Bleed kits added to defibrillator boxes in town centre to increase chances of saving lives
Defibrillator boxes are now a common sight across our towns and cities and while they all contain lifesaving heart-start equipment, those in Oswestry now also have first aid kits to help stem catastrophic bleeding.
New bleed control kits have been installed at all defibrillator boxes in and around Oswestry town, all but one paid for by the town council.
The first bleed kit was funded by the West Midlands Ambulance Service for the Bailey Head defib box and Oswestry Town Council has since provided funding for seven additional kits to be installed across the town.
Michelle Simmonds from Oswestry First Responders supported the new initiative and explained how they can be used in serious incidents to control bleeding and promote blood clotting.
"There are many ways that a catastrophic bleed can occur, such as from a stabbing, car accident or a work-related incident," she said.
"By having publicly accessible bleed control packs, anyone can provide the necessary first aid to reduce blood loss until professional, medical help arrives."
Oswestry town mayor, Councillor Jay Moore said: “The town council unanimously supported this initiative and while we hope these incidents do not occur, we will do our very best to protect our community and help to save lives."
