What is a seizure?
What is a seizure? A seizure is the medical term for a fit or convulsion. One in twenty people will…
Emma Hammett
Emma Hammett is an experienced nurse and first aid trainer, she has worked in many areas including A&E, Children’s Ward, Burns Unit and Acute medical and surgical wards before becoming hospital manager of Hammersmith and Charing Cross Hospitals. In 2007, she founded First Aid for Life and is shortly going to publish her second book, Burns, Falls and Emergency Calls – The ultimate guide to the prevention and treatment of childhood accidents. Emma is also the founder of First Aid for Pets offering first aid training courses for your pets https://firstaidforpets.net/
Febrile Convulsions and Seizures in Children
Febrile convulsions are incredibly common in babies and small children. Fits or seizures are triggered by a rise in their…
Why women are less likely to receive CPR or survive cardiac arrest
Studies across the UK and the rest of the world reveal that there is continuing stigma and reticence concerning giving…
Heart attacks in Women
The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many people…
How to care for your dog after a burn or scald
How to care for your dog after a burn or scald: If your dog suffers a painful burn or scald,…
How to enjoy a flipping good pancake day without an injury
How to enjoy a flipping good pancake day without an injury: Pancake Day traditionally started to use up luxury ingredients…
Safety whilst skiing
Skiing is a great option for a fun and active family holiday however the adrenaline rush is not without risks!…
What to do if you have an accident when skiing
Skiing is great fun and makes for a fabulous family holiday, but the adrenaline buzz is not without risk. It…
Preventing accidents – How safe is your home?
Preventing accidents - Every year, around 2 million children attend A&E due to accidents. Over 76,000 of these require admission…
Essential Winter Weather Tips for You and Your Pets!
Essential Winter Weather Tips for You and Your Pets! Winter comes with plenty of potential perils for your pet, from…
What parents need to know about Scarlet Fever & Strep A
What parents need to know about Scarlet Fever & Strep A: As winter approaches, health officials are urging parents to…
Heart Attacks and Cardiac Arrests – What’s the Difference?
Heart Attacks and Cardiac Arrests – What’s the Difference? Advice from the leading UK Provider of Online First Aid Courses.…