Promising developments in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases.

Insect-borne diseases, such as Dengue fever and Chikungunya, are a significant public health concern worldwide, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. These diseases are transmitted by mosquitoes and can cause severe illness, including fever, joint pain, and in some cases, death. To combat these diseases, researchers are continually developing new vaccines to protect against them. […]
HIV and sharps use in clinical practice. Is your practice discriminatory?

If you take blood or give injections it’s very likely that at some point you will have performed (or are going to perform) these sharps-based procedures on someone who is living with HIV. And you will likely have a set of perceptions about that. Be prepared to see (and avoid) some discriminatory practice. Would YOU […]
How to administer vaccinations to infants and children safely

There are many things to be aware of and consider as healthcare practitioners to ensure that we administer vaccinations to infants and children safely and efficiently. Being adequately prepared, allowing suitable distraction techniques and maintaining a comfortable secure positioning when vaccinating, all help to lessen not just fear and anxiety, but also pain too. Pre […]