What is Sepsis? Sepsis is the body’s reaction to severe infection. The body attacks its own organs and tissues, which can lead to shock, multiple organ failure and death. In…
10 reasons why you should know First Aid
First aid saves lives – 10 reasons why you should know First Aid Research by the Irish Red Cross shows that only 5% of people in Ireland are First Aid…
How to survive a Heart Attack when alone
If a heart attack happens and you're alone, what should you do? Very few things are scarier than the thought of having a heart attack, let alone having a heart…
Bee and Wasp Stings
Wasps are particularly aggressive in the late summer and warmer early autumn months. For most people a wasp sting will wear off within 24 hours and can easily be treated. …
Water Safety This Summer
With an average of 120 drownings in Ireland every year it is vital to know how to stay safe. Read our advise on water safety to help you stay safe.
How to help if your baby is choking
How to help if your baby is choking One of the top fears among parents is the risk of choking and this is not without cause. Choking is incredibly common,…
Preventing Heart Disease
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a major cause of death in Ireland and worldwide. Approximately 10,000 people die in Ireland from CHD each year, accounting for around 36% of deaths…
Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand foot and mouth disease is a very common childhood illness which spreads rapidly and is particularly common in the early Autumn. In this article we explain how to spot…
High Blood Pressure and how to reduce it
This article examines what is high blood pressure and how to reduce it, and consequently reduce the risk of other associated health risks.
Stroke First Aid – how to recognise a Stroke
Stroke First Aid - strokes can happen to anyone at any age, what causes them, how to spot them and how to react. Eating a healthy diet, taking regular exercise,…