Paramedic Advice for Horse Riders
This week’s episode is perhaps one of the most important safety conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. Anna Louise is joined by Mike Elkins from the South Central Ambulance Service to discuss the reality of horse riding accidents and, crucially, how to prepare for them.
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Mike is the force behind Project Pacer, and in this episode, he shares some life-saving insights, including:
- Why deep breathing isn't just for calmness—it can physically slow down blood loss.
- How your phone can send your GPS location to 999 even without a data signal (this was a huge lightbulb moment for us!).
- The truth about whether sirens spook horses.
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Links & Resources:
- Learn more about Project Pacer via The British Horse Society
- Check your phone for AML (Advanced Mobile Location) settings.
Disclaimer: This episode discusses medical trauma and road accidents. Please listen with care.
Question: Mike strongly recommends carrying a small First Aid kit on every hack. Be honest, do you currently carry one? Or has this episode convinced you to start?.