What is a seizure?

What is a seizure? A seizure is the medical term for a fit or convulsion. One in twenty people will have a seizure at some point in their lives. However, not everyone who has a seizure will have epilepsy. Electrical activity happens constantly in our brains and controls movements and bodily functions. If there is […]

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Febrile Convulsions and Seizures in Children

Febrile convulsions are incredibly common in babies and small children. Fits or seizures are triggered by a rise in their core body temperature when they are unwell and feverish. As many as one in 20 children may experience a febrile convulsion by the time they are 5 years old. Febrile convulsions occur most frequently in children between […]

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Febrile Convulsions and Seizures in Children

Febrile convulsions are incredibly common in babies and small children. Fits or seizures are triggered by a rise in their core body temperature when they are unwell and feverish. As many as one in 20 children may experience a febrile convulsion by the time they are 5 years old. Febrile convulsions occur most frequently in children between […]

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Why women are less likely to receive CPR or survive cardiac arrest

Studies across the UK and the rest of the world reveal that there is continuing stigma and reticence concerning giving CPR to someone with breasts. In addition many women experience atypical signs and symptoms of a heart attack – so early warning signs may be missed and critical time may be lost. Women are less […]

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Why women are less likely to receive CPR or survive cardiac arrest

Studies across the UK and the rest of the world reveal that there is continuing stigma and reticence concerning giving CPR to someone with breasts. In addition many women experience atypical signs and symptoms of a heart attack – so early warning signs may be missed and critical time may be lost. Women are less […]

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Heart attacks in Women

The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many people have the misconception that heart attacks only happen to men and this has led to thousands of women failing to realise that they are experiencing a heart attack and consequently not seeking the necessary medical […]

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Heart attacks in Women

The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many people have the misconception that heart attacks only happen to men and this has led to thousands of women failing to realise that they are experiencing a heart attack and consequently not seeking the necessary medical […]

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How to care for your dog after a burn or scald

How to care for your dog after a burn or scald: If your dog suffers a painful burn or scald, it is vital to ensure your own safety and keep everyone safe from further danger. Avoid getting burnt yourself – turn off power, extinguish flames. Additionally, to prevent your pet biting you, it may be […]

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How to care for your dog after a burn or scald

How to care for your dog after a burn or scald: If your dog suffers a painful burn or scald, it is vital to ensure your own safety and keep everyone safe from further danger. Avoid getting burnt yourself – turn off power, extinguish flames. Additionally, to prevent your pet biting you, it may be […]

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