1st4LIFE

26/03/2023

Very good Information to know. Also read about the danger of button batteries if swallowed by a child

“I always thought choking would have been more obvious. But the silence and the panic in his eyes will stay with me forever.” Choking usually tops parents’ fears when it comes to accidents. And rightly so. Young children have narrow airways and are still learning to chew, breathe and swallow i...

23/07/2022

As first ever national emergency red alert for heat is issued, here’s how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke

01/12/2021

Find out how we can connect life saving devices to ambulance services

25/06/2021

Indoor swimming pool temperature = 30 degrees Celsius
UK and Irish outdoor water temperature = Maximum 18 degrees Celsius
If you fall into the water or feel overwhelmed FLOAT to LIVE - Stay calm, lie on your back like a starfish and let your body get used to the temperature https://www.rlss.org.uk/drowning-prevention-week-2021

29/04/2021

I have already had to remove a tick on myself - please keep tick aware

If you're heading outdoors, please remember to be tick aware and seek medical attention if you find an EM rash (erythema migrans) or feel unwell following a tick bite.

Please be aware that early treatment of acute is crucial to prevent long term symptoms. Not everyone who contracts Lyme disease gets a rash, but if you do notice one:
- Take a photo of the rash in case you need to send to your GP via email or show it on Skype
- Contact your GP and explain that you may been bitten by an infected tick and would like to be assessed for acute Lyme disease without delay.

09/07/2020

Ticks seem to be on full force this summer. Here is a handy guide from NHS Scotland on what to do about them.

23/03/2020

CPR information during these difficult times

Many things have stopped happening at this time - but Sudden Cardiac Arrests haven’t. Read NEW RCUK advice on how to perform CPR safely and use a defibrillator. Remember, most Sudden Cardiac Arrests take place at home. Look after your nearest and dearest; read and share. https://bit.ly/2U7SpCS

16/08/2019

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-49319760

Police want everyone to download a smartphone app they say has already saved several lives.

28/05/2019

21/05/2019

If you find an embedded tick in your skin, what do you do? The longer a tick is left to feed, the higher the chances are that it will pass on any diseases it’s carrying. Incorrect removal will also increase the chances of disease transmission. So whilst it is important to …

05/04/2019

Fantastic News!

We are so pleased to share the brilliant news that every Scottish council has signed up to 's campaign to ensure students are taught CPR in schools! http://bit.ly/2WGW8Wm

27/09/2018

You can easily learn crucial skills to know how to save a life.