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My Child Has Knocked Their Tooth Out!

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My Child Has Knocked Their Tooth Out!

My child has knocked out a tooth – What should I do? During our First Aid courses, parents often ask us what to do if a child’s tooth is broken or knocked out. It is a common occurrence – about 50% of children in Europe will have a dental injury before the age of 16. […]

6th March 2015

Colds – What Helps?

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Colds – What Helps?

The common cold – can we prevent it? Dr Michelle Wright looks at the latest evidence for vitamin C, zinc and Echinacea.

16th February 2015

The 5:2 Diet

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The 5:2 Diet

Dr Michelle looks at another diet – the 5:2 diet – does it work and is it good for you?

16th February 2015

The Paleolithic Diet

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The Paleolithic Diet

Also known as the Caveman diet, Dr Michelle looks at what this diet is all about and the evidence behind it.

16th February 2015

Fainting

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Fainting

Dr Michelle Wright explains all about fainting – the First Aid that we should carry out and the differences between common fainting and something more serious.

16th February 2015

How To Save A Choking Baby

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How To Save A Choking Baby

By Penny Fraser Take a look at this video from St John’s Ambulance, a First Aid charity in the UK. Watch for the jellybaby played by Johnny Vegas, turning from blue to red as he gets saved by the back blows. #TheChokeables It is such an important skill to know – one of the reasons […]

30th January 2015

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