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Why learn first aid?

Several trained first aiders discuss the importance of learning first aid

So why bother learning first aid at all? In this video Emily and Daniel talk to some trained first aiders to find out why a knowledge of first aid is so important.

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Basic First Aid: How to Be an Everyday Hero

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