basic life support

Why Every Child Should Learn First Aid

Imagine your child knowing exactly what to do if a friend gets hurt on the playground or if a family member becomes unwell. Teaching first aid to children isn’t just about bandages and recovery positions; it’s about empowering them with life-saving skills and confidence that lasts a lifetime. This is why every child should learn […]

Showing Forgiveness to Help Promote Mental Health Wellbeing

Each year on July 7th, we observe Global Forgiveness Day, showing forgiveness to help promote mental health wellbeing.  This awareness day is dedicated to the transformative act of forgiveness. This isn’t just about saying “sorry” or “I forgive you”; it’s about emotional freedom, mental clarity, and inner peace.

Stop the Bleed Save a Life

How first aid and blood donation work hand-in-hand to save lives Every second counts in a medical emergency. Whether it’s a road traffic accident, a workplace injury, or a sudden fall at home, severe bleeding can be life-threatening in minutes.

How to Treat Eye Injuries

Would you know how to treat eye injuries? Could you identify if an eye injury is severe and needs hospital treatment?

Can Head Injuries and Concussions be Deadly?

The Importance of Recognising and Responding to Head Injuries Head injuries can happen anywhere! We often ask; can head injuries and concussions be deadly?  While a head injury can happen at home, in the workplace, on the sports field, or even during everyday activities sometimes they can be serious.

The Key Information You Should Know About Diabetes

Diabetes is a long-term condition that makes it hard for the body to control blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes or are worried about getting it read on to learn the key information you should know about diabetes, knowing the different types and how to manage them is key. This guide will help you […]

Treating Minor Injuries at Home

Minor injuries like scrapes, burns, or sprains happen to everyone. Treating minor injuries at home and knowing the correct ways can prevent bigger problems and help you heal faster. This guide will teach you how to safely handle common accidents and injuries at home.  

Why would I need to learn first aid?

Learning First Aid – Why would I need to learn first aid? In today’s fast world, accidents can happen anytime. Here is the question: Why would I need to learn first aid?  We might hope you don’t need to administer first aid, but being ready with first aid skills is crucial. Learning first aid gives you […]

Breaths in CPR are still important!

Breaths in CPR are still important but why? Do you get told that breaths in CPR are not needed? Do we even need to complete mouth-to-mouth in CPR? Please read further to see how important breaths in CPR really are! During COVID lockdown, the Resuscitation Council, put a stop to giving breathes – Mouth-to-mouth during […]

First Aid Colouring to Help Children Become Relaxed and Happy

First aid colouring to help children become relaxed and happy and can serve as an effective tool to reduce stress.  Offering a simple, creative outlet that calms the mind and relieves anxiety. Research indicates that up to 75% of people report feeling less anxious and more relaxed after engaging in activities like colouring, which help […]