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A Guide to Different Types of Medical Plasters

A Guide to Different Types of Medical Plasters

Read on to learn about the different types of plasters, the best plasters for various injuries and situations, and some recommended Steroplast plasters. We supply adhesive, assorted plasters for wound dressing.

How to Apply Plasters on Fingers and Toes (With Pictures)

How to Apply Plasters on Fingers and Toes (With Pictures & Videos)

Applying plasters to fingers and toes can be awkward, especially on little ones with extra-small digits. Even in adults, the extra material, bunching up, and overlap can result in bulky dressings that make it difficult to perform dextrous tasks.

It’s a good idea to learn some plaster application techniques, especially if you need to use your hands in the workplace. So here are some first aid plaster application hacks to make your life easier.

Defibrillators - Which model would be best for you and your needs?

Different Types of AED: How to Choose the Best Defibrillator for Your Needs

Each year in the UK, around 60,000 people suffer cardiac arrests outside of hospital. Of these individuals, an average of just 10% survive admission to hospital. These odds can be greatly improved if automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are available.

Workplace Defibrillators: Everything You Need to Know

Workplace Defibrillators: Everything You Need to Know

Less than one in 10 people in the UK survive a cardiac arrest that occurs outside of a hospital. Because death can occur within minutes of cardiac arrest, many businesses have taken ownership of the responsibility to increase the number of AEDs available and make sure that they can provide critical support if cardiac arrest strikes.

If you are a business owner or manager and have decided to install a workplace AED, it’s one of the most responsible steps towards keeping your staff and customers safe. You never know when someone could go into cardiac arrest, and having an AED available could be life-saving.

If you’re still wondering ‘do I need a defibrillator at work?’ you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about workplace AEDs. 

When to Use a Defibrillator

When to Use a Defibrillator

Cardiac arrest can happen at any time and, with an onset of a matter of seconds, a fast response is crucial. Over the past few years, more and more defibrillators have been installed in public places like phone boxes, public bathrooms, shopping centres, schools, and community buildings to give people a greater chance of survival when cardiac arrest strikes.

In this blog post, we’ll answer the question ‘when do you use a defibrillator’?

A Guide to Plaster Allergies: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

A Guide to Plaster Allergies: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

An allergic reaction to plasters is not uncommon. Anyone can be allergic to plasters, but it’s more likely to appear in children and people with sensitive skin. 44% of all adults in the UK suffer from at least one allergy, and in the last 30 years, the number of children with eczema has trebled, according to data gathered by Allergy UK.

First Aid Plasters for the Workplace: What Business Owners Need to Know

First Aid Plasters for the Workplace: What Business Owners Need to Know

Plasters are one of the most commonly used workplace first-aid supplies. Offices, retail outlets, hospitality, commercial kitchens, warehouses, factories—there are so many places where a minor cut or graze can happen easily.

How to Remove a Plaster and Get Rid of Black Plaster Marks on Skin

How to Remove a Plaster and Get Rid of Black Plaster Marks on Skin

Steroplast plasters and dressing strips are known for their superior sticking capabilities. This is a great thing for our customers because they know their cuts and grazes are protected no matter what

How Long Should I Keep a Plaster on a Cut?

How Long Should I Keep a Plaster on a Cut?

Using a plaster is a convenient and efficient way to manage a minor wound and stop it from preventing everyday activities. Covering a cut with a small, adhesive dressing means you can get on with life without worrying about potential infection or discomfort. 

This is especially true of our Steroplast fabric plasters, which were voted Which? #1 best plaster in the UK against other mainstream brands. Our plasters stay in place no matter what. 

Experts Answer FAQs about Plasters

Experts Answer FAQs about Plasters

Plasters are essential for any first aid kit. If you own a business, your first aid kit must contain plasters. The plaster specialist, Steroplast Healthcare, goes into detail to answer some of the most common questions about first aid plasters.