Forgetting medication is one thing. No longer having access to a pharmacy or doctor is another. That’s why it’s important to at least know what you need, where your medication is and how it works. Why this is important During power cuts or supply problems, medicines can quickly become scarce. A small stock makes a … Read more
If emergency services don’t answer, what then? Imagine: there’s a fire in your kitchen, smoke fills the room and you call 999. The phone rings. And rings. And rings. Nobody answers. This summer this happened nearly 17,000 times in East Flanders alone – nearly a quarter of all emergency calls went unanswered due to staff … Read more
A well-stocked first aid kit is indispensable, even at home. Most people have a few plasters here and there, but nothing complete. This week you’ll create your own first aid kit that actually works when something goes wrong. Why this is important A small accident happens quickly. Cut in the kitchen, burn blister, sprained ankle… … Read more
Why a well-stocked first aid kit is not a luxury An accident always happens at the wrong moment. Your child falls off their bike, your partner burns themselves on the oven, or you injure yourself whilst doing DIY. Then you don’t want to be busy looking for usable bandages. The EU advises residents to be … Read more
The Belgian National Crisis Centre has thoroughly renewed its online tool for creating personal emergency plans. The improved website makes it easier for families to prepare for crisis situations. In about ten minutes, you can create a complete emergency plan for yourself and your family. Why a personal emergency plan is essential A personal emergency … Read more
The Flemish government is going to provide 1 million euros per year and will encourage all municipalities to set up a volunteer corps. At least 32 municipalities are already prepared to start a corps. The government encourages all other municipalities to register this summer. According to Flemish Minister of the Interior Hilde Crevits, 34 municipalities … Read more
First aid in accidents If someone is in distress, you must above all not panic yourself. In many cases you can easily provide help to prevent worse. “That’s why we want to make people self-reliant. Ensure that they dare to help.” That’s what the Red Cross itself says about first aid. In this article I … Read more
