Health

Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) is a fairly new clinic-based hair treatment which involves the injection of pigments into the scalp. Many clients ask themselves why they should not use a tattooist to get this treatment done. The answer to this question is simple – you should not use a tattooist for SMP because of the health risks involved. Image credit Tattoos…

When we talk about HACCP and why it is important, the first thing that comes to our minds is Food Safety – because of the importance of the Food Safety Act. This act can make a big difference in reducing the risk of food poisoning by regulating the levels of contaminants in the food. So, it has become necessary for…

There are numerous reasons to consider going vegan, but the most obvious is the ethical benefits. A lot of people get asked why they should go vegan or what they can do for animals and many of them are surprised at the answer. It’s important to point out that the benefits of becoming a vegan are just as good or…

Autumn is here and it brings us plenty to look forward to – the chance to drink mulled wine, shop for new autumn clothing such as mens designer t shirts, head out on a walk in the beautiful autumn woods and of course – pick blackberries! Blackberries grow in abundance in British hedgerows and woodlands and going out to pick…

Botox is a type of cosmetic procedure, which involves using injections of an irritant to the muscles or the connective tissues of your face. It is also known as the “injectable botulinum toxin”, but it is not really a poison at all. It simply paralyzes the muscle that is causing the problem, and the effect is quite apparent after the…

Ever feel like giving something back to the community? Volunteering for a worthy cause is a great way to meet new people, put something amazing on your CV and learn new skills. If you have little time to spare, then get a warm, fuzzy feeling by offering your help for a good cause such as: Image credit Animal Shelter All…

Trees of Britain are under threat from a variety of diseases and pests that do serious damage and even kill trees. One of these pests is the big spruce bark beetle (Dendroctonus micans) which found in forests and woodland right throughout Europe. It targets the fir tree, as the name suggests by laying eggs under the bark. The larvae grow…

Live in care differs from other types of care in that the worker goes to live with the person they are caring for. This ensures that there is 24/7 care cover for an individual who requires full-time care services. Whereas most employees finish their shift and return home, being a live in carer can feel quite different. Image credit A…

Our 30s is a time when we start to think about settling down, perhaps getting married and starting a family and it is also the period in our life when we start to think about all the things we did in our late teens and twenties that we need to try and make up for now. Most of these involve…

In the fields of physiology, haematology, surgery and obstetrics, James Blundell had a significant effect. He had a short career but made a profound impact through his innovative and pioneering work in carrying out the first blood transfusion in humans. He worked as a teacher, physiologist, obstetrician and doctor, achieving great milestones in many areas. One of those major achievements…

The changes to your body during pregnancy and the additional pressure placed on it can increase the pressure in your leg veins, causing varicose veins to develop or become worse. There are ways that you can prevent the occurrence of varicose veins and they will often improve some time after you’ve given birth. Why do Varicose Veins Appear? Varicose veins…