Wellbeing

Ear wax is an important part of the body. It helps clean the ears, protects them from infection and lubricates them to stop them from becoming dry. The ear canal has glands that produce it and they make it in two forms: wet or dry. What kind of earwax you have depends on genetics just like eye colour. Most people have wet earwax. Image credit A person should never try to Ear wax removal with certain objects, including cotton buds. Poking around inside the ear canal can cause a buildup and can even damage the eardrum. The best home remedy is to use a washcloth to wipe the outer ear canal. However, if the ears have a tendency to over-produce earwax, a doctor can prescribe drops to soften it and help it come out of the ear. Over-the-counter ear wax softeners include baby oil, min...

The Health and Safety Executive or HSE requires Farmers to have a comprehensive Health and Safety File that encompasses the Farms individual Risk Assessment, an up-to-date accident Action Plan, a proper policy, colour coded maps and site plans, staff induction and training records and any Permits required to work on high-risk activities. All these complex details can be completed by an elite and professional company that deals specifically with Farm Health and Safety. (more…)

The weather in the winter months can be unpredictable and also cause a lot of damage. We remember only earlier this year when high winds and winter storms swept in causing damage to property all over the UK, but something else that winter weather can be problematic for is health. In the winter it is particularly important to focus on your health and make sure that you do all the things that you can to be healthy – here are some of the risks to health that winter weather can bring with it… Being too Cold – The cold is a particular risk to elderly people and very young children and babies. Make sure that you have a thermometer in your home to make sure that the temperature is ok, as this can then prevent you from contracting hypothermia which can be deadly. Image Credit Falli...

MS is a condition that can cause a number of different symptoms and it is difficult to predict what symptoms an individual may experience. There are three main types of MS - relapsing-remitting, primary progressive and secondary progressive. Relapsing-remitting MS is where an individual will experience periods of time where their symptoms will flare up and periods of time where they will not be noticeable. Primary progressive is where the symptoms will increase over time and secondary progressive is when an individual with relapsing-remitting MS no longer has periods of time where they experience no symptoms. (more…)

Drug and alcohol addiction are serious illnesses that require professional treatment. There are many different drug and alcohol treatment programs available, but they generally fall into one of two categories: inpatient or outpatient. Inpatient programs require participants to live at the facility for the duration of the program, while outpatient programs allow people to continue living at home. (more…)

Medical negligence occurs when a medical professional does not follow the accepted standard of care. If you believe that your health care provider was at fault, you should consult a medical lawyer. Highly trained and experienced lawyers will help you pursue a claim against the healthcare provider. They can help patients understand if they have a claim and help them get the compensation that they deserve. This is why it is highly recommended that healthcare professionals have Medical Indemnity insurance. Find out more at a site like Howden Group Image credit While there is no absolute way to protect yourself against medical malpractice, you can take steps to protect yourself and your health. While these steps aren't foolproof, they can help you reduce your risk of suffering from a...

Heart attack is something that is loaded with seriousness and fear – often when we hear someone speaking about a heart attack, it is something that has proven deadly. But what actually is a heart attack, and how can you reduce the risk of having one? (more…)

Dental implants are a popular form of dental cosmetic surgery.  They are metal, or in some cases ceramic, shells that are installed into the jawbone and give the look of a natural tooth. These types of implants provide added benefits over traditional replacements, such as dentures. This is because they are permanently fixed into the jawbone which means that they function in the same way that a natural tooth would. There is no worry of the tooth, or teeth, becoming dislodged or falling out whilst you are talking. This can be one of the worries when it comes to using dentures., fortunately, Kumra Orthodontics makes sure that their patients get the most effective treatment they could give. Image credit Dental implants will consist of a single tooth being replaced that is held secur...