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09/09/2026

Busy fundraising in this week's Wayback Wednesday.

09/09/2026

At the Static Display ready to help!

09/09/2026

Today we recognise the people who answer the call when it matters most. 🚑

On Emergency Services Day, we thank all emergency service workers and volunteers for their dedication, professionalism and compassion.

We're proud to stand alongside our emergency service colleagues in supporting communities across Jersey.

Thank you for everything you do.

04/09/2026

Everyday heroes don’t wear capes!

Helping someone in an emergency doesn't require superpowers.

It starts with knowledge.

Every day, ordinary people use their first aid training to help family members, friends, colleagues and even complete strangers.

A few minutes of action can prevent an injury becoming worse, provide reassurance to someone in distress and, in some cases, save a life.

By learning first aid, you're giving yourself the ability to step forward when someone else needs help the most.

You never know when those skills might be needed.

02/09/2026

Who recognises this smiling face?

It's our superstar trainer Sue!

31/08/2026

Our CEO is taking on the London Marathon! 💚

St John Ambulance Jersey CEO Sarah Harman has decided that 26.2 miles through London sounds like a perfectly sensible way to spend a Sunday… and she’ll be doing it all to raise money for St John Ambulance!

Sarah is already getting the miles in and preparing for what will undoubtedly be an incredible challenge – with plenty more training, carbs and possibly a few moments of questioning her life choices still to come.

For Sarah, this is about supporting an organisation she cares hugely about and raising funds that will help St John Ambulance continue its vital work.

And she has made one thing VERY clear…

This is a one-time opportunity to sponsor her, because she absolutely, categorically, definitely WILL NOT be doing it again! 😂

So, if you’d like to give Sarah a little extra motivation when those 26.2 miles start to hurt, every donation – big or small – would mean so much. ❤️

We’ll be following her training along the way and, of course, cheering her on all the way to that London finish line.

Go Sarah! 💚

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29/08/2026

This is why learning First Aid is so essential.
Please book your course today, you could save a life.

ON the morning of Thursday 23 July, a group of Islanders worked in perfect harmony to bring a man found lying without a pulse on St Brelade’s Bay back to life. The man – a Dutchman holidaying in Jersey with his wife – had collapsed during an early-morning run while preparing for an upcoming ha...

28/08/2026

Drinking too much alcohol isn't just about having a hangover, it can become a life-threatening medical emergency.

Alcohol poisoning occurs when there's so much alcohol in the bloodstream that it begins to affect the parts of the brain responsible for breathing, heart rate and consciousness.

Knowing the warning signs could help save a life.

Look out for:
🍺 A reduced level of response
🗣️ Slurred speech or confusion
🤢 Repeated vomiting
😮‍💨 Deep or, later, shallow breathing
😴 Difficulty waking the person
👁️ Dilated pupils that react poorly to light

If someone becomes unresponsive, has slow or irregular breathing, or you're concerned they may have alcohol poisoning, call 999 immediately.

While waiting for help:
✔️ Stay with them.
✔️ If they're unconscious but breathing, place them in the recovery position.
✔️ Keep them warm and continue to monitor their breathing.
❌ Never leave them to "sleep it off."

Alcohol poisoning is a medical emergency. Acting quickly could make all the difference.

26/08/2026

Lots of smiling faces in this Week's Wayback Wednesday from 1989.

25/08/2026

When we think about first aid, we often think about treating cuts, burns or responding to a medical emergency.

But what about someone experiencing a mental health crisis?

Mental Health First Aid is about recognising the signs that someone may be struggling, knowing how to start a supportive conversation and understanding how to guide them towards the right help. It doesn't mean being a counsellor or having all the answers - it means having the confidence to recognise when someone needs support and responding appropriately.

Whether it's a colleague, friend, family member or someone in your community, knowing how to respond can make a real difference.

At St John Ambulance Jersey, our Mental Health First Aid course equips participants with practical knowledge and the confidence to support others, helping to create healthier, more supportive workplaces and communities.

Because first aid isn't just about treating physical injuries.

Sometimes, the most important first aid you can give is simply knowing how to be there for someone.

To find out more about our Mental Health First Aid training, get in touch with our team.