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 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
