How to save a knocked out tooth
An injury to the tooth is very scary but can happen very easily whilst running or playing. However, a whole…
Emma Hammett
Emma Hammett is an experienced nurse and first aid trainer, she has worked in many areas including A&E, Children’s Ward, Burns Unit and Acute medical and surgical wards before becoming hospital manager of Hammersmith and Charing Cross Hospitals. In 2007, she founded First Aid for Life and is shortly going to publish her second book, Burns, Falls and Emergency Calls – The ultimate guide to the prevention and treatment of childhood accidents. Emma is also the founder of First Aid for Pets offering first aid training courses for your pets https://firstaidforpets.net/
Amputated, bruised and crushed fingers: What to do
What to do if someone cuts their finger off It is surprisingly common for people to accidentally cut off part…
Emergency tips to save your dog’s life
1) Understand what is normal for your pet so you can quickly spot if something is wrong Help your dog…
First aid for bleeding and treatment for shock
If someone cuts themselves and it is bleeding, it is important to know how to help: What should you do?…
First aid following a stabbing
In the last year there have been over 50,000 recorded offences involving knives and sharp instruments in the UK. These…
Tips to reduce the risk of your child choking this Easter
As Easter approaches and supermarket aisles fill with brightly foil wrapped chocolate eggs, a heart breaking warning posted on a…
Febrile convulsions and seizures
Febrile convulsions are incredibly common in babies and small children. Fits or seizures are triggered by a rise in their…
Seizures, convulsions and epilepsy: A complete guide
What is a seizure? A seizure is the medical term for a fit or convulsion. One in twenty people will…
Heart attacks in women
The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many…
Pregnancy: 5 first aid adaptations
Pregnancy can be an exciting time for new parents, but for many it brings many worries. There are some adaptations…
Treating minor injuries at home
Accidents and injuries often occur at home: It is critical that you know how to give immediate first aid if…
Head injuries in children and bloody noses
Children frequently bang their heads and it is difficult to tell whether or not they have done any serious damage.…