First Aid training for Dentists
When I’m training I’m often asked about First Aid and about First Aid courses for Dentists. I’m a specialist provider of CPR training for Dentists and a registered centre with Qualsafe Awards to deliver all First Aid courses.
First Aid for Burns and Scalds
I love Fireworks. In order to be able to fully enjoy your event it’s important to be prepared though and to know what to do if you or someone else does get burnt and to know some basic first aid for burns and scalds.
First Aid for Halloween!
First Aid is good but as we always say “Prevention is better than cure!”
So this week I thought I’d offer some general first aid advice that hopefully won’t spoil the fun.
– Check costumes aren’t likely to be tripped on
– Check everyone can see where they’re going through masks or remove them when walking
Developing a Nation of Lifesavers
Last week I wrote about ‘Restart a Heart Day – Loved ones save Lives’. I quoted the Resuscitation Council who says that of the 60,000 cardiac arrests a year the majority are suffered at home with 50% being witnessed by loved ones and some of these are witnessed by children.
Restart a heart day – Loved ones save lives
On Thursday this week is the European Restart a Heart day. The focus this year is on ‘Loved ones save lives’. CPR before the ambulance arrives doubles chances of survival therefore it is vital that bystanders know what to do in an emergency.
First Aid advice for Autumn trips and falls
During the autumn there are lots of hazards that aren’t usually around. I love to walk in the park and kick the leaves or bring some home to make pictures (sadly my children are getting too old for this) but they can be dangerous too.
What is the difference between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest?
A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the first aid treatment for a heart attack. Often when I’m teaching though I find that people aren’t sure what is the difference between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest. In this blog I hope to explain.
The Dentistry Show 2015
I’ve been invited to speak at The Dentistry show 2015, 17th – 18th April, at the NEC. I’ll be presenting twice on each day in the CPD theatre. In sessions like these what would you like to see covered?
First Aid for Heart Attacks
What is a heart attack?
It’s often confused with a cardiac arrest but a cardiac arrest is when someone’s heart stops beating and no longer pumps the blood around the body. When this happens they need you to act promptly to get help and begin CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).
Helen Watson
Blog Authour
I have 30 years nursing experience within the NHS. I am a registered Advanced Life Support Instructor with the Resuscitation Council (UK) and have many years training experience. I work hard to look after my customers’ needs and part of this is to create courses that fit your business needs and the recommendations from the Resuscitation Council (UK) and any relevant governing bodies. To ensure that my courses continue to represent current practice I also continue to work within the NHS.
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