first aid

Heart attacks and cardiac arrest

Heart attacks can happen to anyone, of any age. Although they are more likely to occur in older people. In…

It is commonly thought that hay fever is only a problem in late Spring or the summer months, when the…

Childhood diseases: How to identify them: Following the recent rise in Strep A and Scarlet Fever cases, this article will…

Pancake day traditionally started to use up luxury ingredients prior to Lent. However, now it has now become a great…

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…