BBC Food • 28th March 2025

How autism can affect your relationship with food

Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of eating around others or finding the smell and texture of common foods disgusting are common experiences for autistic people. It’s easy to see, then, how this neurodivergence can have a powerful influence on diet.It’s estimated that one in 100 people in the UK are autistic – although the number may be much higher, potentially double this figure. And of the children on the autistic spectrum, 70% have distinctive eating behaviours, like accepting very few foods...

28th September 2023

The Importance of Annual Medical Fridge Servicing

Getting your medical fridge serviced annually is an important part of making sure it’s working well and keeping vaccines and medicines at the right temperature.


Vaccines need to be stored between 2°C and 8°C to prevent them from degrading and becoming less effective. They also need to be protected from light because prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light can cause them to lose their potency. What's more, ineffective vaccines need to be disposed of which wastes money.


Storing your vaccin

Boots • 18th July 2023

Chickenpox in adults - Boots

Get answers to your questions about chickenpox in adults, including high risk groups like pregnant women. We cover everything from how to treat your symptoms to who can get the chickenpox vaccination & the link to shingles


Chickenpox is a common viral infection that causes an itchy red rash which turns to blisters then scabs.


Most people get chickenpox when they’re children because the virus spreads easily when you’re in close contact with an infected person.


It normally clears by it

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Equal Eats • 16th April 2023

A mum’s tips for travelling abroad with food allergies

I love travelling. So when I became a mum I looked forward to going abroad with my daughter.

Then when she was eight months old we found out she has a peanut allergy. I couldn’t envisage myself feeling confident enough to take her abroad. But there were more immediate worries to focus on, like finding a nursery I could trust to look after her while I worked. So, for a while, I simply parked the idea of travelling abroad.

But I knew that I never want my daughter to feel restricted by her allerg

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Boots • 8th November 2022

What is cellulitis?

Learn more about the skin infection that causes redness, swelling & pain


Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that’s commonly found in the legs and feet, although it can develop in other parts of the body. Recognised by swelling, heat and pain, it’s important to seek early treatment to prevent complications.


Cellulitis occurs when bacteria enters the inner layers of the skin due to an injury, a cut, a bite, or cracked skin. It makes the skin appear swollen and feel painful and hot. Yo

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Boots • 8th November 2022

How to get rid of nits & head lice – Boots

Find out what to do if you or your child has head lice & what treatments are available


If you’ve recently found out that you, your child or somebody in your family has head lice or you’re worried you may have caught them, you might be feeling unsure about how to treat them.


We’ve pulled together this guide to help you tackle head lice and understand some of the most common misconceptions.


What are head lice/nits & how do you get them?


Head lice are tiny parasitic insects (up to 3

Boots • 3rd November 2022

HIV – your questions answered

Help take care of your health by learning the facts & raising your awareness of HIV


From symptoms and transmission to treatment and prevention, we’ve answered the most common questions about HIV and AIDS.


HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that damages the cells in your immune system and weakens your ability to fight everyday infections and disease.


Whilst there’s currently no cure, there are very effective treatments that enable most people with the virus to live a long a

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Boots • 3rd November 2022

HIV – your questions answered

Help take care of your health by learning the facts & raising your awareness of HIV


From symptoms and transmission to treatment and prevention, we’ve answered the most common questions about HIV and AIDS.


HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that damages the cells in your immune system and weakens your ability to fight everyday infections and disease.


Whilst there’s currently no cure, there are very effective treatments that enable most people with the virus to live a long a

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Boots • 2nd November 2022

What are the differences between eczema and psoriasis? - Boots

Distinguishing between eczema and psoriasis can be tricky so we’re here to help you understand the difference between these two skin conditions



Eczema and psoriasis are both dry skin conditions, but there are a few differences that may help you distinguish between them.


Both conditions can be lifelong and you may get flare ups that come and go. Although neither condition is contagious, they can be severe enough to impact your quality of life and emotional wellbeing.


So if you suspe

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Boots • 2nd November 2022

Frequently asked questions about cold sores – Boots

Find out how to treat cold sores, what causes them, how to avoid passing them on & more


If you’ve been greeted with a cold sore, we know they can be irritating, uncomfortable and painful.


Whether you want to relieve pain, soothe the symptoms, find a treatment, or you’re concerned about your cold sore, read on because we’ve answered some of the most frequently asked questions.


A cold sore is a pus-filled blister that typically appears on the lower lip or around the mouth, but they can

Allergy Companions • 6th June 2022

An allergy friendly curry recipe

When my daughter was diagnosed with her peanut allergy, one of the things that was immediately obvious was that we’d have to change our approach to eating out.

As I did my research, I found out that certain cuisines are more likely to contain peanuts.

My daughter’s first allergy specialist was Indian, and told us that peanut oil is commonly used in Indian cooking and is often referred to as “groundnut oil”.

Since curry is my partner’s favourite type of food and I love it too, I decided to try

The Allergy Mums Club • 3rd March 2022

A Parent's Guide to Adrenaline Auto-Injectors •

The Allergy Mums Club is all about allergy parents learning from each other’s experiences. Here Rebecca Bull from Allergies In a Nutshell shares the key things she has learned since her 3 year old daughter was first prescribed an adrenaline auto-injector (AAI) for a severe peanut allergy.

Of course, a parent’s view cannot replace professional medical advice. But, there are so many practical tips that are picked up from day to day experience. These are best learned from someone who has lived it.

Radleys • 14th May 2019

Running a sustainable lab. Consider the environmental impact of actions

The one day of the year when more than a billion people celebrate our planet, and encourage others to consider the environmental impact of their actions. This year, the focus is on creating better climate and environmental literacy to empower everyone with the knowledge to inspire action to protect the environment.

By making small changes, each of us has the power to make our homes, communities and work environment more sustainable. This is especially achievable in our science labs, where water

Radleys • 14th May 2019

Tackling resistance to antibiotic - kills estimated 700,000

When the parents of two-year old Braxe found out that his recurring ear infection was caused by the life-threatening superbug MRSA, they were understandably shaken by the news.

Luckily, when doctors took a chance on a new drug, he was cured but not everyone faced with antibiotic resistance is as fortunate.

Antibiotic resistance kills an estimated 700,000 people each year and has fuelled the re-emergence of illnesses that had become a rarity in many parts of the world. Now we are in the midst o

Radleys • 30th April 2019

Developing universal vaccines of the future

Bill Gates recently announced that he has teamed up with Larry Page, the co-founder of Google, to provide funding for the development of a universal flu vaccine.

Efforts are already being made to develop a universal vaccine that protects against all strains of flu but Bill Gates has challenged scientists to go one step further. He has asked them to develop a vaccine that will protect against current and emerging strains for three to five years.

He did this as we mark 100 years since the deadli

SmallBizDaily • 8th September 2017

Uncovering the Best Content Ideas for Your Business

If you’re creating a lot of content, you may find you run out of inspiration, or start to wonder if your ideas are good enough. This is perfectly natural in the world of content marketing, and if you ever feel like this, here’s how you can push past it.

You can’t always predict whether a piece of content will do well, but there are certain aspects that can help it to succeed. Decide if a content idea is worth pursuing by asking yourself the following questions.

One of the best ways to win an a