Christmas can be a magical time of the year for getting together with family and friends at festive parties and gatherings. However, they also lead to an increase in accidents, for both humans and pets during what is already the busiest time of the year for the emergency services. According to ROSPA people visiting the…
As the hot weather continues here are some tips to help you stay safe in the sun. Dehydration is a common side effect of high temperatures and outdoor time during the summer. Keeping everyone well hydrated is particularly important in this hot weather. Drink plenty of water and don’t forget to look out for those…
Head Injuries are common. From regular minor bumps as children to slips and falls as adults. The question is how do we know whether it is serious or not? The signs and symptoms are usually a great help to recognising the severity of a head Injury. It is important to look out for anything unusual…
As the warm and sunny weather returns, it is extremely common for people to get bitten or stung by an insect or bug, particularly when eating outside or walking around barefoot. Possible Signs and Symptoms of a Sting: Pain where the casualty has been stung Redness and swelling around the site of the sting What…
We have had a busy and interesting few weeks teaching First Aid Courses to staff from local businesses and schools in High Wycombe and the surrounding areas in Buckinghamshire. Participants on the First Aid Courses Included staff from Buckinghamshire Business First, Charity sectors, personal trainers and sports coaches, first aid training for school staff. Topics…
Burns are common, painful and life changing injuries that can occur under many circumstances, in and out of the workplace. There are lots of myths out there about how to deal with a burn. You may have heard of putting butter on burns. However, any oily substances keep the heat in. So, this will not…
First Aid Kits are really essential which need to be accessible when an emergency situation arises. It is important to have a well organised, in date and fully stocked first aid kit at your workplace so that you are able to treat injuries immediately. It is also imperative that your first aid box is properly…
We have had a busy and interesting few weeks teaching First Aid Courses to staff from local businesses in High Wycombe and the surrounding areas in Buckinghamshire. We taught several Emergency First Aid at Work Courses for individuals and local businesses in High Wycombe, Marlow and Bourne End. Participants on the First Aid Courses Included…
Meningitis is a fatal disease that can develop very quickly and can lead to long term complications such as deafness, limb loss and severe brain damage. It can happen to anyone at any age. It is super important that you recognise any early signs and symptoms and get medical help quickly. Meningitis is an infection…
What are Febrile Convulsions? A febrile convulsion is a fit or seizure which occurs most frequently in babies or young children who are unwell and have a high body temperature. A febrile convulsion occurs most commonly in children under the age of five. Young children can suffer from common infections such as ear infections,…
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