Day: 9 May 2022
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How to help an addicted friend or relative
Helping someone with an addiction Do you have a friend or a family member that is struggling with addiction? Is it starting to affect you and the family? Do you feel like all hope is lost? Addiction tears people’s lives apart. Seeing someone you love in pain is difficult. Often, suffers from addiction and alcohol…
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Gum Disease: Prevention & Treatment
Gum disease is a very common condition. Symptoms include swollen, sore or infected gums. You may also experience bleeding when you brush your teeth and have bad breath. The early stages of gum disease is called gingivitis, however, if not treated, this could develop into periodontitis. There is no cure for periodontal disease, but…
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Pay-for-performance: clear, simple and wrong – What’s your opinion?
The use of pay-for-performance initiatives in a bid to improve standards of care within the NHS remains a matter of controversy, not least because such schemes threaten to undermine our trust in public servants to do the best for those they serve. Umbrella Company vs. PAYE? Many NHS nurses are paid through an umbrella company,…
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Can the NHS pay for Your Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic Dentistry isn’t just for Aesthetics Cosmetic dentistry offers a wide range of solutions and treatments that can restore your smile. Dental implants, porcelain veneers and braces help perfect your smile but are they available on the NHS? “The NHS doesn’t support cosmetic treatments that are purely aesthetic, but there are exceptions to this.” Cosmetic dental work isn’t purely aesthetic. In fact,…
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Here’s How to Give Up Smoking
How many of you were back to work today? Not just me then. It kind of sucks but hey, at least it’s almost the weekend. Earlier in the week, I spoke about my resolutions, and what I intend to change in the next few months but I know it’s also a time when many of…
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Visit the Dentist Twice a Year: Top Reasons to Go
You may find it difficult to attend dentist appointments, especially when they are open during your working hours. Your dentist plays a huge role in maintaining your dental health and it is important to ensure that you are visiting your dentist at least twice a year. Reasons to visit your dentist: Can pick up the…