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The science behind immediate aspirin
A summary of the supporting evidence that immediate aspirin really can save lives. There is strong evidence that aspirin, taken during a heart attack, can reduce the size of the thrombus (clot) causing the attack [1,2] and may even cause the platelets…
Fast resting pulse death risk link
Having a fast resting pulse rate, even if you are physically fit, increases death risk, according to a study. Researchers found men with a “high end of normal” resting heart rate of 90 beats per minute had treble the death…
Dental Emergencies – what to do if you are injured in the mouth
Dental Emergencies can happen at any time by an impact injury in the mouth or face. They can be very painful and have a lot of blood. In this edition of the First Aid Show we talk to a Dentist…
ProTrainings Europe Ltd is now an ISO9001 Registered Firm
ProTrainings Europe is now a ISO9001 registered firm to further extend its commitment to quality systems and management. ProTrainings operates a Quality Management System that has gained BS EN ISO 9001 : 2008 certification, including aspects specific to the provision of…
Some facts about Cholesterol
Prevention is usually better than cure, and this goes for monitoring your cholesterol levels to help reduce your risk of heart attack and Stroke. The press reports on Cholesterol along with Television adverts have made this more of a talking…
First Aid Show now on iTunes
We have listed The First Aid Show to iTunes so you can also now keep up to date with the latest videos on your iPod, iphone, tablet or computer. You can subscribe to the channel direct from the iTunes store…
Glan Clwyd cancer therapy dog winning own disease fight
A therapy dog used to help patients going through cancer treatment has a poignant twist to his tale after he had seven months of chemotherapy himself. Charlie, a Border collie, makes weekly visits to the North Wales Cancer Centre at…
HSE postpone implementing changes relating to First Aid at Work – New date 1st October
We have received notice from the HSE today to say that they have requested further time to consider the proposals and subject to parliamentary approval the proposed changes will come into force in October 2013. Therefore training providers can continue to…
Polish version of our AED student manual
We have added a Polish version of our AED student manual to go alongside our Polish First Aid manual. All ProTrainings students, whether they complete a classroom, blended or online course receive a free login to our site where they…
Website updates
We have updated all our sites and added more information on each course as well as linked many sites to our QCF versions through our national network of instructors. Training can be confusing, choosing the correct course or delivery method…

