A stroke is a disturbance to the blood flow of the brain caused by a blockage or bleed in one of the blood vessels supplying the brain. It’s vital to know how to spot the warning signs of a stroke in yourself or someone else. It’s a medical emergency which requires immediate medical attention. Time…
Head Injuries are common. From regular minor bumps as children to slips and falls as adults. The question is how do we know whether it is serious or not? The signs and symptoms are usually a great help to recognising the severity of a head Injury. It is important to look out for anything unusual…
Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the UK. Around 30,000 people each year suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Every minute without CPR and Defibrillation, a person’s chance of survival decreases by approximately 10%. An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a device which shocks the heart back into its normal rhythm during cardiac…
Anaphylaxis is an extremely severe and often sudden allergic reaction. The reaction will often happen very quickly, within minutes of exposure to the allergen. But sometimes they can occur up to 2-3 hours after exposure. In severe cases, there is a sudden fall in blood pressure and difficulty in breathing. This makes the reaction potentially…
As the hot weather continues here are some tips to help you stay safe in the sun. Dehydration is a common side effect of high temperatures and outdoor time during the summer. Keeping everyone well hydrated is particularly important in this hot weather. Drink plenty of water and don’t forget to look out for those…
A seizure (also known as a fit or convulsion) occurs when there is an electrical disturbance in the brain. There are many different types of seizures and can be brought on by many things, an injury to the head, stress to the brain can cause fitting, lack of oxygen to the brain or a raised…
As Easter approaches we deemed it worthy to share a post of the choking danger posed by mini eggs. In case you hadn’t noticed mini eggs have a warning on the back of their packaging which states that they are not suitable for any children under the age of 4. Mini eggs as well as…
A minor seizure or you may hear this type of seizure called an absence seizure, are more difficult to recognise than most fits. Someone having an absence seizure may not be aware of their surroundings and will have an altered state of consciousness or behaviour. The casualty may have unusual movements such as staring blankly,…
We have had a busy and interesting few weeks teaching First Aid Courses to staff from local businesses and schools in High Wycombe and the surrounding areas in Buckinghamshire. Participants on the First Aid Courses Included staff from Buckinghamshire Business First, Charity sectors, personal trainers and sports coaches, first aid training for school staff. Topics…
Christmas can be a magical time of the year for getting together with family and friends at festive parties and gatherings. However, they also lead to an increase in accidents, for both humans and pets during what is already the busiest time of the year for the emergency services. According to ROSPA people visiting the…
First Aid Training Courses for Individuals, Businesses, Schools, Nurseries, Parents and Sports Professionals in and around High Wycombe, Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, Marlow, Windsor, Amersham, Maidenhead, Ascot and Henley-on-Thames
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