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Dealing with tricky or aggressive situations due to drugs and alcohol
How to help if someone seems out of it, whilst keeping yourself safe from harm We have all seen tricky situations happen or been involved in confrontational situations ourselves, where someone looks like they need help, but we are...
Dangerous game with sweets causing choking concern
A new craze with sweets runs a choking risk that could prove fatal. The new playful Maltesers chocolate buttons adverts demonstrate a dangerous game that increases the risk of choking. One of the adverts shows someone playing tiddlywinks and flicking a chocolate...
Sunscreen – common mistakes we make and should avoid
Sunscreen - common mistakes we make and should avoid when choosing and using sun creams - Can you burn through glass? what do SPF numbers mean? how much sun cream should you put on? when should you re-apply it? will clothing protect you? Summer is here, the sun...
Water safety checklist this summer
Stay safe around water during your holidays with our handy checklist Having fun in the sun during the summer holidays often includes water; be it in a paddling pool, Lido, villa pool, lake, river or the sea. Whilst it is refreshing to take a dip, staying safe is...
Stay safe in the sun this summer
It’s going to be an absolutely scorching week, which is great news for some people, but can be extremely challenging for others; whilst many love being outside in the sunshine, never under estimate the power of the English sun. Please read our top tips to stay safe...
Why all carers should know first aid
These days, many of us have caring roles, both personally and professionally. There has been much talk in the press about the ‘sandwich generation’. This means people in their 30s and 40s are now not only the carer for their children, but are also caring for elderly...
Top tips for keeping your children safe around water this summer
When it’s hot outside, there’s nothing better than having a dip in the pool to cool down. Having a swim with your little ones is not only be great exercise, it is great fun and a real bonding experience. As fun as it can be though, water can also be dangerous, so you...
A guide to the legal requirements concerning first aid for Children’s Activity and Learning Providers
It can be incredibly confusing trying to work out your legal requirements for first aid provision as a small business working with children, providing activities and learning. Children’s Activity and Learning Providers will need to comply with HSE legal requirements...
Therapy dogs in hospitals
Therapy dogs in hospitals Dogs are wonderful creatures – and as most dog owners will testify, they bring with them an enormous sense of friendship and trust. For many people, this can be hugely beneficial and in recent years there has been a move towards more dogs...
Fun things to do this Easter
Fun things to do this Easter Whilst Easter is an opportunity to indulge in lots of chocolate eggs, hot cross buns and family roast dinners, it also offers a perfect chance to get out and about in the fresh air. According to NHS Choices, exercise can help to reduce...
Why is it so important for children to learn first aid?
Why is it so important for children to learn first aid? The Department for Education has just undertaken a consultation on what should be included on the school curriculum for PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education). First aid training is a vital life skill and...
Breaks, Sprains and Dislocations – What you need to know
We all know someone who has had a break, sprain or dislocation at some time. Be it from ice skating, slipping whilst running by the side of a swimming pool, or even just falling badly, these injuries happen all the time, no matter what time of year. Whilst breaks and...
Drug errors may be causing thousands of deaths each year
Drug errors may be causing thousands of deaths each year With 1.15 billion drug prescriptions being made each year, it is no wonder that mistakes are made – but a recent study has shown the problem to be far more significant than previously thought. It has been...
Why defibrillators are so important and how to use them
With around 30,000 people each year suffering a sudden cardiac arrest it is imperative that bystanders know how to respond. A cardiac arrest can affect anyone at any time – from young children at school, to adults when they’re at home, work or out in public places....
Don’t get dehydrated this winter
Don't get dehydrated this winter It’s that time of year when the temperature is dropping and we’re all bundling up to keep warm … so it is strange to think that we are still at risk of dehydration. Here's what you need to know so you don't get dehydrated this winter...
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