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HUB: Bleeding Wounds Guidance Update
We have made a couple of minor changes in the latest edition of the Good First Aid Guide relating to the treatment of the bleeding section. This will cause slight changes to several courses for you to be aware of. Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: What is self-harm?
Self-harm is when somebody purposely hurts or damages their body because of urges they experience; – this is often (but not always) in the form of self-injury. Although self-harm is not considered a mental illness, there are solid links between Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Possible Behavioural & Physical Signs and Symptoms of Bulimia
Bulimia (Bulimia Nervosa) is described as a vicious cycle where a person eats a large amount of food in one go (bingeing) and then tries to ‘get rid’ of the food (purging) to stop weight gain. Common methods of purging Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Seeking Support for Anxiety
Remember that asking for help and involving others can be particularly challenging for people experiencing anxiety, and in some cases, it will cause increased levels of anxiety. A non-pressured, patient and flexible approach might be needed and offering to research Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Learn more about mental health and eating healthily
Lots of evidence shows considerable benefits to our mental wellbeing when we eat a balanced, healthy diet, and we should not underestimate the link between Food and Mood. Additionally, some foods and drinks can harm our mental wellbeing, for example, Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Learn more about mental health, exercise and activity
Increasing physical activity is proven to have many mental and physical health benefits and relieve stress. This might not be joining a gym or going for a run! Small efforts such as a short walk around the block or Read more…
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World Mental Health Day
Get ready for World Mental Health Day on 10 October, as we call on everyone to open up to mental health, to talk and to listen! World Mental Health Day was first observed on the 10th of October 1992 as Read more…
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What should my company do for World Mental Health Day?
Get ready for World Mental Health Day on 10 October, as we call on everyone to open up to mental health, to talk and to listen! World Mental Health Day was first observed on the 10th of October 1992 as Read more…
