St John Ambulance Teesside

01/09/2026

🚁💚 A Huge Thank You from St John Ambulance Teesside! 💚🚑

We’d like to say a massive thank you to Great North Air Ambulance Service for their fantastic hospitality and for the incredible, lifesaving work they do across our communities.

We also want to thank everyone who came along to Helifest and stopped by to meet our St John Ambulance Teesside volunteers! It was brilliant to speak with so many of you, share more about what we do, and give people the chance to learn some important lifesaving skills. ❤️

Whether you had a go at CPR, asked us about volunteering, or simply came over for a chat — thank you for getting involved!

👏 A fantastic event, an amazing community, and a great opportunity to work alongside organisations making a real difference.

31/08/2026

🚑 We’re at Helifest today! 💚

Come along and say hello to St John Ambulance Teesside and meet some of our fantastic volunteers!

Whether you’re interested in volunteering, want to find out more about the work we do across the local community, or simply fancy learning a new lifesaving skill, we’d love to see you.

❤️ Have a go at CPR
🩹 Learn some basic first aid skills
🚑 Find out what our volunteers do
🙋 Discover how you can get involved and support us

First aid skills can make a real difference when it matters most — so come over, get involved and have a go!

📍 Find us at Helifest today!

30/08/2026

🚴‍♂️💚 Teesside is ready to give a huge welcome to the amazing cyclists who have made the journey all the way from York to Teesside — and they’ll soon be getting back on their bikes to make the journey back again! 👏

An incredible effort from everyone involved, all to help raise vital funds and support the lifesaving work of St John Ambulance. 🚑💚

Please join us in giving them a massive WELL DONE and wishing them luck for the journey back! 🙌🚴‍♀️

30/08/2026

🚑 We’re at the Thornaby Show today! 💚

Come along and say hello to St John Ambulance Teesside and meet some of our fantastic volunteers!

Whether you’re interested in volunteering, want to find out more about the work we do across the local community, or simply fancy learning a new lifesaving skill, we’d love to see you.

❤️ Have a go at CPR
🩹 Learn some basic first aid skills
🚑 Find out what our volunteers do
🙋 Discover how you can get involved and support us

First aid skills can make a real difference when it matters most — so come over, get involved and have a go!

📍 Find us at the Thornaby Show today!

28/08/2026

🚑 St John Ambulance Teesside will be at Thornaby Show on 30th August 2026! 💚
Come along and enjoy a fantastic day out with the community while meeting the team from St John Ambulance Teesside.
Find out more about who we are, what we do, and how you can help support us. You’ll also have the chance to learn the basics of first aid and discover how simple skills can help save lives.
We’d love to see you there — come and say hello!

17/07/2026

20/05/2026

St John Ambulance Teesside will be taking part in a sponsored walk on 6th June to raise funds in support of the vital work our volunteers carry out across the local community.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, will help us continue providing care, support, and first aid services to those who need them most.

Please show your support for our amazing volunteers and help us make a difference by donating using the QR code below. Thank you for your generosity and support.

17/05/2026

Hot weather can catch people out quickly ☀️🥵
Feeling dizzy, sweaty, weak or faint could be a sign of heat exhaustion — and knowing what to do early can make all the difference.
🚑 Remember:
✔️ Move to a cool place
✔️ Lie down and raise the legs
✔️ Drink plenty of water
✔️ Cool the skin with damp cloths or a fan
⚠️ If symptoms get worse or don’t improve, seek medical help immediately as it could develop into heatstroke.
Please keep an eye on friends, family, neighbours, and vulnerable people during warmer weather 💛
Stay safe and stay cool everyone!

16/05/2026

☀️ Enjoying the sunshine in Teesside? Don’t let sunburn catch you out!
Even on cloudy days, UV rays can still damage your skin. Knowing a few simple first aid steps can help you stay safe and comfortable this summer.
🚑 If you get sunburnt:
✔️ Move into the shade
✔️ Cool the skin with a damp cloth or cool shower
✔️ Drink plenty of water
✔️ Use aftersun or aloe vera
❌ Don’t pop blisters
⚠️ Seek medical advice if there is severe blistering, dizziness, or fever.
💛 Remember:
🧴 SPF 30+
🔁 Reapply regularly
👂 Don’t forget your ears and neck
Stay safe and enjoy the sunshine from all of us at St John Ambulance Teesside ☀️

29/04/2026

🥵 Feeling dizzy, sweaty, or faint in the heat?

It could be heat exhaustion — and it needs quick action.

🚑 What to do:�✔️ Move them to a cool place�✔️ Get them lying down with legs raised�✔️ Give plenty of water�✔️ Cool the skin with damp cloths or a fan

⚠️ If symptoms worsen or don’t improve, it could lead to heatstroke.

💛 Don’t ignore the warning signs — act early!