Pharma Nord Vitamin D chosen for groundbreaking clinical trial
Pharma Nord’s Bio-Vitamin D3 has been chosen for a groundbreaking clinical trial on the effects of vitamin D supplementation on the immune system and protecting against Covid-19. The supplements will be taken by over 5,000 people for a period of six months as they take part in the Queen Mary University of London ‘Coronavit’ study. […]
WEBINAR: Tackling Malnutrition in Care Homes
By apetito With an estimated 3 million adults in the UK affected by malnutrition, it is important to promote awareness to those at risk, their families, friends and carers. Established in 2012, apetito are one of the founders of the Malnutrition Task Force, providing information and practical guidance to help combat preventable undernutrition and dehydration […]
Occupational Safety & Health Forum: Sign up for February’s virtual event
Occupational Safety & Health Forum can help you find the right products and solutions for your upcoming projects and objectives. At the virtual Occupational Safety & Health Forum – we can tailor-make an itinerary of pre-matched connections between you and suppliers of interest, where you can identify in advance, who best fits your business needs. […]
How technology can reduce loneliness in care homes
By Julio Tiusanen, Head of Growth at Yetitablet Over the last few years, the world has become more aware of the danger that loneliness poses. It increases the risk of cognitive decline, dementia, heart disease, high blood pressure, lowers the immune system, is worse for our health than obesity, and increases mortality rate by 26%. […]
Investing in mental health awareness training pays
By iHASCO Organisations have the opportunity to make positive cultural change and strengthen their future, whilst supporting employees with their mental health. In the latest published results of the study, ‘Coronavirus: Mental Health in the Pandemic’, it has been found 64% of people feel that they are not coping with pandemic-related stress well. The temporary […]
Culinary Inspirations Christmas range from apetito
By apetitio Leading care homes meals provider, apetito, has launched its ‘best ever’ Christmas range as part of its innovative ‘Culinary Inspirations’ series. New dishes include a Wild Salmon and Spinach Crumble, a Vegan Root Vegetable Pie, a Puréed Turkey with Stuffing, and a Puréed Festive Sponge. Developed by apetito’s in house Chefs and Dietitians, […]
Facilities Management Forum – Time running out to secure your place
Register for your complimentary guest pass for the virtual Facilities Management Forum today! Monday 25th January 2021 The Forum allows senior FM professionals to share forward-thinking ideas, meet new partners and discover new ways to underpin their strategies. Your bespoke place is entirely free and includes benefits such as; Prepare for every eventuality – We can build you a bespoke 1-2-1 itinerary […]
Do you specialise in Catering Equipment solutions? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in November we’ll be focussing on Catering Equipment solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Catering Equipment solutions and […]
Third of healthcare workers taking time off due to mental health
Employees in the healthcare sector are struggling with poor mental wellbeing, with more than 30 per cent taking time off due to poor mental health. That’s according to new research from not-for-profit healthcare provider Benenden Health, which says 38% of employees in the healthcare sector took time off work due to poor mental health in 2019, compared […]
NCF & QCS publish ‘Winter Ready’ COVID-19 guide for care homes
Quality Compliance Systems (QCS) and the National Care Forum (NCF) have pooled their resources to create a comprehensive guide for the care sector, as the UK braces itself for a second wave of coronavirus and a sharp increase in influenza cases this winter. The 50-page document, entitled ‘Winter Ready’, has been specifically created to help […]
