First Aid

Blistered, aching feet? Consider trying the following which might help Plasters Whether you’re breaking in new footwear, or heading off on a hike, you should always take preventative steps to stop your feet from getting rubbed raw. Stock up on blister plasters year-round, as summer sandals and winter boots are equal culprits when it comes to the friction which causes blisters to form. You can buy plasters shaped to specific...

Whether small and painless or huge and itchy, blisters are always an annoyance. They’re most commonly found on the feet as a side-effect of too-tight shoes - although blisters can form almost anywhere on the body. What is a blister? A blister is a pocket...

So, you’ve accidentally cut your hand and all you can find is some out-of-date antiseptic cream and a plaster that has seen better days. If this sounds like a familiar scene in your household, it may be time to stock up on our list of...

If you came across someone collapsed in the street, would you know how to do CPR and put them in the recovery position? If they’d been stabbed, could you stop the bleeding until paramedics arrived?  Knowing how to do the four most common first aid...