journal of Family Health - First Aid Training Does it meet the needs of health professionals? Emma Hammett explains why she believes healthcare professionals should undergo specialist first aid training, to ensure a calm and appropriate response to some of the...
CV Magazine – Empowering People to Save Lives
CV Magazine - Empowering people to save lives Emma Hammett is a respected expert, author and spokesperson on first aid and accident prevention, she regularly appears in mainstream press, TV and radio. In this article she explains her feelings on First Aid for...
British Journal of School Nursing – Acute Anaphylaxis
British Journal of School Nursing: Acute Anaphylaxis It has been estimated that at least one quarter of school children in Europe are affected by allergies, which may affect quality of life and school performance and even put them at risk of severe allergic reactions...
Early Years Childcarer – Six Signs of Sepsis
Early Years Childcarer: Six Signs of Sepsis Sepsis is a devastating condition that affects over 150,000 and kills more than 44,000 people in the UK every year. Would you know how to recognise it? Emma Hammett from First Aid for Life outlines the six signs of sepsis...
Families magazine: Be a lifesaver
Families magazine: Be a lifesaver We were delighted to hear from Robina Cowan, Editor of Families South East, who said she was inspired by our New Years Resolutions newsletter and blog so took action and featured our courses in her New Year magazine to...
NCT magazine: How Safe is Your Home
NCT Magazine - How Safe is Your Home Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life helps us think about safety within our home and gives advice on how to deal with any accidents that may occur. The six most common reasons for accidents are: Falls, Suffocation/Strangulation,...
Victoria Derbyshire Show (BBC) – NHS Debate
BBC Victoria Derbyshire - NHS Debate Emma Hammett was invited to appear on the BBC Victoria Derbyshire show to discuss the state of the NHS. See our short extract from the debate below or by following the link BBC Victoria Derbyshire - State of the NHS: February...
British Library: Serious Business of Saving Lives
The Serious Business of Saving Lives First Aid for Life joined Innovating for Growth at a point where, although it was trading comfortably and making a profit, the potential to scale up and grow further was not being realised. The programme helped Emma to look at...
Essential Surrey & SW London: Doggie First Aid
Essential Surrey & SW London - The Wandsworth: Pet Issue Would you know what to do if your beloved pooch was choking? Samantha Laurie learns some life-saving skills in Dog First Aid by First Aid for Pets.net "In a basement studio in Balham, ten of us are gathered...
MailOnline – DIY Guide to Save Your Own Life
Mail Online - DIY Guide when you are choking Choking. You don't know how scary it is until you've experienced it yourself. Running around gasping for breath, there's just moments before your inability to take a breath will kill you.But instead of panicking, there's...
Hippocratic Post – DIY guide when you are choking
The Hippocratic Post - DIY Guide when you are choking There are defined protocols and procedures to help someone who is choking, but what can you do, if it happens to you? Here is my DIY guide for how you can help yourself, and what you definitely shouldn’t do... Read...
Rugby Club Magazine – Head Injury Advice
Rugby Club Magazine - Head Injury Advice: When to play on We have all witnessed the inevitable clash of heads during a match and the dilemma of the coach and match officials to do the right thing... Read full article by clicking on the images below or follow the link...
SPA Elemental Magazine – Keeping Staff & Clients Safe
Spa Elemental - Keeping your staff and clients safe and top tips should an accident happen SPA Elemental: Page 33-34 (November 2016)
LSE Student’s Union – Beyond the Classroom: First Aid
Beyond the Classroom: First Aid LSE Students' Union: Beyond the Classroom (December 2016)
Baby London – Febrile Convulsions
Meet the Experts - My Friend's Nine Month Old Suffered a Febrile Convulsion Baby London Magazine (Nov/Dec 2016)
The Portland Hospital Magazine – Nurture Loves Us
Nurture Loves...First Aid for Life The Portland Hospital Magazine - Nurture: Page 76(Autumn / Winter 2016)
British Journal of School Nursing – Head Injury in Schools
Head Injury: Knowing the Symptoms and Risks Download PDF article here: BJSN - Head Injury First Aid for Life British Journal of School Nursing (Nov 2016)
British Library: Enjoying Fireworks Safely with First Aid for Life
Enjoying Fireworks Safely with First Aid for Life The British Library - Innovation and Enterprise Blog (November 2016)
NCT Magazine: Christmas First Aid
Christmas First Aid: how to prevent dangers and what to do if accidents happen NCT Special Delivery e-magazine: Pages 42-44 (Autumn 2016)
RADIO – Wandsworth Radio with @MrsStylistLDN
Wandsworth Work Day with Emma Gordon (AKA @MrsStylistLDN) and Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life LISTEN to our short 4 minute extract: Enjoy listening to the full show here Wandsworth Radio - Wandsworth Workday (September 2016)
Tinies – Stay Sun Safe
Stay Sun Safe Tinies Childcare UK - Our Favourites (Summer 2016)
Tinies – Halloween Fireworks Safety Tips
Halloween Fireworks First Aid and Safety Tips Tinies Childcare Our Favourites (October 2016)
Essential South West – First Aid Tips for teenagers
First Aid Tips for teenagers - Party Crisis Sam Laurie - Essential Surrey & South West (Nov 2016)
INTERSCHOOLS Advertiser – Teenagers equipped to help
Why teenagers must have the skills and confidence to help in an emergency (Page 18-19) Read the full article HERE For more information on our First Aid for Teenagers courses, visit https://firstaidforlife.org.uk/first-aid-courses/first-aid-teenagers/ Inter Schools...
Small Steps – What to do if a child is choking
What to do if a child is choking - Parenting Tips / Child Safety Read the full article HERE Small Steps Magazine (Autumn 2016)
The Creative Life Show – First Aid
The Creative Life Show with Emma Hammett LISTEN: What to do when someone steals your work, with Emma Hammett by Joanna Pieters What Emma did when a member of staff stole her creative ideas How to deliver...
NCT Special Delivery Magazine 2016
Holiday First aid: The facts every parent should know when taking babies and children on holiday. NCT Special Delivery e-magazine...
British Journal of School Nursing – Asthma and Schools
Asthma Attack: Making Sure Your Schools Are Prepared British Journal of School Nursing (July 2016)
The Parents Directory – Meningitis and Sepsis
Meningitis and Sepsis The Parents Directory (Spring/Summer 2016)
The Parents Directory – Asthma & Children
Asthma and Choking The Parents Directory (Autumn/Winter 2015)
London Mums – How to Help if Your Child is Choking
How to Help if Your Child is Choking London Mums (Spring 2015)
Smallish – Crisis Management
Smallish Magazine - Crisis Management Smallish (1st June 2015)
The London BABY+toddler Directory safety around the home
Safety around the home The London BABY+toddler Directory 19th edition
South West – Award-winning company
South West - Award-winning company South West (Sepetember 2015)
Families – Choking – how to help a choking child
Choking - how to help a choking child Families Magazine (November 2015)
INTERSCHOOLS Advertiser – Asthma How to Help
ASTHMA - How to Help Inter school Advertiser (Winter Term 2015)
Absolutely Mama – Treating Scalds and Burns
Ask the Experts - Treating Scalds and Burns Absolutely Mama Magazine (February/March 2016)
Baby London – Keeping Safe in the Sun
Meet the Experts - Keeping Safe in the Sun Baby London Magazine (July/Aug 2015)
Baby London – Flying with Toddlers
Baby London - Flying with Toddlers Baby London Magazine (July/Aug 2016)
Hot Courses: First Lady of First Aid
Emma Hammett - First Lady of First Aid Hot Courses - The Ultimate Guide (2016)
Channel 5 News – How to Help a Choking Child
Emma Hammett, First Aid Expert - How to Help a Choking Child First Aid for Life interviewed LIVE for Channel 5 giving advice on the immediate and appropriate action to take if your child is choking Channel 5 News (November 2015)
South London Press – Top Tips to Reduce Risks
Safe & Sound: Top Tips to Reduce Risks South London Press (June 2015)
NCT Magazine – Meningitis & Sepsis
Parenthood - Meningitis & Sepsis: The facts every parent should know NCT Magazine - Clapham & District Branch (Spring/Summer 2016)
FSB The Voice – Best Business Award
You are the Champions - firm scoops top Award: Best Business Award 2015 Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) The Voice (Oct/Nov 2015)
Baby London – Happy Safe Homes
Happy Safe Homes - Advice on Keeping Your Family Safe at Christmas Baby London Magazine (Nov/Dec 2015)
British Library: How to take your business online
OnlineFirstAid.com - How to Take Your Business Online British Library: Innovation and Enterprise Blog (June 2015)
Islam Channel – Living the Life
Emma Hammett, First Aid Expert - How to help with a heart attack, CPR demonstration and use of a defibrillator (AED) Emma was thrilled to join Living for Life presenters on the Islam Channel to demonstrate the skills needed to deal with a heart attack, CPR and and AED...
Sky News – Importance of First Aid Skills
Emma Hammett, First Aid Expert - Crucial importance of First Aid Skills and Confidence First Aid for Life interviewed for SKY News to comment on the latest St Johns Ambulance hard-hitting campaign urging parents to learn Basic First Aid Sky News (October...
Project Baby – How to Help a Choking Child
How to Help a Choking Child Project Baby Magazine (Dec 15 /Jan 2016)
RADIO – The Rational Health Service: Expert
Resident First Aid Expert on Digital Radio Series Emma Hammett enjoyed being resident expert on the popular digital radio show, The Rational Health Service and a selection of podcasts are available below: Interview with Emma Hammett Safety with Fireworks Staying safe...
Darling – First Aid Training: know what to do
First Aid Training - Knowing What to Do Could Be a Life Saver! Darling Magazine - Kingston & Surbiton (April 2016)
Jo Jo Maman Bebe – Safety Tips for Swimming with Little Ones
Safety Tips for Swimming with Little Ones Jo Jo Maman Bebe Blog (April 2016)
Families – When is a child old enough to babysit?
When is a Child Old Enough to Babysit? Families Magazine (May 2016)
Absolutely Mama – Safety First
Safety First - What to do in the event of Febrile Convulsions Absolutely Mama Magazine (May 2016)
Baby London – Meet the Experts
Meet the Experts - Keeping Your Little Ones Safe Baby London Magazine (May/Jun 2016)
Baby London – All You Need to Know
Baby First Aid - All You Need to Know Baby London Magazine (Sep/Oct 2015)
