Spinal injury: Know the signs
The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) states that approximately 700 people sustain a new spinal cord injury (SCI) each year in the UK. Currently...
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.
Latest advances in asthma treatment
There have been recent updates in asthma treatments, including the MART treatment plan. Read on to find out more information. MART Treatment Maintenance and Reliever...
Eye injuries – The most common causes and how to help
Eye injuries are unpleasant and painful – and can be frightening. Some of the most common injuries are as follows: blows to the eye– such...
10 common ear problems and what you can do about them
Ear problems can be very uncomfortable and unpleasant, especially in children. However, they don’t usually cause long term problems. Here are the top common ear...
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 tooth that has been knocked...
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 of their fingers, most often...
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 to become accustomed to being...
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? If someone is bleeding a...
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 statistics are shocking and sadly...
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 parenting website serves as a...
