How to enjoy a flipping good pancake day
Pancake day traditionally started to use up luxury ingredients prior to Lent. However, now it has now become a great family celebration. Statistics have revealed...
First Aid
The First Aid category provides clear, practical guidance on recognising and responding to common injuries and emergencies. It offers step-by-step advice, safety principles and preventative tips to help readers act confidently and effectively when urgent care matters.
Staying safe whilst skiing
Skiing is a great option for a fun and active family holiday however the adrenaline rush is not without risks! Here are some tips to...
How to treat a fever
What is a fever? A part of the brain known as the hypothalamus controls body temperature, which usually varies very slightly throughout the day from the...
How to survive cold weather
During the winter months it is important to protect yourself from the dangers of cold weather. The elderly, frail and very young are at most...
How to perform CPR and use an AED
In a recent survey from the British Heart Foundation, they found that 1 in 3 adults would not know how to help someone if they...
The flu season ultimate guide
As flu season arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting ill. Recent statistics show the increased strain on the NHS with 3,746 patients a...
First aid: Waiting for an ambulance
If you are first on the scene and find someone who has collapsed or had an accident, what you do in those first minutes is...
Make a first aid course one of your resolutions
Make a first aid course one of your resolutions: As the new year begins, everyone is once again talking about new year resolutions. This year...
Need hangover help?
7 proven hangover cures and first aid for alcohol poisoning from Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life. Hangovers make you feel rotten. Symptoms can...
Health essentials to survive Christmas
Health essentials everyone needs to survive Christmas: Christmas can be an exciting and magical time of year; however, the festive season also sees a dramatic...
