MAST Response

23/03/2026

Today we are deeply saddened to hear the news about Hatzola North West Ambulance base today. Four Ambulances were set on fire, these acts of targeted violence risk more than the lives of the public in need of those Ambulances, it is a risk to everyone involved. It is essential when responding to calls we know we have each other's backs and the right, safe equipment to help those in need at possibly one of their worse days. We should help those in need without the threat of violence to ourselves or our equipment. It shouldn't matter what badge you wear NHS, private etc, helping others matter, saving lives matters.

19/03/2026

With the outbreak of Meningitis, it is important to keep yourself and others aware of the signs and symptoms of Meningitis. Pop in to see us to pick up a free meningitis card to keep in your purse, wallet or first aid kits.

15/03/2026

How can we help?

12/03/2026

12/03/2026

These are a few of our first aid kits available for on the go, in the car or at home. These include: A large dressing, two adhesive dressings, a triangular bandage, plasters, wipes, gloves and an ice pack, a meningitis card and stickers are also included in the character first aid kits. Contact us for more information.

16/02/2026

Research suggests 8,200 women in England and Wales could have survived if they had received the same treatment as men. Women are 14% to 42% less likely to receive CPR because people "are worried about touching breasts" and a third of men are worried about "inappropriate" touching. We believe everyone should have a fair chance at survival.

The Government should implement minimum standards for first aid training providers to ensure every trainee practises CPR and first aid on a manikin with female anatomy. All training providers should be required to include anatomically accurate female manikins alongside standard male manikins.

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, we wish you all the best for 2026

24/11/2025

As the weather gets colder, please remember puffy coats and car seats are unsafe.

Those big fluffy jackets may look cozy, and you might think it’s keeping them safe but in an event of a crash that fluffy jacket compresses and when it does, those straps that felt tight can suddenly be too loose and unsafe.

That’s all it takes for a child to be ejected from their seat.

The safest way is to buckle them in snugly without the coat.

You can simply add a warm blanket or put a coat on backwards over the straps so your baby is cozy.

It’s inconvenient, but it can make all the difference to keeping your baby safe.

Keep warm, stay safe.

09/11/2025

Lest we forget

06/10/2025

Another great course in North Tyneside, here are just some of the things you get included in our training packs. For our online training visit www.mastresponse.uk