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With the winter season upon us, driving requires a bit of extra caution and care. Any time of year may be dangerous however if you don’t take basic safety into consideration every time you get behind the wheel. Whether navigating through snow or fighting traffic on your daily commute, here are ten tips every driver…

While carers and medical professionals have a duty of care to try and protect patients from harm, pressure sores can be missed for various reasons. However, with the right care and management, it is possible to reduce the risk of pressure sores by managing risk factors like reduced mobility, poor hygiene and poor nutrition. In…

When you think about it, it may not be that surprising that construction features high on the list of statistics for fatal injuries in the UK. From heavy vehicles and power tools to working at great heights and exposure to hazardous substances, several factors can combine to increase the risks of injuries. This is what…

Meningitis can be an extremely serious medical condition if not treated promptly and is caused when the meninges or protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord get infected by a foreign body. The infected meninges get inflamed triggering a wide range of symptoms. Key Meningitis Facts: Meningitis can affect anyone regardless of age.…

Ouch! A broken toe is more excruciating than one might imagine. Just the thought of putting your foot down with a broken toe can be painful and taking a step may be impossible, depending on which toe is injured. If you have a fracture, getting it treated by a doctor at the earliest opportunity is…

In the main, residents in care homes receive a high standard of care and are kept safe by dedicated staff. However, accidents in care homes do happen which can, unfortunately, leave elderly and vulnerable residents injured. This blog post looks at some of the most common care home risks and what can be done to…

Anyone who suffers from food allergies knows all too well how difficult things can be when they go to a restaurant, travel, or attend any function where food may be involved. There are so many people involved in the process of food preparation and catering it can be impossible to inform every one of them…

Employers have a legal duty of care towards their employees. This means they are responsible for putting in place appropriate measures that will protect their employees from risks inherent to that particular workplace. However, putting safety measures in place isn’t always enough to minimise workplace injuries. Shared responsibility is key to maintaining an injury-free workplace.…

A sprained ankle can result from a wide range of accidents, from tripping over an obstacle or getting knocked down while playing contact sports to repetitive overuse, poor posture, or using improper form while working or exercising. Any of these actions can stretch the ligaments in the ankle beyond their limit. Ligaments are strong bands…

Most of us like to think we are good cooks. But from time to time, we mess up and need the Internet to help us. But which city in England is the most guilty of this? We compiled over 1 million Google searches from the top 25 most populated places across England to find out…