When we experience something traumatic, it can cause us deep suffering both at the time of the event and for a long time afterwards. Anyone can experience trauma, and this may be as a child or as an adult. In all cases, it can have an impact on our mental health and wellbeing.

Working in healthcare is hugely rewarding and, as one of the biggest global employment sectors, there are plenty of jobs to choose from. Other advantages include the opportunity to travel and the flexibility of the schedules.

You’ve just taken a shower or a bath. Do you ever feel your ears clogged up? Do sounds seem muffled to you? You might have water inside your ears.

When the Covid Pandemic struck the whole world back at the end of 2019 and everyone was ordered to stay at home and isolate, no one could have foreseen the utter despair, loneliness, isolation and unfortunately death count that this deadly disease would cause!  The only way to stay in visual contact with Family and…

Tinnitus is a ringing sound in the ear, and it can be very annoying and distressing for those who suffer from it, causing them to struggle with daily life and affecting sleep too. There is no real cure for tinnitus, however sound therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy are two commonly used treatments that can help.…

First on the scene of an emergency medical situation is normally a Paramedic, the senior member of an elite two-person crew.  They respond as quickly as possible, in an ambulance that is kitted out with all the equipment they might need to deal with most critical, medical situations. The Paramedic must make quick decisions on…

Several different scalp disorders can cause an itchy, inflamed scalp. If you have any symptoms or want to find out more about your scalp, you may consult a dermatologist. The dermatologist can help you identify your condition and determine whether or not it requires treatment. You may also try self-care techniques and strategies to treat…

Learning how to be a great support worker can mean the difference between you being a happy employee who gets the job done and you becoming unhappy in your work and underperforming. There are certainly some companies that do little to promote the training and well-being of their staff but thankfully, most businesses will want…

The importance of accessibility for disabled people cannot be stressed enough. It can literally mean the difference between feeling trapped and having a great quality of life. The ability to go about daily tasks or even going travelling in a wheelchair is a freedom that every wheelchair user should experience. The reason why disabled people…

Many people with disabilities use mobility aids for a variety of reasons, from assisting them to changing levels. These devices have long been used for the blind or physically challenged, and can even help the able-bodied move about the house or go to work if they are suffering temporary mobility issues or illness. Mobility aids…