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A day at the beach is a wonderful way to enjoy the summer, but it's important to be aware of the potential hazards hidden in the sea and on the shoreline. Jellyfish, Portuguese Man o' War, weever fish...
Read our common sense and expert tips on the best way to protect your baby from the sun and heat.
The Summer Holidays are a lovely time to hopefully be able to take a bit of time off and spend some quality time with our children. However, they are also a peak time for accidental injuries as children...
Travelling with a baby or toddler for the first time can be a daunting and exhausting experience. Read my top tips and practical advice to help smooth the way for a happy and healthy holiday. Flying with little ones is the first challenge. Take small sachets of...
What is Blue-Green Algae? Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in freshwater environments. Despite the name, they are actually a type of bacteria rather than true algae. Under certain conditions, particularly...
Each year in the UK, around 30,000 people experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest can affect anyone, at any age and at any time – from children at school to adults at home, at work or out in public. If victims aren’t treated properly, more...
Pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) all play an important role in preventing sudden cardiac death and treating heart rhythm problems. Although they all involve electricity and the heart, they are...
Myth 1: Anaphylaxis often results in death Fact: Anaphylaxis is potentially life-threatening, but fatal outcomes are extremely rare. Key statistics: • Fatal food anaphylaxis occurs annually just 1–2 people per million • Hospital admissions for anaphylaxis have...
This Histamine is produced by the body during an allergic reaction, an antihistamine counteracts this. Try different antihistamines to see which works best for you. There are older ones that may cause drowsiness and newer ones that don’t. The older ones are...
Ear problems can be very uncomfortable and unpleasant, especially in children. However, they don't usually cause long term problems. Here are the top common ear problems and how to deal with them so they don't cause too much pain or distress. Ear infections...
How to keep children safe in the sun Summer is great, with warmer weather and more time to be outside. However the sun can cause damage to our children’s delicate skins and it is important to know how to stay safe: Don't burn! The sun’s UV rays can quickly damage...
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) works by acting as an external, manual pump for the heart. When a person's heart stops beating effectively (cardiac arrest), blood flow to the brain and other vital organs ceases. CPR helps keep oxygenated blood moving until the...
The correct positioning of AED pads is really important. It has been shown to be critical in ensuring the maximum electric shock flows directly through the heart muscle (the myocardium). If the pads are incorrectly places, the shock can bypass the heart muscle or arc...
A recent study has flagged up that as many as 1 in 5 prescriptions may include mistakes, and it has been estimated that GPs, pharmacists, care homes and hospitals could be making up to 237 million drug errors annually. For some patients these mistakes can be hugely...
Having fun in the sun during the summer holidays often includes water, be it in a paddling pool, Lido, villa pool, lake, river or the sea. However, whilst it is refreshing to take a dip, staying safe is vital. Sadly, drowning can happen quickly and quietly. In fact,...
