Health

Have you ever found your inner ears starting to itch or noticed that your hearing is becoming a little muffled? You might be in need of an Ear wax removal Newbury company to help remove excess ear wax. Earwax, or cerumen as it is medically known, is a sticky substance that is produced by glands that are found in our…

Image credit Managing visitors to your workplace as well as your employees can be a stressful task to undertake, especially as it is incredibly important from a fire safety and security point of view. There are a number of things that you can do to make this a little easier. Receptionists – make sure that you employ a receptionist to…

When people talk about reasons to use condoms, the first that comes to mind is because they are safe and provide protection from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). That is true, but is there any other reason to use them? They can also prevent unwanted pregnancy, of course. Image credit If you’re talking to an adult who’s been sexually active for…

The 21st century has seen incredible breakthroughs in medical technology. From the first draft of the human genome to cutting-edge cancer treatments, the 21st century has seen a huge surge in medical technology. But what are some of the most exciting developments? Here are some medical breakthroughs worth celebrating in the coming years. Then, you can decide for yourself if…

There are times in our lives when we need to make choices. It’s one of the many themes explored in the film Beginners. It has a good cast with the late great Christopher Plummer as an elderly man coming out to his son and embracing a life that he could have had earlier. Sadly, he becomes ill with Cancer and…

Sexually transmitted infections can occur as a result of unprotected sex, anal sex, oral sex and through sharing unwashed sex toys. The types of infections that can be passed on include chlamydia, gonorrhoea and genital herpes. It is possible to detect these STIs and a number of other ones when you use a Home StI kits Bexley company. This allows…

Something that affects many people in the UK is gout. It is actually classed by doctors as a type of arthritis, but there are many things which make it different from the usual type of arthritis. Joint pain is one of the most common symptoms of gout and it is usually the first symptom that can cause someone to visit…

Summers seem to be getting hotter, and winters are getting colder. Whether the hot or cold is better and more bearable depends on who you ask, but as winter is coming up, here are some tips on surviving a cold winter. Image Credit Spend as much time as you can with friends or make some new ones! You may just…

Cerebral Palsy is actually a group of conditions that affects the individual’s ability to be able to move, balance and maintain their posture. The word is related to the two areas that are affected in the body. Cerebral – meaning of the brain and Palsy – relating to problems with or weakness of muscles. It is the most common movement…

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are one type of infection that has been impacted positively since we have all been encouraged to reduce our contact with people as a result of the current pandemic. These infections can cause all kinds of issues from infertility through to life long health conditions. Image credit It is thought that over a million sexually transmitted…

In our pandemic ravaged times, it is easy to forget that this is something that has happened over and over again previously in human history. The human race has come up against many pandemics before – one of the most famous of these is probably the bubonic plague, or as it is more chillingly known – the black death. Originally,…

Hiking is a great form of cardiovascular activity and holistic exercise. It is a great way of maintaining your overall mental and physical well-being. It gets you outdoors, in the sunlight, and moving in a way that is healthy for all of your body. Here are some health benefits of hiking that you should know. Image Credit It helps you…

The Occupational Health and Safety Act of UK is a complex body of legislation which governs the protection of UK workers from the risks of accidents at work. The Act was introduced in 2021 to make the workplace safer for all workers both at work and at leisure. It makes provision for employers to ensure safe working conditions and limits…

As we become older, we begin to notice our eyesight deteriorating.  If you are working in an environment where there are a lot of bright lights shining about or are working at a desk that has a computer screen right in front of your eyes for hours on end you can be greatly affected. There is much that can be…

A lot has happened in the past year that has caused a lot of people to struggle with their mental wellbeing. Many people are hesitant to go to a doctor and take pills, and for some, there are other ways to lift your mood and start to feel good again… Massage – Massage has long been known as a great…

Classifying a disability can sometimes be a complex task especially in the case of individuals with learning disabilities, mental impairments or physical limitations. The first step in disability assessment involves defining the type of disability and what are the different classifications of disability. Disability classifications can include physical impairment, mental impairment, learning disability, sensory impairment and physiological impairment. Learning disabilities…

The most important thing is being able to work with people in emergency situations. Paramedics are not always on call but will be called upon to attend major accidents or incidents where there has been a critical injury or illness caused by a natural occurrence such as fire or earthquake. Paramedics are also called upon to attend major accidents or…

It is a fact that no one likes to have back pain and if you are experiencing it right now, there are things you can do to lessen the pain or at least make it less severe. If you think back pain is something you will be forced to live with forever because of damage to the back, you are…

Why you need medical cover at events depends entirely on what type of event you are attending. For example, if you were having a large and expensive dress up party or costume party, you would be expected to have some form of medical insurance. Image credit If you are holding a community or business event that is going to have…

Podiatry is an area of medicine dedicated to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of various disorders of the leg, foot, and ankle. The word podiatry comes from the Greek words pous meaning “foot” and iatreia meaning “to heal”. Podiatrists specialise in conditions that affect the legs, feet, toes, ankles, or knees and may refer to other specialists such as orthopedic…