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Friends Against Scams – Scams: What’s the Problem?
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Importance of first aid when caring for the elderly
However older people are one of the most high-risk groups of our population when it comes to having accidents, especially in and around the home. This is when, for older adults, immediate help can sometimes make a lifesaving difference. There are several reasons that...
Stay Safe for Older People Annual Conference
What is Stay Safe? After the successful launch last year of Stay Safe for Older People we are delighted to announce that we will be holding the Stay Safe Annual Conference on Tuesday 1st October 2019 from 9:30am to 3pm (United Nations Day of the Older Person). Where...
It is World Sepsis Day – Stop Sepsis and Save Lives
Sep 9, 2019 To mark World Sepsis Day this article outlines exactly what sepsis is and how we can all do our bit to raise awareness of this preventable life-threatening illness, and ultimately save lives. When is World Sepsis Day? World Sepsis Day is held on September...
Hugh Pym Speaks to Stay Safe
It's nearly a year since last year's incredible Stay Safe for Older People Launch at the Royal Chelsea Hospital. Here's the lovely Hugh Pym who's supported our initiative throughout... This year's event is on Tuesday 1 October at the Royal Chelsea once...
Stay Safe Agenda for 2019
Could Alexa Save My Life? New Developments in Technology
Scientists have recently discovered that Amazon Echo, Alexa and even smartphones could soon be used to identify cardiac arrests in its owners. How? An AI-powered tool which could be installed on smart phones and speakers could detect irregular gasps of breath (agonal...
Prostate Cancer
Here are some facts about prostate cancer and some informative Prostate Cancer Awareness Videos to watch. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. In the UK: ◾ Over 47,000 men are diagnosed with it every year. ◾ 11,000 men die from it every year....
The Wiser Collective: join or take inspiration from this intergenerational community initiative in Wandsworth
The Wiser Collective: An intergenerational community community initiative in Wandsworth! Claire Redway and Sarah Laffey are two of the local residents behind The Wiser Collective. A community initiative which connects older people and their skills and experience with...
Brain Injuries: how to insure yourself and your family
You are more than 6 times more likely to be seriously disabled than die, following an injury or illness The article that follows is a personal story, illustrating how the unexpected can suddenly happen and turn everyone’s life upside down. Injuries and illnesses can...