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Biphasic Anaphylaxis: Do People Recognise the Signs?
In the UK, allergies are an increasingly common issue among the adult population. With over 20% of the population affected by one or more allergies, the UK has some of the highest rates of allergic conditions in the world. As allergy rates continue to rise, alongside...
Handle with Care: Data Protection in UK Care Settings
Think about it: when someone is receiving care, they're often sharing some of the most personal and sensitive details about their lives. It could be their medical history, their mental well-being, or even just the support they need day-to-day. How this information is...
What are the Proposed Changes to the UK Childhood Immunisation Schedule for 2025/26?
The proposed upcoming changes to the General Practitioner (GP) contract for 2025/26 (Annex E) will bring significant adjustments to the routine childhood immunisation schedule. These changes aim to streamline delivery, improve protection against vaccine-preventable...
Medication Matters: Legal Duties for Managing Medical Needs of Pupils in Schools
Schools are vibrant hubs of learning and growth, but they also shoulder the significant responsibility of ensuring the safety and well-being of their pupils. This includes effectively managing the medical needs of children, a task governed by specific legal...
Shielding the Vulnerable: The Cornerstone of Safer Recruitment
In a world where safeguarding children and vulnerable adults is paramount, the importance of robust recruitment practices cannot be overstated. Safer recruitment isn't just a tick-box exercise; it's a vital shield, designed to prevent unsuitable individuals from...
How Can We Better Understand and Manage Pain in Children?
Assessing pain in children is a complex and often misunderstood area, and it's something we don’t always get right. Paediatric pain is frequently mismanaged, largely because children may struggle to pinpoint where their pain is or express it in ways that differ from...
Navigating the New Normal: Why Effective Remote Working Training is Crucial
The world of work has changed dramatically. Remote working, once a perk, is now a mainstay for many businesses. This shift offers flexibility and numerous benefits, but it also presents unique challenges. For businesses to thrive in this new landscape, and for...
Continuing Education and CPD for Nurses
Continuing professional development (CPD) is a fundamental requirement in nursing today. In the fast-paced healthcare environment that we find ourselves in, continuing education is not optional—it’s essential. CPD helps nurses stay knowledgeable, capable, and ready to...
Decoding the Consumer Rights Act: Don’t Get Caught Out!
As a retailer, it is important to be aware of your customers' rights. This is because if you do not comply with consumer rights laws, you could be fined or even sued. Consumer rights training can help you to understand your customers' rights and how to comply with...
Delegation of Injections: When Is It Appropriate and What are the Risks?
Delegation in healthcare is a valuable practice that allows the workload to be shared among a team. However, when it comes to injections—particularly in the context of childhood immunisations and travel health—delegation requires careful consideration, especially when...
Epilepsy Training for Schools & Carers: A Legal and Moral Imperative
Epilepsy is a neurological condition affecting approximately 600,000 people in the UK, with around 1 in 100 children diagnosed. For schools and carers, understanding epilepsy and knowing how to respond to seizures is not just best practice, it's a legal and moral...
Beating January Blues for Healthcare Workers
January – the month we often associate with feeling down, tired, and a little lost. We’ve all heard of ‘Blue Monday’, said to be the most depressing day of the year. But who decided that? According to the internet, the third Monday of January is deemed the most...
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