The red cross emblem is an international symbol of neutrality and protection during armed conflicts. Used by military medical personnel and authorised humanitarian workers to safeguard the wounded and ...

An "exceptional" wildfire risk has been declared across parts of the UK. Check affected areas, understand the risks and access British Red Cross safety advice. British Red Cross volunteers are on ...

1. If the person is responsive, find out what they have taken, when they took it and how much they took. The emergency services will want to know this information. 2. Call 999. The substance could be ...

On 28 March 2025, central Myanmar was rocked by a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake, followed by a 6.7 magnitude aftershock. It caused widespread devastation: 3,600 deaths. 5,561 injured. 120,000+ ...

Flexible and virtual – take part wherever you are, at a time that suits you. Choose to cover your distance from various activities that suit your lifestyle and fitness level such as running, cycling, ...

Learn what causes wildfires, how they start and why our changing climate is increasing the risk of serious fires Belfast ERV Team support statutory partners at wildfires in the Mourne Mountains.

The British Red Cross offers first aid training across the UK at more than 150 venues. We can even come to you if you have a group of up to 12 people. See all our first aid training venues. If you're ...

When a major emergency occurs overseas, the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) brings together 15 UK charities – the British Red Cross included – to raise funds for an effective, coordinated response ...

Emergency situations can be stressful, dangerous and upsetting. But if you’re prepared, you can deal with the unexpected. Our Baby and child first aid app is also available for download. This free app ...

Life as a First World War volunteer (or VAD) was tough. Volunteers fulfilled a range of roles from ambulance drivers to cooks but most of the 90,000 were women who signed up as novice nurses. Early ...

The emblem of a red cross on a white background is a sign of protection under the Geneva Conventions. It is not a religious symbol. The red cross, red crescent and red crystal are symbols of ...

What is a broken bone? A broken bone and a fracture are the same thing. The bone could be cracked, snapped, crushed or broken into a few pieces. No matter how the bone is broken, the first aid steps ...