first aid

Staying safe whilst skiing

Skiing is a great option for a fun and active family holiday however the adrenaline rush is not without risks!…

What is a fever? A part of the brain known as the hypothalamus controls body temperature, which usually varies very slightly…

During the winter months it is important to protect yourself from the dangers of cold weather. The elderly, frail and…

Cardiac arrest doesn’t only happen to old people. Every week in the UK, 12 seemingly fit and healthy young people,…

In a recent survey from the British Heart Foundation, they found that 1 in 3 adults would not know how…

As flu season arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting ill. Recent statistics show the increased strain on the…

If you are first on the scene and find someone who has collapsed or had an accident, what you do…

Make a first aid course one of your resolutions: As the new year begins, everyone is once again talking about…

Health essentials everyone needs to survive Christmas: Christmas can be an exciting and magical time of year; however, the festive…

In 2020 there were 131,220 casualties of all severities from road accidents. One way that we can attempt to curb…

A step-by-step guide if your dog is hit by a car When approaching an accident, the most important element is…

Huge crowds can be daunting for any of us, and unfortunately there have been a few high-profile events when things…