The six signs of sepsis

Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life discusses the six signs of sepsis: Sepsis is a common and potentially life-threatening condition where the body’s immune...

Covid-19 vaccine trial to be inhaled

Imperial researchers are set to begin trials to assess the safety and effectiveness of two of the UK’s coronavirus vaccines in development, when inhaled into...

Agonising wait for sarcoma cancer diagnoses

Patients facing agonising wait for sarcoma cancer diagnoses ‘unacceptable’, says Jess Philips Sarcoma UK, the national bone and soft tissue cancer charity, is calling on...

Flu – the ultimate survival guide

Covid-19 has dominated the news this year. As Autumn arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting the flu. But what is the difference between...

Heat exhaustion treatment and recovery

Everything you need to know about Heat Exhaustion - Temperatures are rising this week in the UK. Hot summer days can be lovely, providing you have...

What is Psoriasis?

August is Psoriasis awareness month. What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a non-contagious, chronic autoimmune disease that causes skin inflammation, and is linked to other autoimmune...

How do you stay safe outdoors?

How do you stay safe outdoors during the Pandemic?  Emma Hammett of First Aid For Life advises how to stay safe as Covid-19 lockdown eases...