Event Medical Solutions SW CIC

21/03/2026

🌆 Saturday Evening Update from Event Medical Solutions SW 🌆

What a fantastic day it’s been – magnificent sunshine right across the South West today ☀️ A perfect backdrop for the events we’ve been proud to support!

🚑 We still have availability for event medical cover throughout 2026 – if you’re planning an event, now’s the time to get in touch and secure professional, reliable medical support.

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ We’re also growing our team!
We’re currently looking for:
🔹 Volunteers
🔹 Freelance medical staff

If you’re passionate about patient care, enjoy working in dynamic event environments, and want to be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Drop us a message to learn more about availability or joining the team.

Enjoy the rest of your sunny Saturday evening! 🌅

18/03/2026

🧠 Meningitis Awareness: Stay Alert, Stay Safe

In light of recent events, Event Medical Solutions SW CIC wants to remind everyone how important it is to understand and recognise Meningitis.

❓ What is meningitis?

Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or other organisms. Some forms are mild, but bacterial meningitis can become life-threatening very quickly and requires urgent medical treatment.

⚠️ Symptoms to watch for:

• Sudden high fever
• Severe headache
• Stiff neck
• Sensitivity to light
• Nausea and vomiting
• Confusion or difficulty concentrating
• Cold hands and feet, limb pain, pale or mottled skin
• A rash that doesn’t fade under pressure

👶 In babies and young children:

• Unusual drowsiness or unresponsiveness
• High-pitched crying
• Bulging soft spot (fontanelle)
• Refusing feeds

⏱️ Act fast — don’t delay seeking medical help.
Trust your instincts. It’s always better to get checked.

Please share this post to help raise awareness and protect others.

15/03/2026

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day 🌷

Today we celebrate all the amazing mums and mother figures who make such a difference every single day.

Your care, strength, patience and love never go unnoticed.

From all of us at Event Medical Solutions SW CIC, we wish you a wonderful Mother’s Day filled with appreciation, happiness and a well-deserved moment to relax.

Thank you for everything you do. 💐

14/03/2026

We are proud to be supporting MaltingsFest this year, If you have never been, get yourself to Newton Abbot 16-18 April. and sample some amazing cask ales, keg beers, ciders and spirits on offer. Details can be found in the attached poster. Will we see you there?

Here are the details of our 32nd MaltingsFest - do please share and we look forward to seeing you in April

14/03/2026

As we head into events season, we’d love to hear from you! 🚑

At Event Medical Solutions SW CIC, we’re always looking for ways to share useful, interesting, and engaging content with our community.

👉 What would you like to see more of from us this year?

Some ideas could include:
• First aid tips and advice 🩹
• Behind-the-scenes at events 🎪
• Meet the team posts 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️
• Training and skills demonstrations 📚
• Real-life scenarios and learning points 🚨
• Community safety advice 🏡

Or something completely different? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Your feedback helps us create content that’s helpful, educational, and relevant for everyone. Thank you for supporting Event Medical Solutions SW CIC 💙

13/03/2026

We welcome Down by the River Music Festival, to our 2026 customer list. We can't wait to support this event this year.

Make sure you drop there page a follow, and if you are interested, I have put the link, on where you can obtain tickets.

Down by the River Music Festival – The Meadows,Tavistock, Sat 5 Sep 2026

12/03/2026

🧠 Knowledge Thursday!

🚨 Catastrophic Bleeding – Acting Fast Saves Lives

Severe bleeding can become life-threatening within minutes. Quick action from bystanders can make the difference before emergency services arrive.

⚠️ Signs of catastrophic bleeding:
🔴 Blood pouring or pumping from a wound
🔴 Clothing or bandages soaked with blood
🔴 The person becoming pale, weak, dizzy, or confused

🩹 What you can do:

1️⃣ Call 999 immediately
2️⃣ Apply firm direct pressure to the wound
3️⃣ Use dressings, clothing, or any clean cloth to help control bleeding
4️⃣ If trained and available, apply a tourniquet above the wound

⏱️ Remember: Stopping the bleed is the priority. Keep pressure on the wound until medical help arrives.

At Event Medical Solutions SW CIC we’re passionate about helping communities learn simple skills that can save lives.

💬 Did you know catastrophic bleeding can become fatal in just a few minutes?

11/03/2026

We are looking forward to working with Historic Vehicle Gathering again for 2026, if you have never been to this event, set in the stunning area of the Powderham Estate, then you are in for a right treat!

Make sure you dont miss it this year. Tickets can be obtained online or on the gate, please check out and follow their page for more details.

A date for your diary! If you wish to exhibit, you must prebook when bookings open at the beginning of March. A weekend of around 1500 exhibits, seventy car clubs, individual entries, commercials, military, motorcycles, steamers, trade stands, family entertainment, live music and more.

11/03/2026

📣 Stall Holders Wanted – Abbfest 2026

We’re now inviting stall holder applications for Abbfest 2026.

If you sell artisan food, crafts, gifts, or unique products, we’d love to hear from you.

Abbfest attracts thousands of visitors across the weekend, making it a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business.

📅 18–20 September 2026
📍 Fermoys Garden Centre, Ipplepen

Apply now via our website:
👉 www.abbfest.org

09/03/2026

This is why CPR and defibrillator awareness is so important. Knowing what to do in those first few minutes could save someone’s life. 🫀

09/03/2026

Yesterday our team at Event Medical Solutions SW CIC had the privilege of visiting the Knife Angel — the National Monument Against Violence and Aggression — currently on display in Plymouth city centre.

Standing 27 feet tall and created from more than 100,000 confiscated knives, the sculpture is a powerful reminder of the devastating impact knife crime has on individuals, families, and especially young people in our communities.

The Knife Angel is currently situated between the Civic Centre and the Guildhall buildings in Plymouth. We encourage everyone to take the time to visit while it is here. It’s powerful during the day, but in the evening when it is illuminated it becomes even more poignant and offers a powerful moment for reflection.

If you’re not already following our page, please drop us a follow and share this post to help spread awareness.

StrongerTogether

08/03/2026

🌸✨ Happy International Women’s Day! ✨🌸

Today we celebrate the incredible women who make a difference every single day — in our communities, in healthcare, in emergency services, and within the Event Medical Solutions SW CIC team.

From delivering frontline medical care at events, to supporting patients, teams, and communities behind the scenes — women play a vital role in keeping people safe. Your compassion, resilience, leadership, and dedication never go unnoticed. 💜

We are proud to work alongside so many strong, skilled, and inspiring women who bring professionalism, kindness, and determination to everything they do.

💬 Let’s celebrate together:
👉 Tag a woman who inspires you
👉 Say thank you to a colleague, friend, or volunteer
👉 Share this post to show your support

Because when we recognise and uplift each other, we build stronger teams, stronger communities, and a stronger future.

Happy International Women’s Day to all the amazing women out there — today and every day. 🌷