12 First Aid Myths Debunked! – Being confident in your first aid knowledge is essential for knowing how to help in a medical emergency and avoiding unnecessary trips to the hospital. However, information on the internet and hearsay advice can be misleading and can lead to many first aid myths. In this article we discuss […]
Age is just a number: the 5 biggest myths about ageism that must be removed after searches for discrimination support reaches all time high. The population across the UK has continued to age – and whilst living longer is something to be celebrated – new research has shown that ageism is becoming increasingly rife in […]
Twelve First Aid myths debunked! Being confident in your First Aid knowledge is important to know how to help in a medical emergency and to avoid unnecessary trips to the hospital. However, information on the internet and hearsay advice can be misleading and has led to many first aid myths. In this article we discuss […]
Myth busting Dr Google cancer misinformation: Ahead of World Cancer Day, Bupa UK reports increased numbers of people are turning to Dr Google for Cancer Misinformation. Myths surrounding cancer can cause unnecessary worry about your health and wellbeing. New research from Bupa UK has found a sharp rise in people turning to “Dr Google” about […]
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High consumption of US crime shows on television distorts social perceptions and promotes common myths. People with a great amount of US-based crime-related television viewing are more likely to be susceptible to misconceptions regarding the death penalty – irrespective of their age, education, or gender. This is the basic finding of a new edition of […]
With increased awareness among the general public regarding obesity, many people are looking to adopt healthier lifestyles. But, despite our best intentions, it’s all too easy to set about this in the wrong way. Initiatives like JanUary, the annual campaign by the National Obesity Forum, help to ensure our self-improvement drive doesn’t go to waste, […]
Myth: People with diabetes understand what to do when they are unwell Fact: Actually it’s best to give people with diabetes some simple sick day rules and give them a personal care plan telling them what to do if they are unwell. These should be reiterated at times of sickness. Often people may have had […]