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HealthCo First Aid: Sepsis
Sepsis is a serious medical condition that can develop from an infection. It’s crucial to recognize the signs and act fast. This blog post aims to provide information on understanding sepsis and what steps to take if you suspect someone...
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Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: Why It Matters
In every community, there are individuals who may be more at risk of harm, neglect, or abuse. Whether it is due to age, disability, mental health, or illness. These individuals rely on the vigilance, compassion, and competence of those around...
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HealthCo First Aid: Heart Attack
Welcome to our HealthCo First Aid Series: your go-to guide for handling medical emergencies with confidence. In each post, we’ll break down how to recognize symptoms, what actions to take, and how to stay calm and effective in critical moments....
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Manual Handling Matters: Why Proper Training Is Key to Preventing Injuries and Staying Healthy at Work
What Is Manual Handling? Manual handling refers to any activity that involves lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects by hand or bodily force. It’s a routine part of many jobs, from construction and warehousing to healthcare, retail, and office...
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How to Use an AED: Simple Steps That Save Lives
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen anywhere: at work, at home, in a public place. When it does, every second matters. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) can make the difference between life and death, and the good news is: you don’t...
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Training for the Real World: How AI is Transforming HealthCo’s Behaviour of Concern program
Responding to behaviours that challenge – aggressive, violent, inappropriate or self injurious behaviour, is a significant part of the role of being a healthcare practitioner – but that doesn’t make it easy! Whether it’s a frustrated patient in pain or...
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Infection Prevention in Healthcare: The Power of Clean Hands
In healthcare, clean hands are not just good practice—they are critical. Hand hygiene is one of the most effective and affordable ways to prevent the spread of infections, including viruses such as influenza and COVID-19, and drug-resistant bacteria like MRSA....
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Fire Safety: Understanding Different Types of Fire Extinguishers
We are launching our new Fire Safety Training Program, where you can train to be able to recognize and respond to emergencies related to fire in your workplace. Take a look at what HealthCo can do for you on our...
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Handling Aggressive Behaviour in Healthcare: Key Strategies for De-escalation
Healthcare professionals face numerous challenges in providing care, and one of the most difficult situations is dealing with aggressive behaviour from patients. Whether it’s due to pain, frustration, or cognitive impairments, aggression can lead to dangerous outcomes if not properly...
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First Responders’ Safety: Caring for Others While Taking Care of Yourself
When it comes to being a first responder, the work is both rewarding and challenging. Every day, you’re faced with unexpected situations where people rely on you to provide life-saving care in the most critical moments. While your...
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Empowering Future Healthcare Professionals: Basic Life Support & Patient Handling Training
Students of one of Ireland’s leading universities recently enjoyed the valuable experience of participating in two important training workshops: Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Course and People/Patient Moving and Handling Training. These workshops were conducted by experienced trainers Aishling, Susan,...
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A Fresh New Look – Introducing the HealthCo Rebrand
At HealthCo, our mission has always been to create healthier and safer workspaces. As we continue to grow and evolve, we recognize the need for our brand to reflect who we are today and where we’re headed in the future....
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Irish Heart Foundation update re – delivery of rescue breaths.
Dear Training Site Coordinator, We are contacting you to provide an updated statement regarding the delivery of breaths (Healthcare professionals). Please find the same attached to this email for your convenience. A copy of the statement will also be available...
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The legislative basis protecting employees exposed to aggressive or violent behaviour.
***** Context. Aggression and violence is a significant hazard in a variety of workplaces. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) reports exposure to this behaviour is particularly significant in the public sector including public administration, defence, social security and the...
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“They should teach CPR in schools”
“This really should be taught in schools across the country” One of the most common discussion points when teaching local community groups first aid, is that the same courses should be performed in schools. It makes sense, there is plenty...
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A quick guide on how to use a defibrillator.
Defibrillators or AEDs are now widely available for use by the general public in the event of an individual having a cardiac arrest. They are located in the workplace, in supermarkets and even on the side of the street in...
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Blended BLS training – An improved training system for organisations and staff.
Basic Life Support – Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) training is the preferred program for staff resuscitation training in healthcare facilities in Ireland. Designed by the American Heart Association, it’s evidence base in combination with the practice whilst watching training...
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First Aid Response Recertification Extension 31st July 2021
Extension The news hitting our inbox this week will come as a small but helpful reprieve for all workplaces where First Aiders have seen their certification lapse. The Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) have extended the recertification deadline to...
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Covid & Return to Business Plan 2021
It’s an understatement to say the Covid pandemic blindsided businesses in 2020. However 2021 is the year of the big vaccination and we have most of the information we need to plan our return to business. Failure to do so...
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Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Approved Training Institution
We’ve recently received the most welcome news that our application to become an Approved Training Institution (ATI) with the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) has been granted. We underwent a rigorous application and assessment process taking almost one year from...
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