Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they?
Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they? What is a Streptococcal infection? These infections are caused by several…
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Mumps, measles and hand, foot and mouth disease
This article will help you quickly identify common childhood diseases. How to recognise and treat mumps, measles, and hand foot…
PTSD – All About Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Anyone can experience Post Traumatic Stress Disorder from something distressing that they have seen, experienced or that has happened to…
How does men’s health differ from women’s?
Currently, a shocking 1 in 5 men will die before their 65th birthday. On average, women live five years longer…
Enjoying fireworks safely
Autumn in the UK usually heralds the start of firework season. There are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such…
Keeping your pets stress free around fireworks
Fireworks are exciting and eagerly anticipated by many people, yet for the majority of pets it can be a stressful…
Head injuries & bloody noses in children
Children frequently bang their heads and it is difficult to tell whether or not they have done any serious damage.…
Head Injuries in Sports
There has been growing concern over the long-term effects of head injuries. Consequently, many influential sporting groups have come together…
Technology solutions to keep older people safe and independent
Older people are often desperate for both independence and connection. ‘Aging in place’ – enabling someone to remain in their…
Falls and the Elderly
More than 500,000 people aged over 65 years of age attend accident and emergency departments every year as the result…
Why teenagers should learn first aid
Teenagers and young people are the most likely to push boundaries and take risks when things go wrong. It is…
First Aid Following a Stabbing
In the last year there have been over 50,000 recorded offences involving knives and sharp instruments in the UK. These…