Singapore First Aid Guidelines 2026.

Abstract

First aid is the immediate care provided for acute illness or injury and can be initiated by anyone in any situation. Its aims are the preservation of life, alleviation of suffering, prevention of further harm and promotion of recovery. To reflect evolving medical science surrounding first aid, the standards of care by first aiders must also evolve accordingly. The Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council has updated the national practice standards with the publication of the Singapore First Aid Guidelines 2026. The current guidelines incorporate the latest international evidence synthesis while prioritising relevance for Singapore's first aid training and operational context. The existing guidelines remain relevant unless specifically updated. The main additions and significant revisions in this edition include guidance on pulse oximeters, bronchodilators, supplementary oxygen, repeated doses of adrenaline in anaphylaxis, hypoglycaemia correction, physical counterpressure manoeuvres for presyncope, handling of amputated body parts, rehydration for exertional-related dehydration and treatment of jellyfish stings.