How to Call an Ambulance
Calling an ambulance is something nearly of us will have to do during our lifetime, whether it be for a friend, relative or stranger on the street. Often, the emergency situation is very stressful which...
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Recognising a Stroke – the FAST Test
It’s crazy to think 1 in 6 people worldwide will suffer a stroke in their lifetime [1]. In the United States, on average, one person every 40 seconds has a stroke [2]. Early medical...
How to Stop Nosebleeds
A first aid favourite! Nosebleeds are a very common first aid presentation. Using a simple technique you can help stop a nosebleed and provide much relief to the patient Let’s start with a quick...
Useful books for first aiders
The Complete First Aid Pocket Guide – 2018 (John Furst) Written by First Aid For Free’s creator John Furst, this concise informative guide is the perfect ‘go to’ for a first aider on the...
First Aid Tip: How to Recognise and Treat Heart Attacks
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death worldwide. The WHO report that over 9 million deaths in 2016 were as a result of coronary heart disease. Heart attacks or their medical...
First Aid Treatment for Cuts and Grazes
We’ve all had them, simple cuts and grazes are a common first aid problem. It’s important to know the correct first aid steps for small cuts and grazes. Although these wounds may appear small,...
