Abrasive wear can erode a surface until it is significantly weakened and no longer operates effectively. This can be countered with abrasion resistance, a property you can optimise in various ways to try to improve performance. [...]
Bordered by the ceremonial counties of Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south, the Cathedral City of Bristol is built around the River Avon and can be found in the West of England. With a local population of around 500,000 inhabitants condensed into an area of approximately 42 [...]
Mental health is now more recognised than ever before, but who is most susceptible to mental health conditions? Let’s take a look. Who suffers from mental health disorders? Anyone can suffer from mental health conditions, just as anyone can be struck with a physical condition. While we can take precautions [...]
In England and Wales, over five million people care for someone close to them without being paid. Many help with everyday tasks like making doctor’s appointments, sorting out medication, managing money or arranging care. This support is important, but it can be hard if the carer doesn’t have the legal [...]
Perhaps you are a foster carer already or are considering becoming one, or maybe you are a young person taking your first steps to independence. Either way, preparing to leave foster care can sometimes be overwhelming. It is a big step to take, and many people wonder exactly when a [...]
Probiotics and prebiotics are both important for gut health, but they work in different ways to support the digestive system and your overall health. If you know how they work, it can help you choose the right foods or supplements for your body. [...]
Ear pain can be uncomfortable, distracting and sometimes downright painful – but it’s not always clear what’s causing it. While some earaches are down to infections, others have nothing to do with the ear itself. [...]
Swimmer’s ear is a common infection of the outer ear canal, usually caused by excess moisture trapped inside. This condition often affects swimmers but can also develop after bathing, showering, or using earbuds. Symptoms include ear pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes discharge, making early prevention and treatment essential. [...]
Nickel is a silver-white, non-reactive, magnetic metal. It is a member of the iron-cobalt metal family and has average heat and electric conducting properties. It is used to make alloys in the aerospace, gas, and chemical industries, and in the production of medical instruments and equipment. It is also used [...]
A buildup of earwax can be a nuisance, hindering your hearing and just being generally unpleasant. We’re sure you don’t need reminding, but don’t touch those cotton buds in hopes of solving your problem, as you may find this worsening your condition. Fortunately, a new solution to earwax removal is [...]