Aug 23, 2019
VLSC provided Emergency First Aid Training to the team at Four Paws Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh. Four Paws provide sanctuary for bears rescued from the bile farming trade. Despite being illegal in Vietnam, Four Paws estimate there are approximately 800 bears – mainly...
Aug 6, 2019
In June 2019, VSLC organised a swim camp for in partnership with Nemo Swim Team. 16 participants took part in the 9 day programme, which involved 4 hours daily training – 2 hours in Da Nang’s competition swimming pool, and 2 hours training in the sea. In the pool,...
Jun 28, 2018
There over 30 venomous snakes found in Vietnam including: Cobras, Vipers, Krait, Keelbacks and Coral Snakes. Along with the Cobras species, the Viper family of snakes are amongst the world’s most venomous and dangerous. Their proximity to humans is based upon the...
Jun 21, 2018
We’ve all seen drowning in the movies – and it’s easy to think how it might look in real life. In reality, drowning can appear quite differently. If you see someone in the water shouting for help and waving their arms, this is called ‘aquatic distress’. This person...
Jun 15, 2018
Summer is coming in Vietnam, and as a result the beaches are getting busier. Many more people will be enjoying a dip in the sea. When visiting the beach, make sure you know how to stay safe and identify a RIP! RIP currents are responsible for many drowning cases. What...
