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Why is it necessary? of Accidents and first aid
The knowledge of first aid, when properly applied, can mean the difference between temporary or permanent injury, rapid recovery or long-term disability, and the difference between life and death.
Deaths due to accidents and heart attacks account for a high proportion of deaths in the UK each year.
Heart attack
Coronary heart disease (CHD) accounts for over 140,000 deaths each year in the UK, and over half the people who have a heart attack, die before they reach hospital.
Accidents in the home
More than 4,000 people die in accidents in the home and 2.8 million are injured in the UK every year.
Road Accidents
Approximately 3,500 people are killed on Britain's roads every year, with approximately 320,000 total casualties of whom 38,000 are seriously injured.
Burns
Approximately 250 people die from burns and 130,000 require treatment for burns in the UK each year.
Drowning
Approximately 500 people, mainly children die from drowning in the UK each year.
Electricity
Approximately 50 people die and 4,000 people require treatment from electricity related injuries.
Poisoning
Approximately 50,000 people require treatment for poisoning, including accidental poisoning especially in children and over-doses.
