When can Children be Home Alone?

When can Children be Home Alone?

The NSPCC have published an excellent article and guidance as to the best way to keep your children safe over the summer. Read the full article here Last year the NSPCC received 453 calls and emails from adults concerned about youngsters being left home alone during...
First Aid for Dog Bites

First Aid for Dog Bites

Although most dogs are friendly, they will bite if provoked. Also, animal bites are dirty and frequently get infected. The following information is relevant whether the casualty is another dog or a human: Bites from animals can be jagged and frequently get infected....
Lyme Disease and Ticks

Lyme Disease and Ticks

Lyme Disease and Ticks Tick bites Ticks are tiny creatures that live in woodland and grassy areas, they are particularly prevalent if there are deer and other wildlife. They are blood sucking and bite into the skin to feed on blood. Initially they are extremely small,...