What is a midwife? A midwife is a healthcare professional who helps healthy women during labor, delivery, and after the birth of their babies. A midwife is trained to provide obstetric and gynecological services, including primary care, prenatal and obstetric care, and routine gynecological care like annual exams and contraception. Types of Midwives According to … Read more
Definition CPD means Continuing Professional Development and is the term used to describe the learning activities professionals engage in to develop and enhance their abilities. It refers to the process of tracking and documenting the skills, knowledge and experience that you gain both formally and informally as you work, beyond any initial training. It’s a … Read more
What is health communication? Health communication is described as methods and tactics for informing people about health care facts and best practises with the aim of maximising patient health outcomes and enriching personal and community behaviours and public health practices. Importance of Communication in Healthcare Effective communication in healthcare organisations begins with the recognition of … Read more
The care quality commission releases CQC’s new strategy for the changing world of social care and health. A CQC inspection is a big deal for your home care agency; every system, process, and procedure in your service will be under scrutiny. The new strategy will give guidance on how they’re changing regulations to improve care … Read more
Care providing organizations in UK must meet specific care quality commission standards. The care you receive at a hospital, a care home, in your own home from an agency, at the dentist, in a GP practise, and elsewhere must meet certain criteria. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the regulatory body that regulates and inspects … Read more
The Care Quality Commission is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and regulating the organizations and locales that provide health-care services in the United Kingdom. What is Care Quality Commission? The CQC ensure that social care providers (for children and adults), deliver high quality care, encouraging continual improvement, with safety, effectiveness and compassion as constant priorities. What … Read more
Mental health awareness is important same as physical health. While everyone is aware of the signs and treatment options for common illnesses that impact their loved ones, but many individuals are unaware of how to take care of their own mental health. In this blog you will get brief introduction to mental health and how … Read more
Self-harming isn’t rare, especially among teens and young adults, but it’s generally kept hidden. Many people are able to overcome it with the help of treatment. Whether a person has recently begun self-harming or has been doing so for long time, there is a way to enhance their health and reduce their habits. The first … Read more
Reablement refers to services that support persons with poor physical or mental health adjust to their disease by acquiring or relearning daily life skills. In this blog, you will get brief introduction to aim, benefits, principle, and outcome of reablement. What is reablement? Reablement is a short-term intensive service provided to those recovering from illness … Read more
The first aid refers to the medical assistance given to someone who has experienced a medical emergency. It’s usually a one-time, short-term treatment that doesn’t involve any equipment or training. Aims of first aid There are following 5 main aims of first aid: 1. Preserve life: While a first aider is someone who holds … Read more
All you need to know about medication management Medication management is a service designed to help individuals manage their medications, so they take them on time, and avoid the dangers of incorrect medication administration. What is medication management? Medication management is an outpatient therapy strategy that includes an initial assessment of the patient’s drug requirements, … Read more
Accurate dosage calculation is a key skill required to safely dispense drugs. Ensuring each patient is given the right medicine and the right dose is everyone’s responsibility which makes this section relevant to everyone in nursing care – even if you are not the individual who initially calculated the dosage. We all play a vital … Read more
Legionnaires’ disease is a type of atypical pneumonia, caused by the legionella bacterium. Legionnaires are most acquired by inhalation of germs from water or dirt. It is more common in the elderly, smokers, and persons with compromised immune systems. This blog will give brief insights of symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of legionnaires disease. What is … Read more
A seizure is a physical disturbance in behavior due to an episode of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. In this blog, you will get a brief insight into a seizure, their types, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. What is a seizure? A seizure is a physical change that occurs in the brain. The terms … Read more
Emotional intelligence aids in the development of stronger relationships, academic and professional success, and the attainment of career and personal objectives. It can also assist you in connecting with your emotions, putting your intentions into action, and making knowledgeable choices. What is Emotional Intelligence? The ability to sense, control, and assess emotions is referred to … Read more