Mini First Aid Berkshire

22/03/2026

20/03/2026

A really helpful video explaining Meningitis and what to look out for 💚

16/03/2026

In light of the tragic news today about two university students who have died from meningitis, it’s a timely reminder to know the signs and symptoms. Awareness saves lives. 💚

Many people associate meningitis with a rash, but not everyone with meningitis will develop one.

If a rash does appear, check the entire body. On white skin it may look like small red or brown pin-prick marks that can develop into larger red or purple blotches or blood blisters.

On black or brown skin, a rash can be harder to see, so check lighter areas such as the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, inside the eyelids or inside the mouth.

The tumbler (glass) test can sometimes help identify a rash that needs urgent medical attention.

🚨 But remember – don’t wait for a rash.

Early symptoms can include:

• Fever
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Muscle pain
• Stomach cramps
• Fever with cold hands and feet

Other common signs and symptoms include:

• Drowsy or difficult to wake
• Confusion or irritability
• Severe muscle pain
• Pale, blotchy skin, spots or rash
• Severe headache
• Stiff neck
• Dislike of bright lights
• Convulsions or seizures

⚠️ Meningitis and Sepsis can make someone very unwell very quickly. Keep checking them and seek medical help urgently if you are concerned.

💚 Knowing the signs could save a life.

For more information:- Meningitis Research Foundation

15/03/2026

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For the last (almost) 9 years I have been lucky enough to have a business that ticks all these boxes. Only through a change in my family life am I now selling the franchise and passing this amazing opportunity to someone else who will benefit the way I have!

Running your own Mini First Aid franchise you can enjoy the freedom of being your own boss while making a real difference in the community.

* An exclusive territory that’s yours alone.
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* Teaching life-saving skills and seeing the positive impact in your community.

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05/03/2026

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A fever after an injury can be a sign of infection or another complication. The NHS recommends seeking medical advice if a fever develops post-injury. ⛑️

04/03/2026

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04/03/2026

Every newborn baby in the UK is offered a newborn hearing screening test - here’s what you need to know as a parent.

Around 1-2 in every 1,000 babies are born with permanent hearing loss in one or both ears. This increases to around 1 in 100 babies who have spent more than 48 hours in neonatal intensive care.

Most babies with hearing loss are born into families with no history of hearing problems. That’s why this screening matters.

The newborn hearing test helps identify permanent hearing loss as early as possible, so families can access the right support, advice and treatment from the very beginning. Early diagnosis gives babies the very best chance to develop speech, language and communication skills, and to build strong bonds with the people around them.

If you give birth in hospital, the test is usually offered before you go home. If you have a home birth, or leave hospital quickly, a healthcare professional or health visitor will arrange it within the first few weeks.

The test is quick, safe and painless. A small soft earpiece is placed in your baby’s ear and gentle clicking sounds are played. The equipment measures how your baby’s ears respond to the sounds.
The test only takes a few minutes and most babies sleep through it.

Most babies will get a clear result straight away. Some babies will need another test, which doesn’t necessarily mean there’s a hearing problem, it can happen if your baby is unsettled, there’s fluid in the ear, or there was background noise during the test.

If further checks are needed, you’ll be referred to a specialist audiology team for more detailed assessments.

Screening is your choice, but it’s offered because early identification can make a huge difference.

If you’re expecting or have recently welcomed your baby, it’s completely normal to have questions about all the newborn checks. Being informed helps you feel confident in those early days.

03/03/2026

Confidence doesn’t come from scrolling or checking on Google – it comes from practising.

If your child has an accident or is choking or falls seriously ill, you don't have time to Google what to do or try to remember and figure out what that video on YouTube showed you to do - you need to act and act fast.

Getting practical, hands-on training in what to do in an emergency makes all the difference when it comes to having the confidence to step up and help your child.

Come and learn with us.

Our award-winning baby & child first aid class teaches you how to treat a choking baby or toddler, how to administer CPR, how to treat a burn, a head bump, a bone break and a bleed.

You'll get to practise techniques on life-sized mannequins and have the opportunity to ask questions and get real-time feedback from our expert trainers so that you can leave the class confident.

Find out about classes in your local area by visiting our website on www.Berkshire.minifirstaid.co.uk

17/02/2026

❌ STOP doing this if you want to help reduce the risk of your baby or toddler from choking.

If your toddler likes sausages or hot dogs, here’s a super simple safety tip for you to help prevent choking.

Don’t cut your hot dog sausages into rounds, as small round pieces are the perfect shape and consistency to very easily get stuck in your child’s throat.

Instead, cut into longer thin slices so that even if it does get stuck, its shape means it’s unlikely to completely block the airway.

Join us for a baby & child Mini First Aid class and learn more about choking prevention and what to do to if the worst happens and your child begins to choke. We hope you will never need to use the techniques you learn in our class, but having the confidence of knowing how to respond could save vital seconds and help your child.

Head to the link in our comments to find a Mini First Aid class near you 💚

31/01/2026

Learn essential life saving skills to keep your little ones safe with Mini First Aid 💚

Variety of open classes coming up listed below or why not host a private class at home with friends and family.

Scan the QR code attached or visit our website at https://www.berkshire.minifirstaid.co.uk to book a space