Listeria Outbreak – Manchester University NHS Trust
ARTICLE BY NATASHA GOLDING An unfortunate listeria outbreak, connected with pre-prepared salads and sandwiches, has caused three fatalities and three serious illnesses at Manchester University NHS Trust and Aintree University Hospital. It is believed that some of the meals were given to patients, whilst some were put up for sale within the hospitals. The supplier,…
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Bowel Cancer – Case Study
The Claimant - a middle-aged man - attended his General Practitioner on multiple occasions over an extended period of time, reporting blood in his stools.
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Civil Litigation Study – What is Civil Litigation?
As a Sports Journalism student, my knowledge of Civil Litigation was very limited, but since starting my employment with Oakwood Solicitors I have been able to grow a better understanding of the subject. With the use of that experience, I will (to the best of my ability) explain just what Civil Litigation is and…
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Rollercoaster Accident – Lightwater Valley
ARTICLE BY NATASHA GOLDING On Thursday 30th May 2019, a seven-year-old boy was unfortunately caused to fall from Lightwater Valley’s rollercoaster ‘Twister’, resulting in injuries requiring an air ambulance to take him to hospital at Leeds General Infirmary. One witness advised that before the fall, he saw that the boy was out of his restraints…
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Wills and Probate – The Digital World and You
In the ever-evolving digital world we live in, the majority of us have a social media presence and online accounts. So what happens to these when we die? Your Will and the Digital World Most of us will never have given this a second thought. Even when making a Will, our online accounts will…
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CICA’s Role In Supporting Victims Of Terrorism – A Follow Up
ARTICLE BY DARYL SMITH Late last year, I put together an article on how the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) held a responsibility to compensate the survivors of terrorism when they had nowhere else to turn. The CICA are able to provide compensation to ease the process of moving on after such atrocities occur. To…
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Manual Handling – What You Need to Know
Work which involves lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling or carrying is regulated by The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (as amended).
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Self Care – Adult Colouring
There are some benefits to mental health when it comes to colouring in, such as relieving stress and anxiety. Read article for more information.
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The Increasing Popularity of Cosmetic Procedures Amongst Men
ARTICLE BY: LUCY PEATY Over recent years cosmetic procedures have become more and more popular amongst the general population. Whilst the majority of people choosing to change the way they look are women, men are now making up a bigger proportion of those undergoing non-surgical procedures. In 2017, the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons…
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