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First Aid at Home
Emergency Home Care
First Aid at Home — Step-by-Step Emergency Guidance
Clear, step-by-step first aid guidance for burns, cuts, fractures, choking, and other common home emergencies — until professional help arrives.
For life-threatening emergencies, call 112 immediately. These guides are for minor emergencies and as a first response only.
Knowing basic first aid can save lives and prevent minor injuries from becoming serious. Our first aid guides are written in clear, step-by-step language so you can act quickly and confidently in a home emergency — burns, cuts, sprains, fractures, choking, and more. Every Indian home should have this knowledge ready.
Emergencies covered
First Aid Topics in This Category
Burns and scalds
Cuts and bleeding
Sprains and strains
Fractures and breaks
Choking
High fever emergency
Fainting
Allergic reactions
Step-by-step guides
First Aid at Home Articles
Burns
First Aid for Burns at Home — What to Do in the First 10 Minutes
Cool water, covering, and what absolutely not to apply to a burn.
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Bleeding
How to Stop Bleeding at Home — First Aid for Cuts and Wounds
Direct pressure, wound cleaning, bandaging, and when stitches are needed.
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Sprains
Sprain and Strain First Aid — The RICE Method Step by Step
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation — done correctly for fastest recovery.
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Choking
Choking First Aid — Heimlich Manoeuvre and Back Blows Guide
Step-by-step instructions for adults, children, and infants who are choking.
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Fractures
Suspected Fracture — What to Do Before Reaching the Hospital
Immobilisation, splinting, pain management, and what not to do.
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Fainting
Fainting and Loss of Consciousness — First Aid Response Guide
Recovery position, checking breathing, and when to call emergency services.
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Always remember
When to Call Emergency Services — Call 112
Person is unconscious and not breathing normally
Severe bleeding that does not stop with direct pressure
Deep burn covering a large area or affecting face, hands, or genitals
Suspected spinal injury after a fall — do not move the person
Severe allergic reaction with swelling of throat or difficulty breathing
Choking where back blows and abdominal thrusts are not working
Always call 112 first in a life-threatening emergency. First aid buys time — it does not replace emergency medical care.
First aid information on this site is for general guidance only. It does not replace certified first aid training. Always call emergency services in a life-threatening situation. Read our full Medical Disclaimer.