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Fitness Resolutions Safety: Preventing Strains and Sprains

Fitness Resolutions Safety: Preventing Strains and Sprains The New Year is a time for fresh starts and positive goals. For many, that includes taking up a new fitness routine, whether it’s a home workout, joining a gym, or enjoying outdoor…

New Year, New Skills: Why You Should Learn First Aid in 2026

New Year, New Skills: Why You Should Learn First Aid in 2026 The start of a new year is always a perfect opportunity to set goals and resolutions — whether that’s getting fitter, learning a new hobby, or improving your…

Choking Risks at Christmas: How to Keep Children and Adults Safe

Choking Risks at Christmas: How to Keep Children and Adults Safe Christmas is a time for joy, celebration, and plenty of delicious food. But with all the festive treats being passed around, it’s also a time when choking incidents become…

How to Stay Calm in an Emergency: A Guide for First Aiders

How to Stay Calm in an Emergency: A Guide for First Aiders Emergencies can be frightening and overwhelming, whether it’s a medical incident at home, a workplace accident, or an unexpected situation in public. Here’s how to maintain composure, make…

What’s New in the 2025 Resuscitation Guidelines

What’s New in the 2025 Resuscitation Guidelines The Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) has released its 2025 Resuscitation Guidelines, introducing major updates based on the latest scientific evidence. These changes affect first aiders, CPR trainers, and anyone interested in life‑saving skills.…

December is Here – Christmas is Coming! Are You Prepared?

Christmas is Coming – Are You Ready? December is here, and Christmas is almost upon us! The lights are going up, shops are busy, and everyone is getting into the festive spirit. But Christmas can also bring extra risks. Slips…

What Really Happens Inside an Ambulance

What Really Happens Inside an Ambulance: A First Aider’s Guide Understanding the stages of pre-hospital care used by the East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST), which covers Suffolk and Essex, can give you a clearer picture of what your actions…

The Hidden Hazards in the Average Home

The Hidden Hazards in the Average Home: A Room-by-Room First Aid Risk Audit Our homes are meant to be safe havens, yet even the most carefully maintained houses have hidden hazards that can lead to accidents. Understanding these risks is…