"It is often thought by the bystander that there is little that could have been done as they see a patient covered over whilst the loved ones cry.  The bystander is wrong and they could change everything if they were no longer a bystander, but a person who has trained in First Aid.  Then perhaps the loved ones may cry but with hope.

The fundamental lesson to learn is that IT IS WORTHWHILE.  YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

With all the skills and resources even the best of hospitals can not revive the dead; reverse paralysed limbs.  Your contribution can often delay these things happening and thus give a chance where before there was none.

I urge you to take seriously these courses, it will be one of the most important things you will learn.  It will be one of the most important things you will ever do"

Dr Wayne SMALLMAN

Consultant in A & E Medicine