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Could my job have saved my life? My experience as a post-exposure rabies case.
Those of you who have done a Travel Health course delivered by me will probably have heard me recount the post-exposure rabies story from my South Africa trip when I’m discussing how to approach the question of ‘what vaccines do I need?’. I tell the story...
Breathing Easy: Compliant Asthma Training for Safe Schools
Every parent entrusts the school with their child's well-being, and that includes managing chronic health conditions like asthma. In the UK alone, asthma affects one million children, and while it's manageable with proper care, there's a constant need for vigilance....
Promising Developments in Immunisation Research
Vaccines have been one of the world's greatest weapons against infectious diseases. Through widespread immunisation campaigns, we have successfully eradicated smallpox, made significant strides towards defeating polio, and significantly increased the survival and...
World Day for Health & Safety at Work: Why Compliant Health & Safety Training is Your Golden Ticket
April 28th marks the World Day for Safety and Health at Work. This year's theme, "Psychosocial risks prevention: building a positive safety and health culture," emphasises the well-being of employees beyond the physical. But a strong safety culture starts with a solid...
STI Prevention – How comfortable are you talking about Sexually Transmitted Infections during your consultations?
When carrying out travel health consultations, having a conversation about sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) can be both delicate yet crucial to the client’s on-going travel journey. Talking about STI’s stands out as an essential yet often challenging dialogue...
5 reasons to join us at our Primary Care Convention 2024
The Health Academy Primary Care Convention 2024 is just around the corner, and here are five reasons why you should secure your spot at our Face-to-Face training day on the 15th June 2024 now: 1. Cutting-Edge Insights into Wound Care Management and Common Respiratory...
Is it time to think about the 2024-25 flu programme already?
On the 12th March 2024 the Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) published the National Flu Immunisation Programme 2024 to 2025 letter. We're only just out of the winter months so is it time to think about the next...
Stress Awareness and Management: Why Compliance Training Matters
In today's fast-paced world, stress is a constant companion. But while it might feel inevitable, letting stress run unchecked can have serious consequences for both your employees and your business. April is Stress Awareness Month so here at Health Academy we are keen...
Tackling Tuberculosis on World TB Day
Every year on the 24th March, we mark World TB Day to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and the ongoing efforts to combat this preventable and treatable disease. While often overshadowed by other health concerns, TB remains a significant global health threat,...
Vitamin B12 deficiency: Exploring the root cause
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, plays a pivotal role in our body's essential functions. From nerve function to red blood cell formation, this multifaceted vitamin is a linchpin of our physiological operation. Yet despite its significance, many individuals suffer...
Mark Your Calendars! The Primary Care Convention 2024 is Here!
Calling all primary care professionals! We're thrilled to announce the Primary Care Convention 2024, taking place on Saturday, June 15th at Cranmore Park, Solihull in the UK. This exciting event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to connect in person, learn,...
Building Trust and Immunity: Why we need to be Champions of Vaccine Advocacy
Vaccination is one of the most effective tools available in the fight against preventable diseases and is one of the most significant advancements in public health measures of our time, effectively preventing numerous infectious diseases and saving millions of lives....
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