by admin | Mar 18, 2014 | basics, News
If there’s one product that’s created a stir before its public launch, it’s Google Glass. The search engine giant has an innovative, high-tech product in its beta program (which means it’s still in the testing phase) that looks like a headset...
by admin | Feb 18, 2014 | basics
SAMPLE questions – what does that even mean? ‘SAMPLE’ helps to make sure we ask some of the key things we need to know when providing first aid to someone (after we’ve done things like the ABCs, of course): Signs & Symptoms Allergies...
by admin | Jan 27, 2014 | basics
Sometimes you will want to know how to treat sprains & strains, especially if you have kids or are involved with sports. Sometimes you’ll even have heard of ‘RICE’ as the correct treatment, but what does it mean? And what’s the difference between strain &...
by admin | Jan 2, 2014 | basics, Unconsciousness
Current research suggests 2,500 unconscious people die needlessly each year because those around them don’t know how to use the recovery position appropriately. And that’s just in the UK. That’s seven deaths a day which could have been prevented by...
by admin | Dec 6, 2013 | basics, Environmental
Frostbite is an injury or damage of the skin due to freezing. Areas on the body that are located comparatively far from the heart and are more exposed to harsh cold conditions are more likely to get this medical condition. Frostbite usually affects smaller parts of...
by admin | Nov 30, 2013 | basics
What is Hypothermia? When a person starts losing heat, their body undergoes certain changes to avoid shutting down its internal processes. For example, many skiers and mountain men fall victim to hypothermia, for their protective equipment did not pride the adequate...
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