Using display screen equipment (DSE) incorrectly or having a poorly designed workstation can lead to fatigue, eye strain, and pain in the shoulders, neck, back, arms, wrists, and hands. Employers […]
During the Covid-19 pandemic, care homes residents were prevented from seeing family and friends for long periods of time, which negatively impacted the residents’ health and well-being. Family members of […]
No international travel can be guaranteed to be safe. It is the traveller’s responsibility to determine the risks involved and decide whether they can mitigate and/or accept those risks. The […]
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) hasn’t updated the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) for 13 years. They are now planning to do so and have […]
HSE reports that 964,000 workers suffered from work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in 2024-25.As a result, 22.1 million working days were lost.1 Obviously, mental health issues take a heavy toll […]
Stroke Awareness Month is observed throughout May each year. Its purpose is to raise awareness of stroke prevention, recognition, and treatment. Reflecting current clinical evidence, the Resuscitation Council (UK) has […]
Many organisations are facing rising absenteeism, turnover, and staff disputes while at the same time suffering from lower productivity when people feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disengaged. Often, these challenges are […]
The National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNac) have produced a series of infographics that provide tips and advice for healthy and safe trips. These infographics are designed for the […]
According to HSE, “Workers are as likely to have an accident in their first 6 months at work as during the whole of the rest of their working life.”1 The […]
The Edinburgh Interfaith Association (EIFA) spearheads a programme called Fringe Cares Fest, which brings performers from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe to care homes for those residents who are unable to […]
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