35 Expert tips to avoid germs and stay healthy
Here are some interesting facts about common germs and top practical tips to avoid catching them. Moreover, with the government’s…
Emma Hammett
Minor Head Injuries and Nose Bleeds
Children often have nose bleeds. They can be a result of warm weather or exercise, which dilate the small blood…
Invaluable tech solutions to help older people
Older people are often desperate for both independence and connection. ‘Aging in place’ – enabling someone to remain in their…
Instructional video: How to get up after a fall
https://youtu.be/T9VQDYvLs0o Instructional video advice from Emma Hammett of FirstAidForLife Transcript Advice for someone following a fall: Nearly a third of…
How to get up after a fall
It’s a shocking statistic, but each year over 4,500 people in England and Wales die following a fall. Nearly a…
Babies and first aid: Prevent common emergencies
Babies: from birth to crawling Babies do not come with instructions. They are all different and bring unique challenges. Hormones…
How to manage a heart attack alone
How would you manage a heart attack if you were on your own? According to the British Heart Foundation UK statistics,…
When to go to the vet
15 occasions when you should urgently get your pet to the vet: It can be difficult to assess the severity…
The six signs of sepsis
Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life discusses the six signs of sepsis: Sepsis is a common and potentially life-threatening…
Flu – the ultimate survival guide
Covid-19 has dominated the news this year. As Autumn arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting the flu. But…
Stress and anxiety: 19 proven ways to reduce it
Prolonged stress is bad for us. It raises our cortisol levels. Stress can manifest itself as a physical and mental…
How to cycle safely
How to cycle safely? The UK Government has recently launched an extensive obesity strategy aimed at getting people fit and…