First Aid
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First aid for frostbite Frostbite occurs after exposure to extreme cold, when the blood flow to the exposed area stops and the affected area of skin becomes frozen |
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What you need in your first aid kit Always have a first aid kit in your home (and a separate one in the car) in case of medical emergencies. Here’s a list of what you will need |
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First aid: deal with food poisoning Cooking for a large family over Christmas is a huge task so make sure you handle the food with care. If, for any reason, food poisoning occurs, take the following steps to make the person safe |
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First aid tips for feeling faint If you are feeling faint, here is what you can do to prevent fainting |
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First aid for sprains Sprains are often linked with sporting activities as they are caused by sudden tearing or overstretching of soft tissues around bones and joints |
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First aid tips to relieve cramp Cramp is caused when there is a spasm in a muscle, which can feel painful and unexpected |
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First aid tips for nosebleeds Sit the person down, reassure them and pinch the tip rather than the hard bit of the nose |
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First aid tips to rescue someone drowning in water Saving a drowning person can be hazardous in itself so first try to rescue them without getting into the water |
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First aid: Poisoning from plants Children are the most at risk from poisonous plants, since they may be attracted by their berries or seeds and eat them |
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First aid: Anaphylactic shock Anaphylactic shock (anaphylaxis) occurs when the body has a serious allergic reaction to something |
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Quote of the day
A bad cold wouldn't be so annoying if it weren't for the advice of our friends. – Kin Hubbard