If someone is struggling in the water, going in after them is how rescuers become casualties.
What to do instead:
Call 999 — ask for the Coastguard at the coast, Fire and Rescue inland
Tell them to float — head back, ears in the water, relax
Throw something that floats
Reach with a towel, branch or rope — stay low, weight back
Reach. Throw. Don't go.
And if you're the one who falls in: float. Cold water shock takes your breathing away and fighting it is what drowns people. The initial effects pass in under a minute. Tilt your head back with your ears submerged, relax, move your hands and legs gently to stay afloat. If your legs sink, that's fine — everyone floats differently. Once your breathing is under control, call for help or swim to safety.
Guidance from the RNLI and RLSS UK. RNLI Float to Live: https://rnli.org/water-safety/float
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06/08/2026
Going away? Pack this first. 🧳
Most holiday first aid is small stuff — a graze, a burn, a bite, a bad stomach. It's rarely serious. It's just a lot harder to sort out when you're two hours from a pharmacy that shuts at noon and you don't speak the language.
Eight things worth ten minutes of packing:
▸ Plasters & sterile dressings ▸ Tweezers ▸ Sun care ▸ Burn gel ▸ Antihistamine ▸ Rehydration sachets ▸ Digital thermometer ▸ A written meds list
That last one matters more than people think. Generic drug names, doses, allergies and your insurance number — on your phone and on paper, because phones run out of battery at exactly the wrong moment.
Not medical advice — check with your GP or pharmacist about your own medications
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Button batteries are hiding in remotes, toys, car keys and watches — and if a child swallows one, it can burn through the food pipe within hours.
If you suspect a button battery has been swallowed:
📞 Call 999 or get to A&E immediately
🍯 Give 2 teaspoons of honey every 10 minutes while seeking emergency help (only if the child is over 12 months and can swallow safely)
🚫 Don't make them sick, and don't give food or drink other than the honey
Honey buys time — it does NOT replace emergency care.
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31/07/2026
Lifeguard Appreciation Day — Friday 31 July
🛟 Today is Lifeguard Appreciation Day.
Whether it’s a pool, a beach, or a river, lifeguards are trained to spot trouble before anyone else does — and to act in the seconds that matter most.
If you’re a lifeguard, work in leisure or aquatics, or just want the confidence to help in an emergency, our first aid and CPR courses keep those skills sharp all year round.
Thank you to every lifeguard out there. 👏
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28/07/2026
Tomorrow’s set to be a hot one ☀️ Swipe to know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke — and what to do for each. Save this and share it with anyone working or exercising outdoors tomorrow. 🔗 Link in bio to book an EFAW course.
Stop tilting your head back! Here’s how to actually stop a nosebleed: lean forward, pinch the soft part of your nose, and hold firm pressure for 10 minutes. 🩸
⏱️ Seek medical help if bleeding doesn’t stop after 20–30 minutes, is heavy, or follows a head injury.
Save this and follow for first aid in under a minute.
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22/07/2026
🚨 It's official — the statutory guidance behind Benedict's Law has been published.
First aid training alone is no longer enough. Schools now need dedicated allergy awareness training for all staff — not just designated first aiders.
Swipe through to see exactly what the guidance requires 👉
Our 7-module Allergy & Anaphylaxis Awareness course covers it all, with flexible delivery to suit your school — online for the whole team, or blended with hands-on AAI practice.
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Rolled your ankle or pulled a muscle? Here's how to tell the difference between a sprain and a strain — and the right first aid steps to take (RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) 🧊🩹
⚠️ Seek medical attention if you can't bear weight, hear a pop, or swelling is severe.
📌 Save this for your next hike, gym session, or sports match!
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CPR in a Bed? Yes – New CPR Guidelines Explained!
The latest CPR guidelines now state that if you can’t safely move a patient from a bed, you should start CPR immediately on the bed rather than delaying chest compressions.
In this short video, we explain:
* ✅ When CPR can be performed on a bed
* ✅ Why early chest compressions are more important than moving the patient
* ✅ What the updated guidance means for healthcare professionals and carers
Remember: High-quality chest compressions started without delay save lives.
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