First Aid, Advice News & Updates
First aid courses normally teach two different ways of rolling someone into the recovery position. The first is aimed at someone who is unconscious and breathing, and the other is for someone unconscious and breathing but who is suspected of having a spinal injury....
The dangers of button batteries and importance of keeping them safely secured Many devices used button batteries or lithium coin cell batteries. Anything that flashes or makes a sound is likely to contain one of these. If swallowed, these tiny batteries can cause...
Pancake day traditionally started to use up luxury ingredients prior to Lent. However, now it has now become a great family celebration. Statistics have revealed that frighteningly this one evening is often responsible for more people requiring hospital...
Accidents and injuries often occur at home, so knowing how to treat minor injuries at home is important. You must know how to give immediate first aid if someone is injured or ill. Prompt and appropriate first aid saves lives, prevents injuries and illnesses...
During the winter months it is important to protect yourself from the dangers of cold weather. The elderly, frail and very young are at most risk, however, anyone can suffer from hypothermia and it can be very serious. Alcohol makes people more susceptible to...
Being confident in your first aid knowledge is essential for knowing how to help in a medical emergency and avoiding unnecessary trips to the hospital. However, information on the internet and hearsay advice can be misleading and can lead to many first aid myths. In...
Skiing is great fun and makes for a fabulous family holiday, but the adrenaline buzz is not without risk. It is estimated that a staggering 300 million people around the world are involved in winter sports, with 200m skiers and 100m snowboarders, so it is inevitable...
Head injuries Children also frequently bang their heads and it is difficult to tell whether or not they have done any serious damage. Although, most head injuries are not serious and simply result in a bump or bruise. However, severe or repeated head injuries...
There is no doubt that cycling is a great way to improve your physical and mental health. However, cyclists can be particularly vulnerable road users. In this article we offer advice on how to cycle safely, covering the importance of wearing a helmet and how to deal...
Currently, 1 in 5 men shockingly die before their 65th birthday. On average, women live five years longer than men, even in countries where women are disproportionately affected by social inequalities. Several factors contribute to this, with one of the biggest being...
Whether you love Halloween or loathe it, the occasion is growing in popularity. For many, halloween is a spine-chilling spectacular and night of unlimited sweets. For others it is simply overwhelming and intimidating. Whether you favour the full-on horror-fest or will...
The Heart of The Matter According to the British Heart Foundation UK statistics, someone is taken to hospital with a heart attack every three minutes. Many people will be on their own when they have a heart attack. It is vital to know how to help yourself if...
With rising costs and issues with supply, many people are looking to buy toys online, through charity shops and maybe sourcing the must-have item from different places. However, new or second-hand toys may not always be safe and can pose serious hazards. A...
Water beads are particularly popular with small children and can make an excellent present, but the Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued a Product Safety Alert, warning that water beads create a serious danger of choking and suffocation of...
It is the phone call none of us want to make. It means there’s an emergency and help is needed urgently. But do you know what to expect when you dial 999 and what you will be asked? Being aware of the protocols when you dial 999 could prepare you to react calmly and...
