Oct 3, 2023
A couple months ago an attendee on a first aid course told me that HSENI said that they couldn’t keep plasters in their first aid kit – I was highly dubious. Last week another attendee told me that on their last first aid training the trainer told them...
Sep 29, 2023
The “Cough CPR” post is doing the rounds on social media again but is it true or is it a myth? Well, the answer is that it is a myth and it is potentially very dangerous. The post goes something like this… “It’s 7.25pm and you are driving...
Mar 10, 2023
Easter is fast approaching and it’s worth reminding everyone that one of my favourites, mini eggs, should not be given to children under the age of 4 however care should be taken whatever the age of the child. Mini eggs are similar in size and shape to grapes...
Jul 27, 2021
MOST stings from sea creatures in the UK are not serious and can be treated with first aid. Some jellyfish don’t sting at all. Sometimes, however, you may need to go to hospital. If you do get stung and there is a life guard on the beach, they just be your first...
Jul 27, 2021
With the absolutely amazing weather that we are currently having and are set to have until next week, can I remind everyone of the dangers of cold water shock. Just because it is hot on land does not necessarily mean it is a great idea to jump into the river, lake or...
Sep 14, 2020
World Sepsis Day is held annually on the 13th September. It’s a day to remind people of the signs and symptoms of Sepsis. Sepsis is the immune systems overreaction to an infection or injury. Normally our immune system fights infection – but sometimes for...
