Mesothelioma: Fresh hope for people with asbestos-related cancer as clinical trial launched
People with asbestos-related cancers could be offered new hope after the launch of a clinical trial which aims to cure the disease. Sponsored by RS Oncology, the MITOPE trial could lead to a new treatment for mesothelioma – a cancer which is usually caused after inhaling asbestos fibres and can take more than 40…
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A guide to NHS birthing injury claims
If you are a new mum and you or your child has suffered from injuries at an NHS hospital during labour, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Although birthing injuries can be a natural part of having a baby, if it was avoidable, it may have occurred as a result of negligence. Birthing…
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Woman left with disfigured mouth after dentist’s accident with bleach
A woman has been left with a permanently disfigured mouth after a dentist accidentally filled her mouth with bleach during a routine appointment. Mum-of-two Claire Shorrock’s entire face ballooned up after a supposedly straightforward root canal treatment and she was rushed to hospital in “significant distress”. After investigations, it was found that the dentist…
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Stress at work and fit notes explained
In recent months, we have witnessed a surge in media coverage surrounding the issue of fit notes (more commonly known as sick notes) by GPs for stress-related conditions. According to data from the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the statistics show that 1.8 million workers reported…
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Boy, 5, hospitalised after suspected XL Bully attack
A young boy has been hospitalised after being bitten by a dog suspected to be an XL Bully. The incident occurred on Brazil Street in Hull at around 11:45 am on Tuesday, May 28. Police responded to reports of a five-year-old boy being bitten by a dog. The boy suffered head injuries in the…
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Automated Vehicles Act: Self-driving cars could be on British Roads by 2026 as new law introduced
Self-driving vehicles could be on British roads by 2026 after the government’s Automated Vehicles (AV) Act became law last week. Announced in the King’s Speech last year, the AV Act will enable advanced technology to safely drive vehicles on British roads, as long as they stick to several guidelines. The AV Act…
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Company fined after workers exposed to excessive amounts of wood dust
The health of workers at a wood waste recycling centre was put in danger after being excessively exposed to dust, the Health and Safety Executive has found. Breathing in or inhaling wood dust can cause illnesses such as asthma and nasal cancer, however, with the correct protections in place, this is often preventable. Dust…
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A Guide to Vibration Injury Claims
If you have suffered harm due to a vibration injury at work, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Vibration injuries are caused by regularly using vibrating tools such as chainsaws, jackhammers and pneumatic drills without the correct protections in place. Figures show that almost two million people are at risk of vibration injuries, while…
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5 top conditions skin cancer can be mistaken for
Skin cancer cases are on the rise in the UK, and that means that people should be educated more than ever on the signs and symptoms of this disease. Skin cancer is thought to be caused by unprotected exposure to the sun, but in most cases, it is curable with an early diagnosis and…
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