The UK's Finest First Aid Show
Hyperventilation occurs when the rate and quantity of alveolar ventilation of carbon dioxide exceeds body’s production of carbon dioxide. Hyperventilation can be voluntary or involuntary. When breathing is excessive, more … Continue Reading →
Zach Selby collapsed during a camping trip in Lincolnshire and his girlfriend Chloe Tones, 16, gave him CPR for 40 minutes before an ambulance arrived. Mr Selby, from Grantham, said … Continue Reading →
After almost 4 years of campaigning by Asthma UK, the law is changing to keep children with asthma safe at school. From 1 October, children will have access to a … Continue Reading →
In the last episode we looked at the simulation unit and in this episode we look in more detail on the sorts of things that advanced manikins can offer. At … Continue Reading →
We use the simulation unit for advanced and instructor training at Ipswich Hospital to help improve CPR and advanced patient care. In this video we look at the unit and … Continue Reading →
Repellents that contain Deet are safe to use, say scientists who are warning that protection is vital for UK people travelling to tropical destinations, including the World Cup in Brazil. … Continue Reading →
Both treatments, for advanced melanoma, are designed to enable the immune system to recognise and target tumours. The findings were released at the American Society of Clinical Oncology conference in … Continue Reading →
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has started a review of adrenaline auto-injectors, which are used as first-aid treatment of anaphylaxis (severe allergic reactions) prior to calling for emergency medical assistance. … Continue Reading →
A poison which is also called a toxin, is defined as a substance which, if taken into the body in sufficient quantity, may cause temporary or permanent damage. Poisons are … Continue Reading →
There are many things that can be found growing in woods and gardens that if ingested could cause poisoning in children and adults. Care needs to be taken with children … Continue Reading →