World First Aid Day – First Aid Saves Lives

On World First Aid Day, HealthcarePro SOLUTIONS highlights why first aid training is critical for individuals, organisations and healthcare systems. Learn key facts and how preparedness saves lives.

Why World First Aid Day matters

In an emergency, every second counts. Accidents and medical incidents can happen at any time, in any place — from homes and schools to workplaces and public spaces. First aid is often the bridge between an incident and professional medical care, and can mean the difference between life and death.

World First Aid Day, observed on the second Saturday of September, is a reminder of the critical importance of preparedness and knowledge in emergency response.

Key facts about first aid

• Timely response saves lives: Research from the British Red Cross and the University of Manchester has shown that up to 59% of deaths from injuries could be prevented with timely first aid intervention.
• Training empowers communities: First aid training equips individuals, workplaces and communities with the confidence to act quickly and effectively when emergencies occur.
• Strengthening healthcare systems: In healthcare settings, robust first aid preparedness enhances patient safety and reinforces emergency response systems — a point underscored by studies at institutions such as Ohio State University.
• A recognised responsibility: As highlighted by experts from the Altınbaş University First Aid Center, first aid knowledge is not just a safety measure — it is a shared social responsibility.

Why invest in first aid training?

• Immediate impact: When accidents happen, first aid skills provide immediate care before professionals arrive.
• Reduced risks: Early intervention can prevent conditions from worsening, reduce complications and increase survival rates.
• Prepared organisations: Workplaces and institutions with trained staff are more resilient, compliant with safety standards and trusted by employees and the public.

How prepared is your organisation?

HealthcarePro SOLUTIONS works with healthcare stakeholders to provide tailormade training programmes — including first aid preparedness — that align with organisational needs and strengthen overall safety culture.

Investing in first aid awareness and training isn’t only about compliance or best practice; it is about equipping people with the knowledge to act when it matters most.

Call to action

This World First Aid Day, take the opportunity to ask: How prepared is your organisation to act in a medical emergency?

👉 Learn more about our Training Services and discover how HealthcarePro SOLUTIONS can support your team in building life-saving skills.