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How to Choose the Right CPR Training Course for Your Needs

Why CPR Training is Essential Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a critical skill that can save lives in emergency situations. Whether you are a healthcare professional, a workplace safety officer, or a member of the public, knowing how to perform CPR…

The Importance of First Aid Training in the Workplace

Why First Aid Training Matters First aid training is a crucial component of workplace safety. Emergencies can happen at any time, and having employees who are trained in first aid can mean the difference between life and death. From minor…

First Aid for Children: Teaching Kids Basic Life-Saving Skills

Teaching children basic first aid skills is an invaluable way to empower them and ensure they can act confidently in emergencies. By introducing these life-saving techniques at a young age, children can develop the knowledge and confidence to help themselves…

What are the main types of bleeding?

Bleeding is the loss of blood from the circulatory system. It can occur either externally, where blood escapes from the body, or internally, where blood is released from blood vessels inside the body. Bleeding can be a minor inconvenience or…

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Aspirin and the ASPOD®

ASPOD® Emergency Asprin Holder ‘Immediate’ aspirin has been shown to significantly reduce deaths from a heart attack, and the earlier it is taken during a heart attack, the greater the benefit. Aspod® is the only system in the world specifically…

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What is the importance of learning first aid?

In this post, we asked our Paramedic, what is the importance of learning first aid? Unfortunately, in the UK, the number of people and the number of 999 calls are outstretching the services. We have always been very reliant on…

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Serious bleeding

Bleeding can occur from various parts of the body in the case of injury. This can not only be life-threatening but also very distressing for the patient and even for the first aider. When you have to deal with a…

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Fainting

To function properly our brains rely on a continual flow of oxygen which is carried in our blood. When this blood flow is temporarily reduced you may feel a little dizzy sick or just odd and if it is reduced…