Eye injuries are always a concern for a first aider because the risk to a casualty’s vision is serious. So, as a first aider, your aim is to prevent the situation from worsening and making sure the casualty is safe and comfortable. Possible Signs and Symptoms: Pain or discomfort in the eye Redness and/or watering…
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,…
We have had a busy and interesting week teaching First Aid Courses to staff from local businesses in High Wycombe and the surrounding areas in Buckinghamshire. We taught a range of First Aid Courses, and these Included Emergency First Aid at Work Courses for individuals and local businesses in High Wycombe and Marlow, Paediatric First…
Sepsis Sepsis is a common and potentially life threatening response to an infection or injury, resulting in widespread inflammation, swelling and blood clots which can lead onto tissue damage, organ failure and deaths. It is essential to recognise the signs and symptoms early, so that sepsis can be treated promptly. Sepsis can be difficult to…
During the winter months it is important to look after yourselves from the dangers of cold weather. Infants, the elderly and frail are the most vulnerable. However, anyone can suffer from hypothermia and it can be serious. Hypothermia occurs when a person’s body temperature drops from the normal 37C to below 35C. Hypothermia can be…
First Aid Training Courses for Individuals, Businesses, Schools, Nurseries, Parents and Sports Professionals in and around High Wycombe, Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, Marlow, Windsor, Amersham, Maidenhead, Ascot and Henley-on-Thames
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