CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It’s a life saving medical procedure which is given to someone who is in cardiac arrest. It helps to pump blood around the person’s body when their heart can’t. Performing CPR isn’t as complicated as you may think, and is a basic life-saving skill. CPR may be performed with chest […]
Stay safe this festive period by following Ice Blue Medical’s winter wish list…. With Christmas and the party season fast approaching, Ice Blue Medical is urging people to stay safe by following the advice on its winter wish list. We are asking people to plan ahead for any nights out, look out for others, […]
Introduction – Most people have suffered a burn or scald at least once in their lives, usually sunburn. Thankfully, instinct correctly tells us to cool it using cold water, but there’s much more to treating a burn than this basic step. What is a burn? – The World Health Organisation define a burn as: …an injury to […]
WHAT IS FESTIVAL SAFE? Whether you’re a first-timer or a hardened veteran, there is something on Festival Safe for everyone. Confused about what tent to buy? Wondering how you’re going to cope with the toilets? Looking for information on alcohol & other drugs? You’ll find lots of useful information to make yours a festival to […]
You can probably picture it: people filtering in through the door, milling about before the big event begins, admiring the decorations or simply the organisation, listening to keynote speakers or a band, gathering around a meal, training, or doing whatever it is you have on the schedule for the night. Can you close your eyes […]
Myth 1: If you get a cut, Simply Apply Ointment, Apply a Bandage, and Leave it Alone for a few Days Truth: Applying ointment keeps the wound moistened, which does not help the healing process. Bandages require changing, and should not be left alone for days. Wounds need to be kept clean. Solution: When it comes to […]
No-one leaves the house hoping to be in an accident when they get behind the wheel of a car, but that is a risk we all take every single time we drive. Accidents happen, and the result is very often injuries need to be treated as soon as possible with First Aid. Emergency services do […]
Minor injuries can cause a fair amount of pain but are rarely serious enough to need specialist medical care. This guide will go through the benefits of Heat and Ice treatment and how to treat injuries effectively with this technique, so that you can recover from the injury quickly and effectively. Heat and Ice treatment […]
