Mould can be visible as black mould, but it can also be invisible as it lives in the air and damp areas as spores. This can cause numerous health problems for many people, including asthma, fungal infections and other respiratory-related illnesses. It is important to prevent your mould allergies from getting severe in order to […]

If you are considering purchasing a wheelchair accessible vehicle then you may be wondering exactly what these vehicles have to offer. There is no question that people who use wheelchairs have a lot of challenges in being able to travel, but a wheelchair accessible vehicle can change all that. When you are looking for a […]

Recent reports by investigative journalists have shown that a huge increase in spending on social care has not been able to relieve the pressure placed upon the NHS in England. Although much of the criticism has been overstated, the reality is that the cuts put forward by the government have had a devastating effect upon […]

The immune system is made up of cells which are capable of recognizing and acting upon a variety of different viruses, bacteria, fungi, and other organisms. The cells have the ability to grow in a very healthy environment, but once they begin to grow they stop recognizing and acting upon the invaders. This is known […]

Hair loss can be caused by many factors. For women, one of the biggest contributors to hair loss is hormones. Hormones are normally the primary cause of female hair loss, although genetics can also play a role. In both men and women, the hormone responsible for female hair loss is the hormone: dihydrotestosterone (or DHT) […]

The world can be a stressful place and the past year has been more stressful for many people than ever. It is important in times like this that you look after yourself and your mental and physical wellbeing, as it is easy to get swept away in the bad news and worry of the world […]

Diabetes is a well-known illness and many of us have a basic idea of what it is when someone mentions it. But there are many different types of diabetes, all slightly different. For some types, you can take preventative measures to lower your risk of developing them, and others there is still no known cause. […]

Handwashing is an important part of the food preparation process, and also a vital part of food safety. It is important to note that many of the things you use to clean and prepare your food should also be kept sanitised as well.  There is little point in ensuring your hands are clean if you […]

The last decade or so has seen science drop down in the public estimations – things that were previously taken seriously such as vaccinations has now started to be replaced with conspiracy theories and information being spread around social media as facts, which are not true and have no foundations in science. This particular problem, […]

It is a difficult conundrum. You see someone in need of medical assistance. You have knowledge of what to do, or you are a medical professional, and can help. But do you? In this litigious age it can get you into serious trouble. In other countries like France and the USA they have a  law […]