Personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand sanitisers are two absolute essentials in clinical care. But when they expire, you must dispose of them safely and legally. The support of a dedicated waste management service could provide confidence in your...
Stepping into a workplace might seem like a straightforward experience, but have you ever considered the role that floor mats play in shaping your first impression? Commercial floor mats are more than just decorative accessories; they are essential contributors...
Healthcare waste in the dental practice is helpfully segmented into colour coded waste streams, which is meant to make the identification of the correct waste stream for various products an easy task. Yet there can often be a sense...
Do you know how to dispose of contaminated dental equipment? This could include an old amalgamator or a dental pump that has sat dormant in your practice’s storage. Maybe you have some forgotten collector cups and filters, tucked away...
Research suggests that healthcare workers suffer from over two million needlestick injuries per year, with the prevalence of injuries being highest among dentists.1 As such, it’s important for professionals to keep on top of sharps safety as well as...
Around one in every five people in the UK has an allergy.1 This could be a seasonal allergy, like hay fever, or a food allergy; peanuts are one of the more common food allergies that come to mind. It’s...
For many of us, Christmas time brings festive cheer, great food, and gifts, but also an extensive amount of waste. Whilst we’re looking to build a greener world, it’s easy to get caught up in the season and turn...
A dental practice needs to follow strict rules and guidelines around the storage and waste of various products and materials. Gypsum is no different. It is a key tool when producing three-dimensional models for treatment planning in orthodontic, restorative...
World Toilet Day is observed annually on the 19th of November and this year it focuses on accelerating change. Many of us in the Western world may take our toilet and washroom facilities for granted, but a whopping 3.5...
Despite being a normal bodily function, periods are often treated as something you should be embarrassed about. The stigma around periods can reduce the opportunity for those who menstruate to develop a healthy relationship with menstruation. Myths and Misconceptions...