Finger Amputation. What to do, important steps to help control bleeding and preserve the amputated part Sadly it is not uncommon for people to accidentally amputate the tips of their fingers. However, fortunately, with the right first aid treatment, these amputated digits can often be successfully re-attached. What can cause an amputation? Amputations are common […]
Children often have nose bleeds. They can be a result of warm weather or exercise, which dilate the small blood vessels in their nose, or they can be the result of picking or poking their noses, or running into things. If a child has a nose bleed: Sit them down. Grab something absorbent to catch […]
Tinnitus UK is calling for gardeners to protect their ears when mowing the lawn, trimming hedges or using power tools in their patch, as new data shows only a quarter (26%) “regularly” or “sometimes” use hearing protection. This means that over 4 million gardeners in the UK are putting themselves at risk of hearing loss […]
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Everyday Noise Exposure a “Major Public Health Issue”: Experts call for more awareness over the impact of noise exposure – contributing to permanent hearing damage and impacting quality of life. Excessive noise exposure is the main cause of preventable hearing impairment worldwide, accounting for more than a third of all cases of hearing loss in […]
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Patients say they feel ‘really cared for’ at Priory’s Llanarth Court hospital as inspectors praise the safe and effective treatment provided • Inspectors said staff were providing ‘safe and effective’ care • They said: ‘All patients provided positive feedback about staff at the hospital and it was clear that good interpersonal relationships had been built’ […]
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Providing better opportunities for exercise and group training reduced recurrent falls and fall injuries among older women, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. The findings were published in Age and Aging. Previous studies have shown that exercise can promote the health and functional capacity of older people. Although the health benefits […]
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Rebecca Wallersteiner takes a look at this year’s health themed gardens at the Chelsea Flower Show 2023 such as the Samaritans’ Listening Garden, the Centre for Mental Health’s The Balance Garden and The Myeloma UK Garden This spring the British weather has been unnerving for horticulturalists hoping to present their perfect specimens at the Chelsea […]
Tick tock – the liver controls the circadian clock: University of Queensland-led research has revealed liver cells influence the body’s internal circadian clock, which was previously believed to be solely controlled by the brain. Associate Professor Frédéric Gachon from UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience and Dr Serge Luquet from Université Paris Cité/CNRS in France and […]
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An mpox resurgence in the European region this spring and summer? To prevent that, key measures must continue. One year since its biggest ever mpox outbreak, the WHO European Region – covering 53 countries across Europe and Central Asia – is celebrating success in controlling the spread of the disease as the number of cases […]
In the UK, 52% of adults own at least one pet. Frankly, this is no surprise: animals are adorable, loving, and a special member of every household. But as well as being great for cuddles and company, spending time with our furry friends can have a wide range of advantages for both our physical and mental health. […]