Lubas Medical News

November 20, 2018
Therapy Expo 2018

Hi everybody, we’re excited here at Lubas to say that we will be an exhibitor at this year’s annual Therapy Expo.  Come and visit us (in the area highlighted in orange!) and get updated on the latest CPR & Anaphylaxis guidelines. Delegates will be able to attend the CPR training zone where they will carry out a […]

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November 19, 2018
Lubas Competition - Therapy Expo 2018 - Competition terms & conditions

By entering this competition, you confirm that you have read and fully understand the following terms and conditions.  Competition details form part of these terms and conditions.  To enter the competition, fill in your correct details on the Lubas slip provided and place in the competition box.   Competition winner will be picked at random.  Free […]

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November 19, 2018
Voucher Terms and Conditions - Therapy Expo 2018

By entering this competition, you confirm that you have read and fully understand the following terms and conditions. Competition details form part of these terms and conditions. To enter the competition, Tweet using the Twitter hashtag provided by Lubas Medical. The competition winner will be picked at random from all entries via Twitter. Voucher valid […]

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October 19, 2018
The Importance of Checking the Airway

This blog reminds us of the importance of running through a simple, structured approach when managing an unconscious casualty. It can happen at any time – not just in work!

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September 13, 2018
Mind Your Head! We all need educating about head injuries

A head injury article for those involved in sport at grassroots level.  Head injuries (particularly concussion) continue to be a major talking point at all levels of medical care in sport. But how can we expect head injuries to be taken seriously or fully understood in professional sport, when most people at grassroots don't know […]

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July 17, 2018
What is an Automated External Defibrillator?

A defibrillator is the machine we use to deliver electrical energy to the heart during an abnormal or very rapid erratic rhythm (Ventricular Fibrillation). Electrodes placed on the casualty’s chest deliver a measured electrical shock to the heart to restore natural rhythm. When was the defibrillator invented? The first use of an external defibrillator on […]

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June 26, 2018
5 fears you shouldn't have about using a Defibrillator

For every minute that passes following a cardiac arrest, the chances of survival without defibrillation decrease by 10%. Yet a recent 2017 UK YouGov poll showed that a worryingly high 7 out of 10 people would not be confident using a public defibrillator. Here are 5 of the main fears you really shouldn't have about using […]

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June 14, 2018
Cardiac Screening for professional cricketers

Why do the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) provide cardiac screening for professional cricketers? Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) or Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is where the heart goes into AN abnormal rhythm, known as an arrhythmia, suddenly and often without warning. The person affected will drop to the floor, will be unresponsive and will not be […]

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May 30, 2018
Wound Management & Suturing Kit + Special Offers

We are currently offering a discount if you purchase a 'Wound Management Kit' in conjunction with any Wound Management & Suturing course. Kit Contents ·        3 x Suture removal kit ·        2 x Staple gun + remover ·        2 x Small/medium/large latex medical gloves ·        2 x Anchored skin closure kit ·        2 x Topical skin adhesive 0.5 g ·        3 […]

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We are Lubas. Lubas was created by Paramedic Paul Lubas & is run by him and his son, Chris. Here’s a bit more on our history.