At the start of the Hay Fever “season,” we look at what is Hay fever, its common causes and its management. Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen. Pollen is a fine powdery substance released into the atmosphere by plants. This causes an allergic reaction known as rhinitis. “Rhinitis is when a reaction occurs …
Being prepared for unexpected emergencies is an empowering part of life. Having basic first-aid knowledge puts you in a position to help yourself and others in moments of need. But even the best intentions can lead to unintended harm if common mistakes are made. Let’s explore five frequent first-aid blunders and learn how to navigate …
I’m getting in touch today on behalf of SME News regarding the eagerly anticipated results of the fifth annual Northern Enterprise Awards. Following on from your nomination acceptance, I’m pleased to inform you that First Aid Academy has been successful in the Northern Enterprise Awards this year, and has been awarded: Best Nationwide First Aid Training Company 2023
What is the tick-borne disease alpha-gal and why does it cause an allergy to meat? More cases of alpha-gal are being reported in the UK. Alpha-gal can cause anaphylaxis in sufferers when they eat meat such as beef, pork, or lamb. Whilst it is rare more cases of the tick-borne disease are being reported in …
SME News, Managing Director of the Year Awards 2023 It brings us great pride to recognise the roles that MD’s have played in navigating challenging times, and I am delighted to inform you that Alan Sherliker has been successful this year and has been awarded: Best Outdoor First Aid Specialists MD 2023: Alan Sherliker In the Managing Director of …
In first-aid, seizures are often grouped into three categories. Febrile seizure (or convulsions) Absence seizures Convulsive seizures Febrile seizure A febrile seizure is a fit that can happen when a child has a fever. They are relatively common and, in most cases, are worrying to see; however, they aren’t severe. Around one in 20 children …
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CPR and AED in SCA What is a Sudden Cardiac Arrest? In the UK, there are over 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) yearly where emergency medical services attempt to resuscitate the victim. The survival rate is low – just 1 in 10 people in the UK survive an OHCA. A Cardiac Arrest is when the …
We hope you like the new look; whilst there has been a lot of time spent on getting things right, there may be an odd error or broken link. Why not drop us a line and let us know what you think? This will be the start of regular musings on all things first aid …
