Having at least one fully trained first aider working full time in any office, school, garage, factory or general workplace is an essential requirement for any happy, healthy and successful business environment. There are many safe working rules and regulations enforced by government legislation and having medically trained staff in …
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How to talk about Sex, Education at school and home
There was a time, many years ago now, when parents would sit down with their teenage child and have THE conversation! The discussion every parent dreaded, how to talk to your son or daughter about Sex! Thankfully, those days are long gone, and the topic of Sex Education now starts …
Why First Aid is important in Schools
You are never too young to learn a bit of First Aid. The consequences of the rapid and well-applied first aid can make all the difference when it comes to a person’s survival rate. If there is little chance of an ambulance getting to them, and given the statistics surrounding …
The Risks of Going Abroad for Cosmetic and Dental Treatments
Something that we are seeing more and more is people having work done to fix parts of themselves that they are unhappy with. With this becoming more and more accessible, people are no longer in a position where they have to live with things that are not what they want, …
What is Bacterial Vaginosis?
If you have been experiencing a discharge of white or grey and experienced a fishy odour, this could be a sign of bacterial vaginosis. It’s also accompanied by itching and irritation. While BV is not a sexually transmitted disease, it should be treated. A doctor will prescribe an antibiotic known …
Care Work – What Skills are Needed and Why is it a Good Career
One of the most important jobs that anyone can have is caring for someone else. There are many people in society who are vulnerable, from elderly people to those who have disabilities and illnesses. This is why support worker roles are so varied. Image Credit Being a support worker can …
What are the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive condition that can lead to an individual needing support from those working in Care Jobs Stroud as their symptoms begin to affect more of their mobility. The condition affects the brain and these areas become more damaged over time as the disease progresses. Image credit …
Things to Consider Before Buying a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
There are many things to consider before buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Firstly, decide which type of vehicle you will need. If the vehicle is going to be your primary family car, you may want to opt for a more accessible model. You might also want to consider a vehicle …
How to Downsize Successfully
The first step in downsizing your home is to decide on the amount of space you need. Remember to consider your personal and privacy needs when choosing a new place to live. You can begin the purge process by organising it into three categories: clothing, furniture, and equipment. By selling …
Simple ways you can support your back at work.
Our backs are incredibly important to our overall health as they support our spinal column and our nervous systems. The health of our back can be affected by our posture, the way that we move and how long we spend sitting during the day. All of these aspects can, of …