First Aid, Advice News & Updates
How Many People Die in Their Sleep and Why? A staggering 1 in 8 people die in their sleep and it is estimated that between 25,000 and 45,000 people worldwide die in their sleep every day. This is not necessarily a bad thing, as it is the way most of us would like to...
As flu season arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting ill. Statistics from February this year show the increased strain on the NHS with 3,372 patients a day with flu. But what is the difference between the various strains of flu, how can we...
The DRABCDE approach gives you a calm, structured way to check for and treat life threatening problems in order of priority. It is used by first aiders and healthcare professionals alike. DRABCDE stands for Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability...
The Paediatric Assessment Triangle (often shortened to PAT) is a simple, rapid visual check to help you quickly decide how sick a child is and how urgently they need help. Children can mask symptoms and may not immediately appear as sick or injured as they actually...
Sepsis is responsible for over 50,000 deaths in the UK each year, 5 people die from it every hour. A distressing 246,000 people contract the condition, which can have life-changing implications. In fact, many of the symptoms of sepsis are unknown by most people...
Last year I went to see my GP as I felt something was pulling inside my right arm. The doctor looked and said it wasn’t anything to worry about. Later this year having returned unwell from nursing in Africa, I managed to see another GP. I asked her to have a look at...
neffy is available in the UK as the first anaphylaxis nasal spray and as an alternative to adrenaline auto-injectors. It is a non-invasive, needle-free anaphylaxis medication available in addition to adrenaline auto-injectors such as EpiPens and Jext. The neffy...
In a recent survey from the British Heart Foundation, they found that 1 in 3 adults would not know how to help someone if they were unconscious and not breathing normally. 96% of them would call an ambulance, but the vast majority would not have a clue how to help...
Diabetes in a nutshell: the difference between high and low blood sugar - (Hyperglycaemia and Hypoglycaemia), what is diabetes and how to recognise there might be a problem. First Aid tips and advice for anyone with Diabetes and those who care for them. Going...
EYFS Safeguarding and First Aid Requirement Changes as from 1st September 2025 The early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework is mandatory for all early years settings. It sets the standards that all early years providers must meet to ensure that children...
Burns are extremely common, painful and potentially life-changing injuries. Burns frequently become infected and scarring from burns is often disfiguring and permanent. In fact, British hospitals treat 13,000 burns injuries each year. 200 people die from burns related...
Autumn in the UK usually heralds the start of firework season. There are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. Public displays are by far the safest way to enjoy fireworks. However,...
Teenagers and young people are the most likely to push boundaries and take risks when things go wrong. It is vital that teenagers have the skills and confidence to help each other and themselves. A survey commissioned by the British Red Cross revealed worrying...
As a keen amateur golfer myself, I am well aware of the many health and wellbeing benefits resulting from a round of golf. However, it is important to recognise that this is a sport played with metal implements, a hard ball and can involve people riding relatively...
There has been growing concern over the long-term effects of head injuries. Consequently, many influential sporting groups have come together to provide a cohesive approach to managing head injuries in sports. The following article outlines their findings and...
