Making care home security both safe and attractive
Care home security has never been so important. The UK’s population is ageing at a significant rate, with the proportion of those aged 65 and above now making up 18% of our population, says Peter Jackson, MD at Jacksons Fencing. Currently, just under half a million people (4% of the population) in the UK reside […]
Boost Infection Control With New 100% Natural Flushable Cleansing Wipes
Using unflushable cleansing wipes in care homes and hospitals is a dangerous false economy that puts lives at risk, warns infection control specialist DDC Dolphin. Low-grade wipes that cannot be macerated or flushed will block drains and damage expensive sluice room equipment – leading to machine downtime and a higher risk of infection. Care home […]
Manfred Sauer UK – urology products with a difference
Manfred Sauer UK – Manufacturer of urology products with a difference, often designed by end users with unique features and benefits! Sheaths – b.sure – urinary sheath that is short, strong and quick to fit with extra strong adhesive, available in 9 sizes from 18mm to 35mm with a buffer/comfort zone… Alternatively you can try […]
Effective time & attendance with biometrics results in staff accountability
The demand for efficient and reliable employees in the sector is essential for a sustainable business model and technology provides expertise to assist desired results. An excellent proven example is the introduction of Biometrics into the care home providing the identification of people based upon their physical characteristics such as their fingerprints, here the person […]
NuVu Life: Liqui-Life Shakes
It is well-known in the care sector that malnutrition affecting the senior population is an ever-growing concern. Indeed, it is common-knowledge that underweight residents require higher levels of care and are much more likely to be hospitalised. Unfortunately, catering to people who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition can be a challenge. Our Nu Vu […]
Simplifying the specification process with new ironmongery guides
A new guide on architectural ironmongery and specialist applications has been launched for those specifying hardware in care homes. The Specifier’s Guide to Ironmongery for Specialist Applications is one of five guides created by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) to ensure that anyone involved in the specification of architectural ironmongery has access to the latest, best […]
Podiatry Experts Advise on Footwear for People with Diabetes
The College of Podiatry has worked alongside Cosyfeet in advising which of the company’s extra roomy footwear styles are suitable for people with diabetes. Representatives from the College were invited to Cosyfeet Head Office in Somerset earlier this year to advise on the suitability of each style for people with a diagnosis of diabetes who […]
Manage supplies of catheter accessories with Ugo 4 Weeks
Optimum Medical has developed Ugo 4 Weeks to help give care homes more control over supplies of catheter drainage and fixation products. We understand that there are unique challenges regarding the control of these products in the care home environment. Some of the following scenarios may sound familiar: What is Ugo 4 Weeks? Ugo 4 Weeks […]
Think JustGloves when you’re thinking of ways to reduce expenditure
Healthcare environments face some of the biggest challenges of any industry when looking at cost reduction. Maintaining exceptional levels of care in the face of tight budget constraints is extremely difficult, even for the largest of care providers. JustGloves is helping the UK healthcare industry to reduce outgoings by supplying top quality disposable clothing, including medical […]