Water safety: First aid for drowning
Always supervise children near water, they can drown in just a couple of centimetres. Drowning can happen quickly and quietly…
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Water safety this summer – a guide for children and parents
Having fun in the sun during the summer holidays often includes water, be it in a paddling pool, Lido, villa…
Diabetes: Vital information family and friends should know
What is diabetes? It is a condition where someone either doesn’t produce enough insulin, or their insulin isn’t working as…
Dishwasher tablets and liquitabs: what to do if swallowed
Dishwasher and liquitabs can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Hospitals admitted nearly 1500 children last year following the accidental ingestion…
Batteries: How a spoonful of honey could save your child’s life
Why button batteries can be dangerous and how a spoonful of honey could save your child’s life! Why button batteries…
9 signs that you should urgently call an ambulance
Understanding when to phone an ambulance, take someone to A&E, or to their GP is a critical decision. Particularly when…
Break, sprain and dislocation: What you need to know
We all know someone who has experienced a break, sprain or dislocation. From skiing, slipping whilst running round the side…
Stress, anxiety & panic attacks: How to help your child
Anxiety UK claim that 1 in 6 young people experience anxiety. This stress is often heightened during exam season or…
Why the recovery position saves lives
Why is the recovery postion so important when someone is unconscious? Putting someone in the recovery position ensures that their…
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…
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:…
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…