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…
Find out more
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…
Find out more
Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Symptoms and how to stay safe
May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing knowledge about skin cancer, encouraging preventative measures, and highlighting the importance of early detection. Most skin cancer cases are caused by sun exposure and studies show that 86% of cases could have been prevented. Skin Cancer Awareness Month aims to educate people on…
Find out more
Silicosis: Concerns raised for migrant workers in stonemasonry industry
Concerns have been raised for the safety of migrant workers who work in the stonemasonry industry after figures show that some are being exposed to toxic materials without protection. The warning comes as Kevin Bampton, the chief executive of the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), said there were fears over workers being exposed to toxic silica dust when…
Find out more
Infected Blood Scandal: Inquiry into ‘biggest NHS treatment disaster in history’ to publish findings
A public inquiry into the infected blood scandal is due to publish its findings, after being dubbed the ‘biggest treatment disaster in NHS history’. HIV and hepatitis C-infected blood was given to more than 30,000 people in blood transfusions and contaminated blood products for more than two decades. The scandal affected two groups of vulnerable people, who needed blood…
Find out more
Company fined £200k after electrical explosion left worker with serious burns
A company has been fined more than £200,000 after an electrical explosion caused a worker to suffer serious burns, a broken arm and fractured ribs. The incident occurred at Copper Hill industrial estate in Lincolnshire in July 2021 when a worker was tasked with moving heavy-duty electrical wires, with a metal crowbar on an…
Find out more
Woman dies from work-related illness caused by picking flowers and vegetables
A woman died from a work-related illness caused by picking daffodils and cabbages, an inquest has heard. Rosa Perestrelo, 52, of Reawla Lane, Hayle, was exposed to breathing in irritants in her work picking vegetables and flowers, a respiratory consultant said. At the inquest, Dr Benjamin Soar told the Truro inquest that Ms. Perestrelo…
Find out more
Road Traffic Accidents: Sharing the Road with Cyclists
As the weather warms up, cyclists get back on their bikes and enjoy the sunshine. Drivers can become hot-headed with cyclists ‘slowing them down’ or ‘blocking the road’, but in reality, both are welcome to be there. Mis-information and miseducation can also add fuel to the fire, and leave drivers questioning a cyclist’s actions.…
Find out more
Breaking the Silence: Maternal Mental Health Month 2024
Motherhood and pregnancy are often portrayed as an exciting time of joy, love and fulfilment. However, the reality for many mothers is far more complex. Every woman faces their own challenges when it comes to pregnancy, and behind the smiles, excitement and warmth, can lie a myriad of struggles and emotions. Mixed with a…
Find out more
