by Andy Humphries | Feb 5, 2019 | Real life
It’s important to follow trusted medical advice. Make sure that you visit the NHS site first for all your COVID-19 information. The coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines are safe and effective. They give you the best protection against COVID-19. Everyone aged 5 and over...
by Andy Humphries | Jan 30, 2019 | Real life
Asthma is a chronic condition causing coughing, wheezing and breathlessness. You can tell if you, or someone with you, is having an asthma attack if: the reliever inhaler isn’t helping when it normally would; the symptoms are getting worse (coughing, breathlessness,...
by Andy Humphries | Jan 29, 2019 | Real life
Insect bites and stings are common and usually only cause minor irritation. However, some stings can be painful and trigger a serious allergic reaction. Here we give you some information on what to do, according to the type of bite and sting. Ants There are about 60...
by Andy Humphries | Jan 29, 2019 | Real life
Would you be able to recognise if a member of your family, a friend or a passer-by was showing the signs and symptoms of having a heart attack and know what action to take? Symptoms can include: Chest pain-tightness (like being pressed or squeezed by something heavy);...
by Andy Humphries | Jan 25, 2019 | Real life
Some cuts and grazes can be minor and can be treated easily by simply cleaning the wound and applying a plaster or dressing. If the cut is bleeding heavily you must apply pressure using a clean towel or bandage. If the cut is to the arm or hand raise it above...
by Andy Humphries | Jan 25, 2019 | Real life
Learning some simple skills can save lives. This page is dedicated to knowing what to do if someone is not breathing. DRSABCD – THE SEVEN STEPS D – Danger – Make sure you are safe to help. Keep calm and stay in control R – Response – Shake the shoulders...
by Andy Humphries | Jan 25, 2019 | Real life
We all get into accidents at home or suffer from autumn and winter ailments such as coughs and colds. Most of the time, we can care and patch ourselves up with the help of a first aid kit. But would you know what there should be in it? It’s important your...
by Andy Humphries | Oct 31, 2018 | Real life
My name is William Gulliford and I have been an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) at High Wycombe for a year and I love every single minute of it. I became an ECA because I wanted to make a difference and help those in need. I feel proud to be part of the ambulance...
by Andy Humphries | Oct 29, 2018 | Real life
The following sections will give you all the answers you need when it comes to staying healthy and safe. Alcohol The best way to avoid a hangover is not to drink too much but would you know what to do for that hangover cure?… Migraine help?… Locate your local...