A St John Ambulance first aid trainer from Pinner will be co-presenting the biggest first aid lesson on June 17 when she takes part in St John Ambulance’s Big First Aid Lesson Live.

Lisa Pascoulis, who has been part of the St Johns Ambulance schools team for the past three years, will be co-presenting the lesson alongside TV's kids health expert Dr Ranj.

The show will be streamed live into schools across the country and will cover a whole range of topics, including choking, chest pains, seizures and insect bites, while there will also be live demos, incredible real life first aid stories and chances for students to ask questions.

Ms Pascoulis was chosen to co-present with Dr Ranj because of the passion she has shown for teaching young people the vital skills needed to save a life and deal with serious medical emergencies.

Speaking of the lesson, she said: "I’m so excited and honoured to have been asked to take part in the Big First Aid Lesson Live.

"I’m passionate about the need for all young people to learn the basic skills needed to save a life – I really believe it could be the most important lesson they ever learn."

All schools need to take part is an Internet connection and a screen and can sign up to the Big First Aid Lesson Live, or for more information visit the St Johns Ambulance website .

Meanwhile, a team of paramedics from Fulham proved that they were the best in the world when they showcased their life saving skills to win the European EMS.

What to do if you find yourself in an emergency?

The NHS website has guidelines should you find yourself in a position where someone is injured and you need to administer aid in order to help them.

  • Firstly, check that you and the casualty aren't in any danger before carrying out first aid, and if necessary make the area safe
  • Dial 999 or 112 for an ambulance when it is safe to do so - they will be able to administer more aid than you will
  • If the person is unconscious but breathing, and has no other injuries that would stop them being moved, then you should place them into the recovery position until help arrives

  • Stay with the casualty until help arrives.