St John Ambulance England
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First aid saves lives. St John Ambulance is the first aid charity that steps up in the moments that matter in communities across England. #AskMe
Joined March 2009
We would like to wish Her Majesty the Queen, Sovereign Head of the Order of St John, a very happy 96th birthday. 💚
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Congratulations to HRH The Countess of Wessex on being appointed Dame Grand Cross of the Order of St John.
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These guys are on a mission to save choking babies, but they need your help. Watch & retweet #thechokeables.
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From all of us at St John, we would like to thank HM The Queen for her ongoing support of our organisation as we celebrate her #PlatinumJubilee with the whole nation 💚💜 @RoyalFamily
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Confirmed: children in England to be taught CPR and first aid for common injuries, including defibrillator use for secondary school pupils, from 2020 onwards. A new generation of life savers are on their way. #FirstAidInSchools.
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HRH The Countess of Wessex spent the morning with St John Ambulance in a Surrey vaccination centre, working alongside volunteers administering the COVID-19 vaccinations.
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We're overwhelmed by the generosity of fans at Derby County FC and beyond. They've raised nearly £10K to support our first aiders, who attend matches across the country every week so people can support their team safely. Thank you all & to @Andy59Mitchell .
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It's come to our attention that some people don't like our Pride vehicles. Let us be clear, St John Ambulance is an organisation for all. No matter your race or religion, your gender identity or who you love, we will continue be there in the moments that matter 💚 #SJAPride
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We were honoured to be joined by HRH The Princess Royal for our St John’s Day celebrations. HRH spoke to some of our wonderful volunteers about all of the amazing work that they do. We want to thank HRH for joining us, and thank our amazing volunteers for everything they do 💚
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We're delighted with today's announcement that the government intend to make First Aid education mandatory for primary and secondary pupils. THANK YOU to all who have shown support for the campaign. You've paved the way for a new generations of life savers! #FirstAidInSchools
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HRH The Countess of Wessex visited our headquarters for the annual County President’s conference. She met our volunteers and thanked them for their incredible efforts over the past two years, and for their role in the NHS's vaccination programme.
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The #StJohnPeople at our #COVID19uk Joint Operations Coordination Cell stopped to listen to Her Majesty The Queen, Sovereign Head of the Order of St John, as she addressed the nation, earlier this evening.
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Performing CPR. Intervening in a mental health crisis. Saving the lives of family, friends, and strangers. Ask us why we're proud of young people at St John!. Almost 100 St John young people went to Buckingham Palace to celebrate their achievements and to meet HRH Princess Anne.
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Well done to the Princess of Wales for learning and raising awareness of vital first aid techniques, like the tourniquet to stop bleeding from catastrophic injuries 💚. #KateMiddleton.
Her Royal Highness joined members of the 1st Battalion Irish Guards for training, simulating a situation where they had been on a foot patrol when they came under fire from an enemy
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Pam, Event Nurse and St John Ambulance volunteer for almost 60 years, welcomed the Prince and Princess of Wales to #Wimbledon. Princess Catherine and Pam explained to Prince George and Princess Charlotte the vital role of first aid at events.
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Members of the Warwickshire and Coventry St John Priory Group welcomed HRH The Duke of Gloucester, Grand Prior of the Order of St John, to a ceremony where he unveiled a memorial stone commemorating the nine volunteers who died in the Blitz Air Raids in Coventry during WW2. 💚
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A special #StJohnsDay2020 message from HRH The Countess of Wessex to our brilliant #StJohnPeople 💚. @RoyalFamily
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Representatives from St John Ambulance attended a special carol service hosted by the Princess of Wales in memory of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Watch #TogetherAtChristmas on ITV1 on Christmas Eve at 7pm 🎄🎵
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A Royal visit. Thank you to HRH Duke of Sussex who dropped in to say hello to our volunteers at the #LondonMarathon finish line. 📸 by @sjalondonmrt
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Together with Tesco, we've created a babygrow that helps teach baby CPR. As demonstrated here by the very talented Baby Lucy #CPRbabygrow
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“It's a big deal meeting the Princess Royal. I made sure to gel my hair and wear new shoes.”. When George was just 8, he saved his mum from choking, using the skills he'd learnt at St John. His feat was recognised by HRH Princess Anne in Buckingham Palace:
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Yesterday we welcomed The Princess Royal, St John’s Commandant in Chief - Youth to our Young Achievers event held at the Priory Church. We’re so proud of our Cadets and Badgers who received special awards for their achievements, in many instances saving a persons life.
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For those of you currently watching #TheWalkingDeadUK, head over to our website and find out how to treat shock
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Acid attack bystanders can make a real difference by knowing what to do. Share this poster so you can help in an emergency #firstaid
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Today marks one year since her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away. We were so proud that we could call her our Sovereign Head of the Order of St John, since her accession in 1952, serving in the role for 70 years. May she rest in peace.
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Our volunteers will work shoulder to shoulder with the @NHSEngland and armed forces at the new Nightingale Hospital, London in the continued fight against #COVID_19. Find out more about their involvement:
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Wishing you a speedy recovery! We're glad our volunteers were able to help you ⚽️💚.
Thank you for all the kind messages, should have an update over the next couple days ❤️ Absolutely gutted about my hip but super proud of the amount of money raised by everyone👏🏻
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TRANSLATED FIRST AID RESOURCES. In response to the conflict in Ukraine, please share our #FirstAid advice, translated into Ukrainian and Russian. First aid saves lives. See our thread below and download our resources by visiting:
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Learn the song in case things go wrong. Please share our video – you could help save a baby! #babyCPR.
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“We cannot win this battle against the virus alone. I am delighted that St John volunteers are going to be standing alongside our army of workers.” Ruth May, @CNOEngland @NHSEngland
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This #InternationalWomensDay2022, ask us why we're celebrating the incredible women within St John. Each and every day, they step forward in the moments that matter to help save lives, offer vital first aid and contribute to their communities. We couldn't do it without them. 💚
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We want everyone to know how to help in an emergency. Please RT so that as many people as possible know how to save a life #firstaid
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This will be an afternoon these young people will never forget. A group of inspiring Cadets and Badgers were honoured to meet The Princess Royal this week. 💚.
This week, The Princess Royal attended St John Ambulance’s annual Young Achievers Reception in London. During the reception, Her Royal Highness met inspirational young people who had saved lives, shown exceptional bravery and overcome difficult personal circumstances.
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Happy birthday Doctor! We've been by your side since the beginning. Love from the nation's leading first aid charity ❤️❤️ #DoctorWhoDay
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It was an honour to host HRH the Duke of Gloucester today at our Newcastle headquarters. He spent time chatting to our #StJohnPeople about all the ways we contribute to the local community and even received first aid demonstrations by some of our fantastic Cadets 💚
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Ask us why we're proud. 💚. A huge thank you to TRH The Princess Royal, The Duke of Gloucester and The Countess of Wessex hosting a dinner to celebrate the amazing work of our #StJohnPeople at Windsor Castle. Find out more about what we do:
The Princess Royal, The Duke of Gloucester and The Countess of Wessex have hosted a dinner to celebrate the work of @stjohnambulance at Windsor Castle. TRH are Commandant-in-Chief (Youth), Grand Prior of the Order of St John and Grand President of St John Ambulance respectively.
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#StJohnPeople are playing an essential role at vaccination centres across the country, by administering injections and caring for people before, during and after their jabs. We are incredibly proud of how they’re assisting the @NHSEngland COVID-19 vaccination programme.
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We'll #NeverForget the two incredible @takethat shows we covered at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton this Bank Holiday weekend! 🙌🎶
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Congratulations to the Duchess of Edinburgh!.
Today at Buckingham Palace, The Duchess of Edinburgh, Grand President of @StJohnAmbulance, was invested as a Dame Grand Cross of the Order of St John by The Duke of Gloucester, our Grand Prior. The Duchess was promoted last year by Queen Elizabeth II. #StJohnPeople @StJohnINTL
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Introducing our National Cadet of the Year for 2020, Luke Stevenson from Hinckley. Congratulations Luke, you’re incredible! ⭐️ #COTY20
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Phoenix tears? Mandrakes? Skele-Gro? Not what you'd find in your regular #firstaid kit, that's for sure @pottermore
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Farewell, Your Majesty. Thank you for 70 years of service.
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Fancy winning a @KinetikWB Non-Contact Baby Thermometer? 👶.🌡.Using infra-red technology, it can measure the temperature of bath water, milk, a room, and of course - your baby’s forehead!. RT to enter. T&Cs apply: #RTtoWin #Win
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Yesterday we received a visit from HRH The Princess Royal for the dedication of a brand new Community Support Unit in Wiltshire 🚑. The community-based vehicle will support local volunteers as they are deliver lifesaving first aid around the county.
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The Priory of England and the Islands of the Order of St John and all staff and volunteers of St John Ambulance are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II today. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
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Congratulations Josh, who saved his neighbours life by doing CPR and was honoured by The Princess Royal at the Young Achievers event on Wednesday. His story has been shared online by @DailyMailUK 👏.
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His Majesty King Charles is ‘delighted to accept’ the duties of Royal Patron of St John Ambulance - following in the footsteps of his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II. Learn more:
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Say hello to our new National Cadet of the Year, Kyle!. Congratulations for this exceptional achievement - we can't wait to see what you accomplish over the next 12 months.
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Wishing HRH, The Princess Royal a very happy birthday 🎂. We are eternally grateful for the work she does as Commandant-In-Chief - Youth. @RoyalFamily @StJohnEngland
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We know it's #BlueMonday, but this little person practicing #CPR can't fail to warm your heart today. Just shows, never too young to learn!
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We welcome today’s announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, @RishiSunak, of the #COVID19Uk funding package for charities. This funding will enable us and many others to continue carrying out vital work during this crisis. Read more here:
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A huge thank you to The Countess of Wessex, our Grand President, for 15 years of service to St John. The Countess has volunteered hours of her time to our lifesaving work over the years and we are incredibly grateful to have her as one of our #StJohnPeople 💚 @RoyalFamily.
Yesterday our Prior and Chair of @StJohnAmbulance, @lionel_jarvis2, and Chief President called upon The Countess of Wessex, our Grand President, to update her on our lifesaving work, and to present the Countess with a Bar to the Service Medal for 15 years of service to St John.
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A new St John Ambulance hub in Castle Donington was officially opened by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal on 10 October. Read the full press release:
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A third of Brits are afraid to give CPR to a woman because they are worried about touching breasts. In a cardiac emergency, taking fast action is the right thing to do. Make sure you have the skills and the confidence to save a life: #CPRBra
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We are committed to creating a generation of life savers and believe that #FirstAidInSchools should be mandatory for one hour, per pupil, per year. RT and join the campaign today:
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St John's brilliant Women's Network. 💚. Happy International Women's Day. #BreakTheBias #IWD2022.
Great to catch up with the @stjohnambulance #WomensNetwork this #InternationalWomensDay2022 #BreakTheBias #IWD2022
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This Tuesday was an exciting day for Chief Commissioner Ann Cable, who was promoted to Dame Grand Cross, the highest membership of the Most Venerable Order of St John. Congratulations Ann, for this thoroughly deserved honour! 💚
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Earlier today, HRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited @wabbey to pay tribute to the incredible efforts of all those involved in the vaccination effort, including our brilliant #StJohnPeople 💚. #LockdownAnniversary @KensingtonRoyal @RoyalFamily
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We’d like to thank @LNER who kindly covered the cost of train tickets for our volunteers who travelled down from Newcastle to attend #StJohnsDay today in London! 🚂
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Please take a moment to read @ResusCouncilUK's updated advice on how to perform CPR at home during the #COVID19Uk outbreak. Now more than ever, having basic #FirstAid knowledge is important in ensuring you can look after yourself and your loved ones.
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Congratulations to all our Cadets of the Year 2023 - Ana, Bianca, Molly, Sonali, Poppy, Kyle, Jerome, Sneha, Duncan, and Kenzie 💚. We're so excited to see how you represent young people in your regions over the next year.
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We are proud to be working alongside the NHS as the @NightingaleLDN opens today. Our #StJohnPeople are supporting on the frontline of the fight against COVID-19, with volunteer Alex Davies as Tactical Commander. @hblondon @ChiefVolunteer @NHSEngland
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Thank you to HRH the Countess of Wessex for her participation in our virtual conference for St John’s County Presidents this morning. We are so grateful for her continued support for our lifesaving efforts, as St John Ambulance's Grand President 💚 #OneStJohn
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It's #VolunteerRecognitionDay. so a huge thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers. You are all brilliant! 🙂
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Thank you to our volunteers, past and present, who have freely given their skills during unprecedented times. Their dedication will not be forgotten. #VEDay75
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You don't have to be a football fan to have been affected by the events at last night's Finland vs Denmark match. Ask us how #CPRSavesLives and why it's first aid everyone should know. Read the full advice on our website: #AskMe
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Congratulations to our national Cadet of the Year, Mary Oshinyemi from Plymouth! What a star! #COTY19
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St John Ambulance is proud to have been asked to support NHS staff in getting ready to deliver a #COVID19 vaccination programme when a vaccine becomes available. Find out more:
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Wow. If there was ever a tweet that could sum up why we love what we do, then this would be it! Thank you so much @Cyra93432168 for reaching out, we are so happy to hear that your mum is doing well.
Thank you @stjohnambulance for resuscitating my mother back to life! I am forever grateful to the volunteers who did CPR. She was at the best place for medical attention when her heart stopped @Wimbledon. I appreciate the care @Struffitennis, she’s recovering well in hospital.
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Prince William met with volunteers at Manchester Cathedral during his visit to the city following the terror attack.
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More than 800 St John Ambulance volunteers were in London and Windsor providing medical support to crowds at today’s state funeral of Her Majesty The Queen. Four St John volunteers marched in the funeral procession as part of the Civilian Services Contingent.
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On International Nurses' Day we'd like to say a massive thank you to all the incredible nurses out there, especially those who give up their spare time to volunteer. We're so proud of the difference you make and your tireless dedication to helping others. ❤️ #IND2019
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The brilliant @DrRanj joins thousands of skilled individuals training or deployed on the @NHSEngland #COVID19 vaccination programme. Here he is with two of our brilliant young people, Megan and Joseph, who have stepped forward to offer their support 💚
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The Priory of England and the Islands of the Order of St John and all staff and volunteers of St John Ambulance are deeply saddened to hear of the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh today. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
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A big thank you to the Grand Prior of the Order of St John, The Duke of Gloucester, and The Duchess of Gloucester for recognising the incredible contribution #StJohnPeople have made to their communities throughout 2021 💚 @RoyalFamily.
In 2021, @stjohnambulance volunteers gave 850,000 hours of their time to deliver millions of COVID-19 & flu jabs. The Duke of Gloucester, Grand Prior of the Order of St John, & The Duchess of Gloucester last week visited a vaccine site to thank volunteers & staff for their work.
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Thank you so much @BBCStudiosLive for having our amazing #StJohnPeople take part in #VEDay75 celebrations song 💚@BBCOne
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Ask us about HRH The Duke of Gloucester visiting our Bristol headquarters. Our Cadets gave #FirstAid demonstrations including CPR and the use of a defibrillator, and they, along with many other volunteers, were honoured to meet him.
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Please join us as we #ClapForOurCarers 👏 Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to every single one of you for your hard work, bravery, kindness and your selflessness 💚
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A huge thank you to all of our amazing #StJohnPeople who are supporting their communities around the country as we celebrate the #PlatinumJubilee. If you’re a volunteer out this weekend, be sure to tag us in your photos. 📸. Find out more: #VolunteersWeek
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Thank you to all of our St John volunteers across the world on #InternationalVolunteerDay. There's nearly 1/4 million you know! #IVD2016
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In less time than it takes to make a cup of tea, we can teach you how to save your loved one's life. The easiest way to save a loved one’s heart is to follow C.A.R.E. #careforaheart
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Ask Iain what volunteering means to him. Tune into @BBCOne at 9pm tonight for the Festival of Remembrance, where St John volunteer and army nurse Iain is sharing his incredible work serving communities. #LestWeForget #FestivalOfRemembrance @PoppyLegion @BBCS_Events
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As thousands travel to London and Windsor to pay their final respects to Her Majesty The Queen, more than 2,000 St John volunteers have signed up to keep mourning crowds safe and well. Our volunteers have been providing 24-hour medical support in London and Windsor since Friday.
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Ask me how a quick toss can lead to injury. Sometimes things can get a little out of control. #PankcakeDay
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This weekend, highly-skilled #StJohnPeople are continuing to help the nation tackle #COVID19 by supporting @NHSEngland with surge activity in Bolton. We’re providing more than 60 extra volunteer vaccinators across today and tomorrow.
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Richard Walker was reunited with some of the volunteers who saved his life at Sunday's London Marathon - Cadets Becky and Matthew, and Dr James Dudfield - on #BBCBreakfast. Seeing Richard fit and well is a stark reminder of the vital importance of first aid.
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Ask us how our young people marked the start of the Remembrance commemorations. Our National Cadet of the Year Georgina had the opportunity to meet with HM The Queen Consort at the 94th opening of the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey today. #Remembrance #LestWeForget
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Wishing a very happy birthday to our incredible @NHSEngland 🎂 We are so proud to work alongside all of the fantastic NHS healthcare staff and volunteers, especially in these unprecedented times. From everyone here at St John, #ThankYouTogether for all you do! 🎉 #NHSBirthday
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Spotted a defibrillator (AED) in your local train station or supermarket, and wondered what you're supposed to do with it? It's easier than you might think! Have a watch of this video, you could save a life one day. ❤️
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This week, we were delighted to welcome The Princess Royal, St John’s Commandant-in-Chief (Youth), to our annual Young Achievers Reception. The Princess Royal personally congratulated each young person, recognising them for their outstanding dedication to providing first aid.
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The Countess also met with St John Cadets, including our National Cadet of the Year, Georgina Heron-Edmends, to learn more about their lifesaving first aid work. 2022 is the centenary of the first Cadet unit being established. Discover more:
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One year on we remember the people who lost their lives, the friends & families affected and the emergency services who so bravely attended during the #ManchesterArena attack. Our volunteers are proud to be supporting remembrance events across Manchester today. #StandTogether 🐝
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It's wonderful to see HRH The Princess Royal celebrating the St John Ambulance Cadet Centenary in Northern Ireland. We were thrilled to host HRH at our own St John's Day celebrations this year. Learn more about our Cadets:
🎉 Celebrating 100 years of @stjohnambulance Cadets! . The Princess Royal, Commandant-in-Chief, joins in with centenary celebrations at Ballymena Showground. Since 1922, the Cadets has enabled young people to learn vital first aid skills, as well as building confidence.
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Suffered a potentially mortal stab wound? Apply pressure. Call for the Red Woman. #GameofThrones #GoTAtlantic
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