First Aid! Learn to save lives!

Hi everyone!

Some basic first aid skills are always useful and can have the potential to save lives and stop injuries from getting worse.

Here are some useful articles:

First aid myths busted http://blogs.redcross.org.uk/first-aid/2016/03/dont-be-fooled-five-first-aid-myths-you-need-to-know/

Basic first aid tips http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Accidents-and-first-aid/Pages/Introduction.aspx

Useful tips for phoning an ambulance
http://blogs.redcross.org.uk/first-aid/2009/09/how-to-call-an-ambulance/

Recovery position
http://www.sja.org.uk/sja/first-aid-advice/first-aid-techniques/the-recovery-position.aspx
(also another tip for the recovery position ,gently tap pockets and if you suspect anything sharp delicate, e.g. glasses, carefully remove them and put them aside in a safe position.

If anyone has any useful first aid tips and advice please share!