Pregnancy can be an exciting time for new parents, but for many it brings many worries. There are some adaptations to first aid that are good to know if you or someone you know is pregnant. 1. ChokingIf a heavily pregnant person is choking, first see if they are able to cough and clear the […]
Hot summer days can be lovely, providing you have the opportunity to enjoy them and are able to cool down and remain well hydrated. Heat exhaustion can come on suddenly following exposure to the sun and can have serious consequences especially for children and babies. In this article, we give you top first aid advice for […]
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One in two of us will faint at some time in our life and think nothing of it; for others it may be the only symptom leading to sudden cardiac death. So why are we led to believe it is ‘just a simple faint?’ UK-based leading international charity calls for greater recognition to save lives […]
Reducing misdiagnosis and sudden cardiac death: Working together with individuals, families, and medical professionals to offer information and support on Syncope and Reflex Anoxic Seizures. Leading UK-based charity STARS recognises pioneering healthcare professionals and hospitals working to reduce misdiagnosis and sudden cardiac death In a new report published today, STARS Healthcare Pioneers Report Showcasing Best […]
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Everything you need to know about Heat Exhaustion – Temperatures are rising this week in the UK. Hot summer days can be lovely, providing you have the opportunity to enjoy them and are able to cool down and remain well hydrated. Heat exhaustion can come on suddenly following exposure to the sun and can have serious consequences especially for children […]
Our message this World Heart Rhythm Week (4-10 June) is Take Fainting to Heart – there is no such thing as a simple faint. Faints are all too often disregarded however they are sometimes the only the symptom of an underlying cause and one such cause could be a potentially fatal arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythm). […]