Understanding Dementia: Types, Symptoms, and Care Needs
Introduction Dementia is a major neurocognitive disorder that affects more than 55 million people worldwide, and there are nearly 10 ...
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A Comprehensive Guide to Health and Social Care Training
Introduction Trained health and social care workers are essential in caring for people of all ages and supporting their health ...
The Role of Diet in Managing Chronic Diseases
Introduction Chronic diseases, such as obesity, type-2 diabetes, cancer, stroke, and heart disease, are leading causes of morbidity and mortality ...
Effective Communication Skills in Health and Social Care
Introduction Healthcare and social care settings rely on effective communication skills to deliver person-centred, high-quality care and support. Good communication ...
Key Skills for Successful Care Home Management
Introduction According to the Office for National Statistics, there were an estimated 372,035 care home residents from March 2022 to ...
Understanding Dementia: Types, Symptoms, and Care Needs
Introduction Dementia is a major neurocognitive disorder that affects more than 55 million people worldwide, and there are nearly 10 ...
The Importance of Compassion in Healthcare
Introduction Having to access healthcare can be worrying and scary for some people and can cause them stress and anxiety. ...
The Role of Palliative Care in End of Life Care
Introduction When a person reaches the end of their life, they can be uncomfortable, in pain and have distressing symptoms, ...
Community Health Initiatives – Promoting Wellness Locally
Introduction As demand for healthcare increases and healthcare needs change in the UK, there is a growing appetite for providing ...
Caring for Older People – Strategies for Providing Quality Senior Care
Introduction Ageing is a fact of life and a natural process. Some have outdated and negative attitudes towards ageing and ...
Most Common Childhood Allergies
Introduction to Childhood Allergies According to Allergy UK, allergies are common, especially in children. 40% of children in the UK ...
A Guide to Allergens in Healthcare
Introduction Allergic reactions can be a potential risk in any setting, but even more so in healthcare due to the ...
How To Communicate Effectively With Clients in Care
A care worker or carer supports a person who needs help with daily tasks, either helping them to live independently ...
Crisis Intervention in Social Care
Introduction Crises can occur in various contexts, from child protection to mental health support and community services, and the number ...
The Role of Nutrition in Health and Social Care
Introduction Nutrition is a fundamental component of health, development and well-being. Good nutrition can strengthen people's immune systems, prevent, treat ...