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As parents, we are far more likely to see people like fire officers or paramedics as heroes. Yet our research for Child Safety Week shows just how much parents do to stop their children suffering horrific accidents - almost two-thirds say they've had to save the day to prevent a serious accident.

Parents play down the life-saving role they play, but the truth is, the small actions we all take day-in, day-out to prevent accidents from happening in the first place are as just as heroic as rescuing children after an accident has happened.

Help keep children safe by following these simple steps:

1) Download the Child Safety Week Parents' Pack
Download Parents' Pack
Children develop so quickly, they catch us off-guard. Whether it's learning to roll, crawl, stand or just exploring their environment as they get older, each stage opens up a new set of potential hazards.

It can be difficult to keep up, and the daily pressures of caring for children don't make it any easier. What's more, because the hazards aren't always obvious, it can be even harder to keep children out of harm's way.

Download our Child Safety Week Parents' Pack aimed at helping parents identify the key risks of accident and help prevent them. There are some fun activity sheets at the back of the pack that you could do with your children.

2) Share your experiences

Have you got any top tips for reducing the risk of accidents? Has your child ever had an accident or near miss?

Here are some top tips on the CAPT Youtube channel shared by other parents, carers, grandparents and childminders:

Get in touch and tell us about your experiences so we can share this with other parents and help them in the battle against accidents.

3) Find out more about serious accidents and how to stop them

You'll find details of some of the most common causes of serious accidents, as well as safety advice for preventing them on the CAPT safety advice pages.

4) Join us on Facebook and Twitter

Join in the conversation about Child Safety Week on Twitter and Facebook.

5) Look out for local events for 2018 Child Safety Week

There will be thousands of events going on around the UK for Child Safety Week where you and your family can find out more about how to prevent serious accidents. Your local School, Children's Centre or Health Visitor are all good places to start. If they are not running events themselves, they should be able to tell you about other accident prevention sessions and activities that are available in your area.

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Help us help you get the treatment you need

Because of coronavirus (COVID-19), it can be hard to know what to do if you're unwell. It's important to get medical help if you think you need it.

For help from a GP - use your GP surgery's website, use an online service or app, or call the surgery.

For urgent medical help - use the NHS 111 online service, or call 111 if you're unable to get help online.

For life-threatening emergencies - call 999 for an ambulance.

If you're advised to go to hospital, it's important to go.

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All babies cry, and some more than others. Crying is your baby's way of telling you they need comfort and care.
Sometimes it's easy to work out what they want, and sometimes it's not.

The most common reasons for crying are:

hunger

a dirty or wet nappy

tiredness

wanting a cuddle

wind

being too hot or too cold

boredom

overstimulation

There may be times of the day when your baby tends to cry a lot and cannot be comforted. Early evening is the most common time for this to happen.

This can be hard for you, as it's often the time when you're most tired and least able to cope.

The amount babies cry tends to peak at about 7 weeks, then gradually tail off.

How to calm a crying baby

Try some of the following ways to comfort your baby. Some may work better than others:

If you're breastfeeding, let your baby suckle at your breast.

Having some gentle noise in the background may help distract your baby.

Some older babies like to use a bit of cloth or a blanket as a comforter.

Hold your baby or put them in a sling so they're close to you. Move about gently, sway and dance, talk to them and sing.

Rock your baby backwards and forwards in the pram, or go out for a walk or a drive. Lots of babies like to sleep in cars. Even if they wake up again when you stop, at least you'll have had a break.

Find something for them to listen to or look at. This could be music on the radio, a CD, a rattle, or a mobile above the cot.

Try stroking your baby's back firmly and rhythmically, holding them against you or lying face downwards on your lap.

Undress your baby and massage them gently and firmly. Avoid using any oils or lotions until your baby's at least a month old. Talk soothingly as you do it and keep the room warm enough. Some health centres and clinics run baby massage courses. For information, ask your midwife or health visitor.

Try a warm bath. This calms some babies instantly, but makes others cry even more.

Sometimes too much rocking and singing can keep your baby awake. You might find lying them down after a feed will help.

Ask your health visitor for advice.

Crying during feeds

Some babies cry and seem unsettled around the time of a feed. If you're breastfeeding, you may find that improving your baby's positioning and attachment helps them settle.

You can go to a breastfeeding drop-in group and ask for help if there's one available in your local area.

The Breastfeeding Network's website can provide information on the nearest group to you.

You can also ask your health visitor for advice.

Crying during feeds can sometimes be a symptom of reflux, a common condition where babies bring back milk after feeds.

Speak to your health visitor or GP for more information and advice.

If your baby cries constantly

There are several reasons that can cause a baby to cry excessively.

It can be exhausting if you have tried everything and nothing seems to comfort your baby.

Colic

Excessive crying could be a sign that your baby has colic. Everyone agrees that colic exists, but nobody knows what causes it.

Some doctors think it's a kind of stomach cramp. The crying sounds miserable and distressed, and stops for a moment or two, then starts up again, which suggests it could be caused by waves of stomach pain.

The crying can go on for some hours. There may be little you can do except try to comfort your baby and wait for the crying to pass.
Get tips for coping with colic
Crying and illness

If your baby's crying constantly and you cannot console or distract them, or the cry does not sound like their normal cry, it can be a sign they're ill.

Or they may be ill if they're crying and have other symptoms, such as a high temperature. If this is the case, contact your health visitor or GP.

During the day, Monday to Friday, contact your GP surgery. At evenings and weekends you can call NHS 111 or your GP's out-of-hours number.

Call 999 and ask for an ambulance if your baby:

has a fit (seizure or convulsion)

has blue, mottled, ashen (grey) or very pale skin

breathes rapidly or makes a throaty noise while breathing, or seems to be working hard to breathe, perhaps sucking in their stomach under their ribcage

has a high temperature, but their hands and feet feel cold

has a spotty purple-red rash anywhere on the body - this could be a sign of meningitis

Find out the signs of serious illness in your baby
Trust your instincts. You know what's different or worrying behaviour in your baby.

Getting help with a crying baby

You can talk to a friend, your health visitor or GP, or contact the Cry-sis helpline on 08451 228 669, open 9am to 10pm, 7 days a week. You'll be charged for your call.

Cry-sis can put you in touch with other parents who have been in the same situation.

You can also visit the Cry-sis website for information on coping with crying babies.

If you decide to talk to your health visitor or GP, it can help to keep a record of how often and when your baby cries.

For example, this might be after every feed or during the evening. This can help your health visitor or GP to work out if there's a particular cause for the crying.

Keeping a record can also help you identify the times when you need extra support. You could think about possible changes to your routine.

There may be times when you're so tired and angry you feel like you cannot take any more. This happens to a lot of parents, so do not be ashamed to ask for help.

If you do not have anyone who can take care of your baby for a short time and the crying is making you stressed, put your baby in their cot or pram, make sure they're safe, close the door, go into another room and try to calm yourself down.

Set a time limit - for example, 10 minutes - then go back.

Never shake your baby

No matter how frustrated you feel, you must never shake your baby. Shaking moves their head violently and can cause brain damage.

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The Community Learning team provides short informal courses . Our courses are free and some even lead to qualifications.

Courses include: Food Safety, Family First Aid for Babies and Children, Mindfulness and Confidence Building.

How to get a free place on one of our courses

To be offered a free place you will need to be:

19 and over

Living in the EU for at least 3 years

Living in Brighton and Hove area

Unemployed (or working less than 16 hours) or on a low

income (less than £13,500 for a single income or less than £18,500 for a combined household income)

Or have no qualifications

Or you volunteer and are unemployed

Contact us on 01273 810210 for information about courses to help get you back into learning and volunteering.

Our courses

Learning across the city

Many organisations inBrighton& Hove offer opportunities for adults to learn. Some of these are voluntary or charitable organisations, and some are supported by the government's Skills Funding Agency to provide education for those who might not have had opportunities whilst at school. There are also private learning providers offering learning opportunities across the city. You can find out more by going to our directory of adult learning providers.

Level 2 Food safety course

Who is this course for?
Anyone volunteering in catering, or a setting where food is prepared cooked or handled. We give priority to people who are currently volunteering within their local community.
What will I be able to do by the end of the course?

Understand how to control food safety risks (personal hygiene, food storage, cooking and handling) in a food preparation area

Give you confidence and the skills to prepare, cook and store food safety

On successful completion you will receive a Level 2 accredited qualification

What learners had to say about the course
"Great course, and great tutor, who made it easy to understand. I feel ready to continue with my plans to look for work in catering now."

Download our brochure for upcoming course dates.

Family First Aid for babies and children course

Who is this course for?

Parents, grandparents, carers, volunteers working with children, anyone with younger babies or young children in their family

You might also want to attend the course if you are preparing for working with babies or young children

If you are involved with local community groups, community nurseries, or children's sports clubs

What will I be able to do by the end of the course?
Know what to do in an emergency situation, including when a baby or child:

Becomes unconscious or stops breathing

Gets burned

Is choking

Bleeding heavily

Has an asthma attack, or suffers from an anaphylactic shock

Has signs of meningitis

Fits with febrile convulsion

Goes into shock

What learners had to say about the course.
"I feel like I have learned so much. The course is really practical and was easy to understand, and the tutor was so helpful."

Download our brochure for upcoming course dates.

Emergency first aid for adults - Central Brighton

Who is this course for?

If you want to have experience for a real life emergency

If you want to be able to help family, friends or neighbours in an emergency

Are involved with local a community group, faith group or sports club

You might also want to attend the course if you are preparing for volunteering or work

What will the course cover?

dealing with an emergency

unresponsive - breathing

unresponsive - not breathing (cardiopulmonary resuscitation - CPR)

seizures

burns

bleeding heavily

head injury

choking

heart attack

stroke

allergic reaction

diabetic emergency

Download our brochure for upcoming course dates.

Functional Skills courses

We offer Functional Skills English and maths classes at various schools and Children's Centres across the city. The classes are free, friendly and supportive. to find out more, please ring Kirsty Cregan on 01273 810213 or 07795 336142. You can also email Kirsty at
If you do not have any English or maths qualifications and would like k.cregan@friendscentre.org.

English and maths tasters

Are you nervous about studying English again?

Do you fancy a taster in English to brush up your skills before taking on a qualification?

If you don't have any English or maths qualifications and would like to find out more about starting a non exam course in January, call Kirsty Cregan on 01273 810213 or 07795 336142. You can also email Kirsty at k.cregan@friendscentre.org.
The classes are at Woodingdean Library and Moulsecoomb Primary School, the classes are free, friendly and supportive.

Information, advice and guidance service (IAG) at Children's Centres

If you are not sure about what course to take next, we can offer you free personal support to help you find the information you need.

We can offer you:

an individual session to discuss what you are interested in

information on other courses and services

impartial guidance to help you make the right choices

advice on volunteering and training.

Contact Friends Centre reception on 01273 810210

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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless, tasteless, poisonous gas produced by the incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels, including gas, oil, wood and coal. Carbon based fuels are usually safe to use, however, when the fuel does not burn properly, excess CO is produced, which is poisonous. When CO enters the body, it prevents the blood from bringing oxygen to cells, tissues, the brain and organs.

You cannot see it, taste it or smell it but CO can kill quickly with little warning. Around 50 people die every year from CO poisoning caused by gas, oil and solid fuel appliances and flues that have not been properly installed, maintained or that are poorly ventilated. Lower CO levels that do not kill immediately can cause serious harm to health if breathed in over a long period. In extreme cases paralysis and brain damage can be caused as a result of prolonged exposure to CO. Increasing public understanding of the risks of CO poisoning and taking sensible precautions could dramatically reduce this risk.

What preventative measures can I take?

Ensure that any work carried out in relation to gas appliances in domestic or commercial premises is to be undertaken by a Gas Safe Registered engineer, competent in that area of work

The HSE strongly advises that gas appliances and / or flues are installed and serviced regularly for safety by a Gas Safe Registered engineer. If you live in tenanted accommodation, your landlord has a legal duty to carry out an annual gas safety check and maintain gas appliances. They must provide you with a copy of the completed gas safety check certificate

If you have a wood or coal burning stove fitted, make sure it is fitted by a HETAS approved installer. Make sure your chimneys are swept twice a year

Always make sure there is enough fresh air in the room containing your gas, oil or solid fuel appliance. If you have a chimney or a flue, ensure it is not blocked up and also ensure that vents are not covered

Do not use appliances like paraffin heaters and cabinet heaters in your house

Never take a BBQ into a building or tent when it is still warm. When the embers have nearly died down, the BBQ will produce very large amounts of carbon monoxide!

Does the HSE recommend the use of carbon monoxide alarms?

The HSE strongly recommends the use of audible carbon monoxide (CO) alarms as an important precaution but they must not be regarded as a substitute for proper installation and maintenance of gas appliances by a Gas Safe Registered engineer. Before purchasing a CO alarm, always ensure it complies with British Standard EN 50291 and carries a British or European approval mark, such as a Kitemark. CO alarms should be installed, checked and serviced in line with the manufacturer's instructions.

Please note: You can be particularly at risk from CO poisoning when you are asleep, because you may not be aware of early CO symptoms until it is too late. Having an audible CO alarm could wake you and save your life.

What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Early symptoms of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning can mimic many common ailments and may easily be confused with food poisoning, viral infections, flu or simple tiredness. Symptoms to look out for include:

Headaches

Breathlessness

Nausea

Dizziness

Collapse

Loss of consciousness

Tiredness

Drowsiness

Vomiting

Pains in the chest

Stomach pains

Erratic behaviour

Visual problems.

For more information visit the NHS or telephone NHS Direct on 0845 4647.

If you or your family experience any of the above symptoms and you believe CO may be involved, you must seek urgent medical advice from either your GP or an accident and emergency department. You should ask for a blood or breath test to confirm the presence of CO. Be aware, CO quickly leaves the blood and tests may be inaccurate if taken more than four hours after exposure has ceased.

How do I know if I am at risk from carbon monoxide?

Although carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas, signs that indicate incomplete combustion is occurring, resulting in the production of CO, include:

Yellow or orange rather than blue flames

Soot or yellow / brown staining around or on appliances

Pilot lights that frequently blow out

Increased condensation inside windows.

What should I do if I think my appliance is spilling carbon monoxide?

Switch off the appliance and do not re-use until remedial action has been taken

Gas appliances: Call Gas Emergency Freephone Number 0800 111 999

Oil burning appliances: Call Oftec 0845 658 5080

Solid fuel burning appliances: Call HETAS 0845 634 5626

Open all doors and windows to ventilate the room - do not sleep in it

Visit your GP urgently and tell him / her that you believe your symptoms may be related to carbon monoxide poisoning and request either a blood and / or breath sample.

Purchasing CO Alarms

Most CO alarms currently last between 5 and 7 years. Quite a lot of CO alarms also do not warn you when they reach the end of their life, which means that they could be entirely useless while giving the impression of protection. Safelincs offers a FireAngel CO alarm that has a sensor life of ten years, a battery life of ten years and a ten year guarantee! The alarm also gives a warning when it reaches the end of its useful life.

If you wish to not only receive a warning in case of excessive carbon monoxide but an actual readout, even at low CO levels, choose a digital CO alarm such as the Fire Angel 9D pictured here.

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Every year the fire and rescue service is called to over 600,000 fires which result in over 800 deaths and over 17,000 injuries. About 50,000 (140 a day) of these are in the home and kill nearly 500 and injure over 11,000, many which could have been prevented if people had an early warning and were able to get out in time. In fact you are twice as likely to die in a house fire that has no smoke alarm than a house that does.

Buying a smoke alarm could help save your home and the lives of you and your family.

What are smoke alarms?

Smoke alarms are self-contained devices that incorporate a means of detecting a fire (smoke detector) and giving a warning (alarm), usually a very loud beeping sound. They are about the size of a hand and are normally fitted to the ceiling. They can detect fires in their early stages and give you those precious minutes to enable you and your family to leave your house in safety.

What type of smoke alarms are available?

There are mainly four types of smoke alarm currently on the market - ionisation, optical (also described as photo electronic), heat and combined.

Ionisation: These are the cheapest and cost very little to purchase. They are very sensitive to small particles of smoke produced by fast flaming fires, such as paper and wood, and will detect this type of fire before the smoke gets too thick. They are marginally less sensitive to slow burning and smouldering fires which give off larger quantities of smoke before flaming occurs. They can also be too over-sensitive near kitchens.

Optical: These are more expensive but more effective at detecting larger particles of smoke produced by slow-burning fires, such as smouldering foam-filled upholstery and overheated PVC wiring. They are marginally less sensitive to fast flaming fires. Optical alarms can be installed near (not in) kitchens, as they are less likely than ionisation alarms to go off when toast is burned.

Heat Alarms: They detect the increase in temperature from a fire and are insensitive to smoke. They can therefore be installed in kitchens. They only cover a relatively small area of a room, so potentially several heat alarms need to be installed in a large kitchen.

Combined Optical Smoke and Heat Alarms: Combinations of optical and heat alarms in one unit to reduce false alarms while increasing the speed of detection.

Combined Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms: Alarms that combine both smoke detection and CO alarm protection in one ceiling-mounted unit. This reduces costs and takes up less of your living space.

Each type looks similar and is powered either by a battery, or mains electricity (or a combination of both, with the battery being the backup for the mains power, which could be interrupted). Some are interlinked so that any smoke detected in one room can raise the alarm at all others. This interlink can be achieved at the least cost with radio-interlinked smoke alarms.

Most smoke alarms now have hush buttons, for use where false alarms can be a nuisance e.g. when cooking. The alarm lets you know it's been silenced by "chirping" or by displaying a red light - while a real fire producing lots of smoke will set it off anyway. Another helpful technology is the 'Sleep-Easy Function' which allows you to silence the alarm if a low battery beep starts in the middle of the night.

In a standard smoke alarm, the battery will need to be replaced every 12 months. You can buy alarms fitted with sealed 10 year batteries. The advantage is that you don't have to replace the battery every year.

Mains-powered alarms have to be installed in all new buildings and after a major refurb. Make sure that the chosen mains powered alarm has a battery back-up. These can be alkaline batteries (need annual changing) or the alarm can be supplied with re-chargeable lithium batteries, which will last the lifetime of the alarm. Mains alarms need to be installed by a qualified electrician.

Some people find their alarms are frequently set off when they are cooking or when the toast burns. An alarm installed inside the kitchen must be a heat alarm rather than a smoke alarm. Just outside a kitchen (eg in hall or dining room) an optical smoke alarm or, even better, a combined smoke and heat alarm should be installed, as these are less sensitive to false alarm.

Alarms can also come with an escape light. When the alarm sounds, the light comes on. The light can help you see your way out, and it is good for alerting people whose hearing is not perfect.

In addition, for people who are hard of hearing or deaf, there are smoke alarm systems for the deaf. When the alarm goes off, a pad below the pillow vibrates (if you are asleep), and a strobe light flashes - alerting you or waking you up instantly.

Which smoke alarm should I choose?

The general rule is quite easy

Kitchen and Garage: Heat Alarms
Landings: Ionisation smoke alarms or combined optical smoke and heat alarms
Bedrooms, living rooms and hallway: Optical smoke alarms or combined optical smoke and heat alarms.

We recommend that you buy your smoke alarms from Safelincs as detailed at the bottom of this page. Always buy an alarm which has been certified to the British or European Standard.

How many should I fit in my home?

The number of smoke alarms to fit in your home depends on your particular circumstances. Fires can start anywhere, so the more that are fitted, the higher the level of protection.

For maximum protection an alarm should be fitted in every room (except bathrooms) You should choose the type most suited to the risk in each room. For minimum protection the number to be fitted will depend on the type of home you live in:

If your home is on one floor, one smoke alarm, preferably of the optical type, may be enough to provide you with early warning of a fire.

If your home has more than one floor, at least one alarm should be fitted on each level. In this case a combination of optical and ionisation alarms, preferably interconnected, will give the best protection.

Do not fit an alarm in the bathroom, as steam may trigger the alarm.

Where do I fit my smoke alarms?

Smoke alarms are usually screwed onto the ceilings, although specialist sticky pads can be used, and should be fitted as close to the centre of the room as possible, but at least 30 centimetres (12 inches) away from any wall or light fitting. You should always make sure that your alarm is fitted in a place where it can be heard throughout your home - particularly when you are asleep.

If your home is on one level, you should fit the alarm in the hallway between the living and sleeping areas. If you have only one smoke alarm and two floors, put it where you can hear it when you are asleep - on the ceiling at the top of the stairs leading to the bedrooms.
If you have a TV or other large electrical appliance in your bedroom, you should fit a smoke alarm there.

Looking after your smoke alarm

Follow the manufacturer's instructions - smoke alarms need very little maintenance. A few minutes of your time during the year will ensure that your alarm is working and could help save your life and the lives of your family. You should:

Test your smoke alarm when the clocks are changed and vacuum it gently using the soft brush attachment to remove dust from the sensors

Once a year change the battery (unless it's a ten-year alarm)

After 10 years it's best to get a whole new alarm.

Do you keep forgetting to check your smoke alarms, help is at hand. Let us remind you to check them here.

Where can I buy them?

We recommend you buy your smoke alarms from a reputable company such as Safelincs who are able to cater for all your fire safety needs with their extensive range of products.

Remember:

Buying and fitting smoke alarms, and ensuring they are carefully and properly maintained, could give you those precious few extra minutes in which to make your escape safely.

Plan an escape from your home in advance and talk about it with your family. If a fire occurs you may have to get out in the dark and difficult conditions. Escaping will be a lot easier it everyone knows where to go. Make sure your routes remain free of any obstructions and that there are no loose floor coverings that could trip you.

Always check the battery regularly, replacing it when necessary, and never remove it for other purposes.

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Triple P courses and talks run throughout the city. This service is available to parents with children living in Brighton and Hove.

The courses and talks are is suitable for parents with children who are aged between 18 months and 18 years old.

Introduction workshop for all parents who would like to go on a Triple P course

Before you start a Triple P course we ask that you attend an introduction workshop.

This is an opportunity for you to get a taster of the eight week courses and two hour workshops.

The workshop will take 2 hours and includes:

an outline of the structure and content of the courses

DVD clips that explain the positive parenting principles, the causes of problem behaviour and parent's experiences of the programme.

We'll also ask you to complete a questionnaire to help us identify which course or workshop would be most appropriate for you.

To book a place on one of these workshops please email triplep.parenting@brighton-hove.gov.uk or call 01273 294471 or book a place through Eventbrite.

Thursday 17 May

This event will run from 9.30 to 11.30am and tickets are available through Eventbrite

Wednesday 11 July

This event will run from 6.30 to 8.30pm and tickets are available through Eventbrite

Tuesday 14 August

This event will run from 12 noon to 2pm and tickets are available through Eventbrite

Triple P courses and talks

If there isn't a course on these pages that is suitable, don't worry, new courses start at the beginning of each school term. Keep an eye on these pages for new groups, or you can follow our Facebook page for regular updates.

If you're not sure about parenting courses find out more information about Triple P and what is available in Brighton & Hove.

Contact us

If you have any further questions about Triple p courses and talks in Brighton & Hove, or you can't find what you're looking for please email the Parenting Team on triplep.parenting@brighton-hove.gov.uk or call 01273 294471.

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Did you know that children aged 0 - 4 years old are the most at risk from accidents in the home? You can make your home safer through our home safety scheme, which supplies a variety of safety items such as stair gates, bed guards, fireguards and cupboard locks.

You are eligible for the scheme if all of the following apply:-

You live in Brighton and Hove

Have a child under the age of 5

You are receiving benefits (e.g. Income Support, Working Families Tax Credits)

You need equipment or advice to help make your home safer

As part of this scheme, Safety Net also visits local children's centres to talk to parent groups about 'Keeping children safe at home'.

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Home Safety Equipment Scheme - Safety Net

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Did you know that children aged 0 - 4 years old are the most at risk from accidents in the home? You can make your home safer through our home safety scheme, which supplies a variety of safety items such as stair gates, bed guards, fireguards and cupboard locks.

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Call 112 or 999

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Level 6 Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital

Telephone: 01273 696955 Reception 2364

Fax: 01273 523123

Nurse Consultant: Jason Gray

Paediatric Emergency Nurse Practitioners: Tracie Kendrew, Josephine Nandzo, Alexandra Owen

Advanced Paediatric Nurse Practitioners: Kelly Owens

Consultant Paediatricians: Dr Oli Rahman, Dr Geetha Fonseka, Dr Cath Bevan, Dr Michaela Lazner,
Dr Kamal Patel, Dr Susannah Pawley, Dr Emily Walton, Dr Leonie Perera

Manager of Children's Emergency Department: Jill Forrester

Lead Medical Consultant: Dr Catherine Bevan

The Children's Emergency department on Level 6 of The Royal Alex hospital (see map) is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Spacious facilities also include six observation beds and comfortable waiting and play areas.

In an emergency, dial 999 and ask for an ambulance.

Our consultant-led service provides a fast and flexible response to requests from parents/carers concerned about a child's injury or illness that is not appropriate for care by a GP. The department also accepts referrals from primary care clinicians who require specialist opinion by a paediatrician. With a six-bedded observation unit adjacent to the emergency department, we are well equipped to treat emergency conditions and monitor children for up to 23 hours.

How to refer:

Primary care clinicians can refer a child to the paediatric team by contacting the Paediatric Medical team on 01273 696955 bleep 8688 (this is the Royal Sussex County Hospital switchboard). Acute surgical complaints can also be referred to the Paediatric surgical team who are also accessible via the switchboard on 01273 696955.

Our Children's Emergency department is staffed by a dedicated team of registered children's nurses, six emergency paediatric consultants and a team of paediatric emergency nurse practitioners supported by a nurse consultant. See staff profiles

Nurse practitioners have underdone formal and clinical training so they can assess and manage a wide variety of children's illnesses and injuries. They also provide direct services related to health promotion and disease prevention.

On arrival to the Children's Emergency department your child will be thoroughly assessed by an experienced children's nurse and care will be given according to the severity of illness or injury.

Your child may then be referred to the Urgent Care Centre. This is situated at the front entrance of the Emergency Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital site and is staffed by experienced General Practitioners who manage childhood illnesses on a daily basis. If the General Practitioner is unhappy to discharge your child then he will refer your back for a further assessment by a Paediatric Specialist.

If you have called an ambulance, the paramedics will assess your child and then decide if they require immediate medical assistance on arrival at hospital. In a life-threatening emergency or serious injury your child will be received by the paediatric emergency team in the resuscitation area of the main Royal Sussex County Hospital emergency department.

If your child is deemed to be well enough and does not require immediate medical intervention, they will be transferred through the main internal link corridor of the Royal Sussex County Hospital into the Children's Emergency Department. There is insufficient space for ambulances to park directly outside the children's hospital.

Our Emergency department team will do their utmost to provide the best possible care for your child. Let us know any questions or concerns you may have.

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What to do if your child has an accident - NHS.UK

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Childhood accidents, including cuts, burns, shock, electrocution, broken bones, swallowing poison, fits and convulsions.

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Advice on what to keep in a first aid kit for babies, such as paracetamol, dressings, antiseptic cream and a thermometer.

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