Burns – The best advice for treating a burn
Burns are extremely common, painful and potentially life-changing injuries. Burns frequently become infected and scarring from burns is often disfiguring…
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How to enjoy a flipping good Pancake Day without injury
Pancake day traditionally started to use up luxury ingredients prior to Lent. However, now it has now become a great…
Safety whilst skiing
Skiing is a great option for a fun and active family holiday however the adrenaline rush is not without risks!…
Measles – The outbreak you need to know about
The UK has seen an increase in measles cases in the last few months, what has caused this increase and…
How to treat a fever: Top tips
It is extremely common for someone who is ill to develop a fever. What is a fever? A part of…
Cold weather and how to survive it
During the winter months it is important to protect yourself from the dangers of cold weather. The elderly, frail and…
Winter ailments and how to deal with them
Are you plagued by constant minor winter illness – not severe enough to need a sick note – but which leave…
How to help whilst waiting for an ambulance
How to help whilst waiting for an ambulance: If you are first on the scene and find someone who has…
Why learning first aid should be your New Year resolution
As the new year begins, everyone is once again talking about new year resolutions. This year more than ever before,…
Urgent Help Needed: First aid for dogs
URGENT HELP NEEDED - Do you know anyone who has used first aid to save their dog? Emma Hammett of …