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First Aid
- An interactive online first aid course from the BBC leading towards taking a recognised first aid qualification. Also offers information on techniques, and a listing of local training providers.|
» BUPA: Bites and Stings - Factsheet with advice on symptoms and treatment including when urgent medical attention is needed. Includes animal and human bites, adders, insects, weever fish and jellyfish stings.
» Beware of the Weever Fish - British Marine Life Study Society. Information on the weever fish, first aid, reports of victims plus links to articles on jellyfish stings, lamprey bites and sea anemone stings.
» British Red Cross: First Aid Tips - Information on how to deal with emergencies involving adults, babies and children. Includes photographs of positions and techniques.
» First Aid in Dogs - Practical advice on how to deal with an injured dog including handling.
» Health and Safety Advice for Schools - Access health and safety guidelines and first aid information for issues affecting UK schools .
» NHS Direct: Accidents and First Aid - Summary of the recommended immediate action with links to more detailed information.
» Patient UK: Snake Bites - Article on treatment of snake bites including first aid care and subsequent procedures.
» Reptiles and Amphibians of the UK: Adders - Identification, reassurance that bites are rarely fatal, and advice on immobilisation.
» St John Ambulance - Downloads and sound files of first aid advice.
» Vitamin UK: First Aid for Burns and Scalds - Treatment of major and minor burns and scalds.
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