Injuries causes by smartphones

An astonishing 41% of us have had an accident relating to our smartphones. People are astounded at the following extraordinarily common injuries from smart phones: A senior sister in emergency care at a leading London hospital, reports that she not infrequently has had to remove shards of glass from patients’ bottoms after the screen of […]

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Injuries causes by smartphones

An astonishing 41% of us have had an accident relating to our smartphones. People are astounded at the following extraordinarily common injuries from smart phones: A senior sister in emergency care at a leading London hospital, reports that she not infrequently has had to remove shards of glass from patients’ bottoms after the screen of […]

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Why teens collapse at festivals

Did you know the most common cause of collapse at music festivals isn’t because of substances people have taken, but because of one they haven’t – water?  According to one of our team at First Aid for Life, a veteran paramedic who has worked at numerous of these events, the vast majority of people needing […]

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Why teens collapse at festivals

Did you know the most common cause of collapse at music festivals isn’t because of substances people have taken, but because of one they haven’t – water?  According to one of our team at First Aid for Life, a veteran paramedic who has worked at numerous of these events, the vast majority of people needing […]

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Dealing with bites and stings

Everyone has suffered from that incredibly itchy bite that keeps you awake at night. Although some people seem far more susceptible to being bitten and suffer spectacular reactions; it is a fact of summer that we will all get nibbled by something and it won’t be pleasant! This guide gives you a general overview as to […]

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Dealing with bites and stings

Everyone has suffered from that incredibly itchy bite that keeps you awake at night. Although some people seem far more susceptible to being bitten and suffer spectacular reactions; it is a fact of summer that we will all get nibbled by something and it won’t be pleasant! This guide gives you a general overview as to […]

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Avoid cold water shock this summer

There is nothing more refreshing than a cool dip on a warm day. However, the RNLI, are highlighting the dangers of cold water shock that can make you unable to breathe if you suddenly enter cold water, either deliberately or from falling in. Their clear advice has already saved numerous lives and it is a message […]

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Avoid cold water shock this summer

There is nothing more refreshing than a cool dip on a warm day. However, the RNLI, are highlighting the dangers of cold water shock that can make you unable to breathe if you suddenly enter cold water, either deliberately or from falling in. Their clear advice has already saved numerous lives and it is a message […]

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Dogs get heat exhaustion too

The number of dogs being rescued from locked cars in sizzling summer temperatures is making headline news but dogs can suffer heat exhaustion even after exercise on a hot day. During the summer months, you should be extra vigilant, and keep a watchful eye out for signs such as panting heavily, salivating and appearing distressed. […]

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Dogs get heat exhaustion too

The number of dogs being rescued from locked cars in sizzling summer temperatures is making headline news but dogs can suffer heat exhaustion even after exercise on a hot day. During the summer months, you should be extra vigilant, and keep a watchful eye out for signs such as panting heavily, salivating and appearing distressed. […]

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