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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On hot days, it is extremely important to know not only how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion in your dog, but also how to prevent it happening in the first place. Imagine sitting in the beautiful sunshine on a roasting hot summer day, wearing a thick fur coat. That’s what it’s like for […]
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 […]
Summer festivals have now become de rigeur for everyone from teens to hipster mums, foodies, music lovers and body- beautiful aficionados. This summer hundreds of thousands of people will be flocking to open-air festivals around the UK, and some of them may need to recuperate afterwards. Whether you are planning to attend the Reading Music […]
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. […]
As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle prepare to tie the knot, first aid expert Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life looks at all the possible injuries that may require some wedding first aid. ‘Weddings can be risk affairs when it comes to first aid. Some of the top risky behaviours at nuptials include over- […]