The First Aid Team

22/01/2026

For every minute without CPR, survival drops by around 10%. CPR keeps blood moving, oxygen flowing, and the brain alive until help arrives.

So many people hesitate but knowing CPR can double someone’s chance of survival.

16/01/2026

16/01/2026

Many people hesitate to use a defibrillator because they’re unsure how it works. Knowing the basics could help you act quickly in an emergency, and our half-day defibrillator courses are designed to build confidence and familiarity so you feel prepared to step in when it matters most.

25/12/2025

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at the First Aid Team! 🎄✨

19/12/2025

Choking is one of the most common emergencies at the dinner table, would you know what to do?

A few simple first aid steps can save a life.

Take a moment to read, save, and share. 🎄

28/11/2025

It’s hot water bottle weather again!❄️

Here are a few reminders for using a hot water bottle safely:
• Fill it with hot, not boiling, water
• Always pop a cover or towel around it
• Try not to sit or lie directly on it
• Give it a quick check for cracks or thinning rubber before you use it

21/11/2025

Did you know that 4 out of 5 cardiac arrests happen at home?

That means if you ever need to perform CPR, the life you save is most likely to be that of someone you love.

Learning first aid isn’t just a skill, it’s peace of mind, confidence, and the ability to act when every second counts.

Most people receive training through their workplace, but you can also join a course independently. The First Aid Team runs open courses in Hastings and near Maidstone, or they can come directly to your premises.

06/11/2025

RSV Awareness Week continues, and today we’re focusing on a group many people don’t realise are at risk: adults - especially older adults.

Most of us have had RSV without knowing it, because it’s often mistaken for a simple cold. But in adults aged 65+, and especially those with lung or heart conditions, diabetes, or weakened immunity, RSV can become severe and even life-threatening.

Common symptoms in adults include:
• Dry cough
• Fever or headache
• Sore throat
• Bronchitis or pneumonia
• Worsening asthma or COPD

For some, RSV can lead to complications like pneumonia, bronchiolitis, heart failure, and may require hospital care.

06/11/2025

05/11/2025

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For RSV Awareness Week, we highlight the lasting impact of RSV on siblings.

Oliver shares his story of losing his brother Alexander 16 years ago to RSV, a loss that still deeply affects him today. Through his drawing and words, he reminds us that the impact of RSV doesn’t end after recovery or loss, it stays within the family.

By sharing these stories, we can help others understand the impact of RSV and the importance of protection.

03/11/2025