Mini First Aid Edinburgh & the Lothians

07/03/2026

❤️ Heart Attack Symptoms: Myth vs Fact

Many people think WOMEN experience completely different heart attack symptoms than men.

The truth?
According to the British Heart Foundation, the core symptoms are the same for everyone.

🔹 Common signs of a heart attack include:
• Chest pain, pressure, or tightness
• Pain spreading to arms, neck, jaw, back, or stomach
• Shortness of breath
• Feeling dizzy, light‑headed, or faint
• Nausea or indigestion‑like discomfort
• Sweating or cold sweat
• Sudden anxiety or panic-like feeling

💡 Why women are often “missed”
Women may describe their symptoms differently, notice them later, or assume it’s something minor — but the symptoms are still part of the same core set. Awareness is key!

📞 If you think it’s a heart attack, call 999 immediately. Every second counts.
✅ Remember: Heart attacks don’t discriminate, the signs are the same for women and men.

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05/03/2026

⛑️🤷‍♀️So why are women less likely to receive CPR?

Around 68% of women receive CPR from bystanders when they collapse in public, compared with 73% of men.

Other analyses suggest women may be up to 27% less likely than men to get bystander CPR!

Why?
• Fear of causing harm or touching a woman’s chest
• Worry about underwire bras or exposing the chest
• Misconceptions that CPR is less effective on women

💡 The fix: Education and confidence. Learn CPR, understand how to use an AED, and don’t hesitate to act, every second counts.

❤️ Share this post. Save a life. Close the CPR gap for women.

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04/03/2026

⚡ Do you need to remove a bra to use a defibrillator (AED)?

AED pads must be placed directly on bare skin, but that doesn’t always mean a bra needs to be completely removed.
✔️ If the bra isn’t in the way, it can often simply be moved aside.
✔️ If it blocks pad placement, it may need to be removed or cut away quickly.

💡 What about underwired bras?
Studies suggest that metal underwires do not interfere with defibrillation or cause harm to the patient or rescuer. This means the bra often only needs to be adjusted so the pads can be placed correctly.
If breast tissue interferes with pad placement, the left pad can be placed vertically under the left armpit on the chest wall to help ensure an effective shock.

⏱️ The most important thing: don’t delay defibrillation.

This week we’re highlighting CPR and first aid in women and helping build the confidence people need to act in an emergency.

❤️ Learn CPR. Share this information. Help close the gap.

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04/03/2026

Thank you for inviting us along again Dads 2 Be East Lothian 💚

03/03/2026

❓Do you need to remove a bra before starting CPR?

This is something many people worry about — and that hesitation can delay life-saving help.

The good news is:
🫀 You can usually start CPR without removing a bra.
The most important thing is to place your hands in the centre of the chest and begin compressions immediately.
In a cardiac arrest, every minute without CPR reduces the chance of survival so don’t delay starting compressions because of clothing.

This week we’re talking about CPR and first aid in women, including the barriers that mean women are less likely to receive CPR from bystanders.

❤️ Confidence saves lives.
Learning CPR means you’ll be ready to act when it matters most.

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📚 Sources
• Resuscitation Council UK – Adult Basic Life Support Guidelines
• British Heart Foundation – CPR guidance

03/03/2026

Thank you The Youth Fairy East Lothian & Eyemouth. 💚💚💚

02/03/2026

As we approach International Women’s Day this Sunday, we’re dedicating this week’s posts to an important conversation: CPR and first aid for women.

Did you know that women who experience cardiac arrest in public are less likely to receive CPR from bystanders than men?
There are many reasons for this - from lack of awareness and confidence to misconceptions about performing CPR on women. But the result is a gap that can cost lives.

This week we’ll be talking about:
❤️ Why women are less likely to receive CPR
🫀 The barriers that stop people from helping
🚑 How better education and awareness can close the gap
Everyone deserves the best chance of survival in an emergency.

Follow along this week as we break down the issue and share how simple knowledge and confidence in first aid can help save lives.

01/03/2026

Amazing news that Scotland have funding for more defibrillators around the country so we can save more people like John 👏

28/02/2026

🚨 Ready to Save the Day at Work?

Emergency First Aid Training at Thirty Knots! 🚨

Small business? Charity? Community organisation?

Office of two or team of twenty - First Aid knowledge is a superpower every workplace needs! 💪✨

Our Emergency First Aid at Work Qualification course is now open for booking, and it might just be the most useful (and surprisingly fun!) thing you do. 🙌

🌟 Why train with us?
✔️ Accredited qualification that’s valid for the workplace
✔️ Down-to-earth trainers with real-world experience
✔️ Practical, confidence-boosting, and actually enjoyable!
✔️ Trusted by local businesses, charities, cafés, clubs & more

💼 Perfect for:
🛍️ Small shops & local businesses
🎭 Community groups & venues
🐾 Charities & social enterprises
🍽️ Hospitality & events
…and anyone who wants a safer workplace!

📅 Spaces go fast, so grab yours now!

🔗 Book here: https://edinburgh.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/workplace-first-aid-courses

27/02/2026

‼️ Our FEBRUARY AND MARCH courses is FULL ‼️

🚨 Book Now for APRIL onwards – Paediatric First Aid Qualification Course! 🚨

Whether you're a childminder, nursery staff, or work with children in any capacity – first aid training can save lives.

Our next Mini First Aid Paediatric First Aid Qualification course is now open for bookings! 🙌

🧠 Why train with Mini First Aid?
✅ Fully accredited qualification
✅ Expert trainers with real-life experience
✅ Practical, engaging & confidence-boosting
✅ Trusted nationwide by parents and professionals

💙 We're proud to be a preferred training provider for SCMA (Scottish Childminding Association) – and if you're a member, you’ll receive an exclusive discount on your course fee!

📅 Don’t miss out – places fill fast!
🔗 Book here: https://edinburgh.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/workplace-first-aid-courses

26/02/2026

👶🩹 Baby & Child First Aid Classes (for parents & carers) 🩹👶

Would you know what to do in an emergency?

Our informal 2-hour Baby & Child First Aid classes are designed for parents, carers, grandparents & anyone looking after little ones. Learn life-saving skills in a relaxed, friendly setting.

📍 £30pp | ⏰ 2 hours | 🧠 Confidence for life

📅 Spaces are limited – book your spot now:
👉 https://edinburgh.minifirstaid.co.uk/classes/classes-for-parents-carers

25/02/2026

This happened ⬇️

We are on the Scotlands Women Podcast!!!

This is the trailer. Full episode later today 🎉

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0xaKy0NHOM30NXShZXjXx5?si=Oo3O2UzASQykmZNLx39m-g&t=245&ct=245

Scotland's Women · Episode