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Seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a type of depression that has a seasonal pattern. The symptoms often begin in the autumn as the days start getting shorter and are…

Finding the right staff will always be a challenge in care services. However, these days it’s not just a question of choosing the talented from a wide pool of eager…

In my previous work as an inspector, I was acutely aware that inspection visits were not always welcome, and in some cases were even dreaded. I did my best to…

It’s that time of year when many people experience symptoms of the flu. Healthcare workers are at high risk of contracting the flu through providing support and care to services…

Practice Managers face unprecedented pressures As Practice Managers we face unprecedented pressures from CQC inspections, active involvement with Clinical Commissioning Groups, constant changes to the GP contract and frequent employment…

Are you ready for the party season? So, the Christmas party season is now upon us, a time where employers often put on a party for employees. It’s a good…

New research may add weight to dietary advice to include more greens A recently published study conducted by researchers from the Universities of Cambridge and Southampton suggests that nitrate-rich vegetables…

The BBC today featured a story about a tiger needing dental treatment. The heading said: “A Harley Street dental surgeon stared danger in the mouth when he operated on a…