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A brief history of nursing

The nursing profession today commands a workforce of over 593,000 in the UK alone. Around the globe, nursing remains one of the largest labour pools we have. Unfortunately, nursing was not always as popular or well-respected as it is now.

Parenting 101: The importance of iron for your baby’s growth

Parenting 101: The importance of iron for your baby’s growth

We need iron for healthy growth and development. To be precise, our bodies use this essential mineral to make hemoglobin, a protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen from our lungs to the rest of the body. Babies and small children in particular need sufficient iron supplies for their brains to develop normally.

Patient engagement and technology: The future of healthcare

Patient engagement and technology: The future of healthcare

Accessibility, transparency and active patient participation are hot topics in healthcare right now. As the industry shakes free of the last vestiges of “medical paternalism,” many healthcare providers are looking toward a new kind of patient relationship: patient engagement.

Men: Should you be worried about erectile dysfunction as you get older?

Men: Should you be worried about erectile dysfunction as you get older?

Erectile dysfunction is a very common complication that impacts men, and yet it is also rarely discussed and infrequently treated.

Why private ear wax clinics are booming now that GPs have stopped offering service

Ever since many GPs have stopped offering ear syringing, private ear wax removal has drastically increased in popularity. But why is ear wax removal so necessary that private ear wax clinics have seen such a boom? Let us take a look.

Fighting for your rights: The process of recovery after a dog bite injury

Fighting for your rights: The process of recovery after a dog bite injury

Do you or a loved one have injuries from a dog bite? It's critical to know your rights and how to proceed with recovery after such an injury. Dog bites can be very scary, but there are many avenues for getting compensated and recovering if it happens.

How is medical negligence handled abroad?

Medical negligence looks considerably different from one country to the next. In a global climate dominated by the pandemic, it’s easy to recognise growing international concern over standards of healthcare and medical treatment.

Top tips for making the most of your life

Life is there to be enjoyed, and to enjoy it you need to be doing the things you love and taking care of yourself. It’s easy to forget about these things if you work long hours and the stresses of life take over.

The main health benefits of keeping your home clean

The main health benefits of keeping your home clean

While the health benefits of maintaining a clean home are generally assumed, not everyone realizes that there are specific main health benefits to keeping your house spic and span.

Personal injury claims: Important steps you should take

Personal injury claims: Important steps you should take

A personal injury claim is a legal action brought by someone who has suffered harm at the hands of another person or company. Most often, this type of case involves medical malpractice claims or other negligence cases.

Tips for choosing the right supplements for vegans

Tips for choosing the right supplements for vegans

There are many benefits to being vegan, but one of the most common issues vegans face is finding the right supplements. Choosing the right supplements as a vegan can be difficult.

Golfing tips to improve your game and play like a pro

Golfing tips to improve your game and play like a pro

Golf is a sophisticated game, and it takes a certain amount of finesse and refinement that only comes with practice. While every golfer knows that they need to practice more, not all of them know how to practice it properly.

A newbie’s guide – 6 tips to building muscle

Trying to build muscle can be intimidating, but it’s not as hard as you think. The best tips are discussed below.

What you need to do to have healthy teeth and a beautiful smile

What you need to do to have healthy teeth and a beautiful smile

Having a bright, beautiful smile is one of the glaring indications of a healthy lifestyle. The importance of proper oral hygiene cannot be overstressed in a world where we are in constant communication with one another.

How to turn your basement into a home gym

How to turn your basement into a home gym

If you are tired of waiting for public gyms to re-open, it might time be time to take some action. Even when public amenities open up, imagine not having to drive or take the bus to the gym.