What is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)? HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) is a treatment used to relieve symptoms of menopause by replacing the oestrogen and other hormones that the body stops producing naturally during menopause. For many women, it can significantly improve their quality of life, particularly
Today we’re talking about manual handling, hazards, musculoskeletal disorders and why the use of proper technique is vital when working in a high-risk environment. What is Manual Handling? Manual handling is all about manual tasks which include any activity where you use your body to lift, push,
Opening up about your mental health Speaking to somebody about your mental health can be a scary thought, but you should always remember that you don’t have to go through this alone. It’s important to know there is support available to you, whether that be through
Sepsis is the final common pathway to death from most infectious diseases. Despite being a medical emergency and having significant global significance, Sepsis is still not fully understood or appreciated in terms of the number of people affected. Sepsis affects between 4 However, even the
Approximately 80% of all people who die by suicide are of working age (18-65) making the workplace the most cross-cutting system for suicide prevention, intervention and crisis response. In the UK, the highest suicide rates are amongst working men aged 40-54 with low-skilled occupations having higher
The holidays bring loads of fun and celebrations and usually some extended time off work. As everyone returns it is important to remind ourselves of safety in the workplace and turn on our awareness of risk. Statistically speaking, Mondays show the highest rate of worker injuries