Health in Winter – Seasonal Affective Disorder
You’ve probably heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or heard joking references to people feeling like they want to go into hibernation at the onset of winter, but SAD is actually more common than you may have realised, and can be much more serious than just a case of the ‘winter blues’. The NHS estimates that […]
Read MoreHealth in Winter – Colds, Flu and Norovirus
In the winter it often seems like everyone is catching one thing or another, and short of hibernating at home, chances are you’re going to be exposed to plenty of germs. So what can you do to lessen the likelihood of you falling ill? Well, as always, a healthy diet and regular exercise are near […]
Read MoreReflecting on Stress Awareness Day
Yesterday was UK Stress Awareness Day, and amidst the discussions some recent figures provide sobering reading: 5 million days are taken off work due to stress, costing employers £460m in lost wages A third of employees feel they wouldn’t be able to speak openly to their manager about stress Only 22% of workers felt that […]
Read MoreReflecting on Stress Awareness Day
Yesterday was UK Stress Awareness Day, and amidst the discussions some recent figures provide sobering reading: 5 million days are taken off work due to stress, costing employers £460m in lost wages A third of employees feel they wouldn’t be able to speak openly to their manager about stress Only 22% of workers felt that […]
Read More730 Days
It’s not a long time but the past 730 days have been significant for the Amalgamate team as that’s the length of time we’ve been in business. As we quietly celebrate our second successful year we wanted to reflect on the challenges we’ve faced and overcome, the people we’ve met, and those close friends and […]
Read MoreChanges to First Aid Regulations
“Without the requirement for HSE to approve training providers, it is particularly important that businesses pay close attention to the guidance on how to select a reputable and highly competent trainer” On the 1st of October amendments will be applied to the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations which will mean that the Health and […]
Read MoreThe law, sentencing and managerial attitudes
Health and Safety legislation, and in particular the Corporate Manslaughter legislation that was introduced in October 2007, has recently been the topic of much discussion in both the Health & Safety and business communities. Recently published reviews on the performance of the legislation by a range of legal experts highlight prosecution rates, and the influence […]
Read MoreHotel Safety Tips for Women Travelling Alone
While most travel safety tips apply equally to men and women, the fact is that women are more vulnerable to certain types of crimes while on the road. Following these safety tips could help to ensure your well-being whilst travelling. Booking and checking in Choose your hotel wisely: where possible use national hotel chains with […]
Read MoreSafer Travelling for Women
All too often there are news headlines that remind us about the dangers that can face female travellers. Whilst of course women should not have to change their behaviour because of the actions of a criminal minority, if you wish to take extra precautions whilst travelling, we would like to share some tips. Statistically, the […]
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