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Feature for HIL Magazine
Feature for HIL Magazine
How Reusable Caps are Helping Towards the NHS Net Zero Goal
The NHS is responsible for around 5% of carbon emissions in the UK, and in Scotland. An important step on this mission has been the introduction and user-testing of reusable theatre caps in some hospitals, which have become a more common option for healthcare staff.
The use of single-use products is just one of the elements of the NHS that is significantly contributing to the carbon footprint of the healthcare industry – with an estimate of 100,000,000 single-use caps reported ending up in land...
The use of single-use products is just one of the elements of the NHS that is significantly contributing to the carbon footprint of the healthcare industry – with an estimate of 100,000,000 single-use caps reported ending up in land...
Social Media SurgeOn App Created to Improve Patient Care in UK
The patient care global app has already seen over 17,000 physicians signed up in the US, and it is now available for the NHS.
Described as “Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube all rolled into one”, the digital community will allow doctors worldwide to share skills, ask questions and learn from each other like never before.
The founders, who are surgeons themselves, Dr Jeremy Heffner, Dr Mark Soliman and Dr Mario Lebya, believe this fills a crucial gap in the medical industry.
Dr Mark Soliman said:...
Described as “Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube all rolled into one”, the digital community will allow doctors worldwide to share skills, ask questions and learn from each other like never before.
The founders, who are surgeons themselves, Dr Jeremy Heffner, Dr Mark Soliman and Dr Mario Lebya, believe this fills a crucial gap in the medical industry.
Dr Mark Soliman said:...
Retention in education: how schools can retain top talent
With high levels of stress and increased attrition across the education sector, a focus on retention is more important than ever…
Turnover is a tough topic for schools across the UK. At times like this, it’s essential that your school or trust does what it can to hold onto your best talent.
By boosting retention, you can cut costs associated with frequent hiring, uplift the working environment, and stand out as an employer of choice.
So, let’s explore what you can do to boost retention and reap...
Turnover is a tough topic for schools across the UK. At times like this, it’s essential that your school or trust does what it can to hold onto your best talent.
By boosting retention, you can cut costs associated with frequent hiring, uplift the working environment, and stand out as an employer of choice.
So, let’s explore what you can do to boost retention and reap...
The Power of Influencers: How to Tackle Extremist Views in School
Plant-based Reusable Hospital Caps Introduced for NHS Scotland
The Golden Jubilee University National Hospital in Scotland have become the first to trial reusable plant-based theatre caps following a collaborative design project between themselves, The University of Strathclyde and Heriot-Watt University – as part of the net zero mission for NHS Scotland.
The theatre cap research project is part of the bigger picture in Scotland’s sustainable healthcare plans, and specifically a part of the Design HOPES eco health project.
Design HOPES was recently awarde...
The theatre cap research project is part of the bigger picture in Scotland’s sustainable healthcare plans, and specifically a part of the Design HOPES eco health project.
Design HOPES was recently awarde...
“You Don’t Think It’s Paranoid If I Wanna Change The Locks, Do You?” - The Woman In The Window (Film Review) - FILMHOUNDS Magazine
Disney princess-esque Amy Adams branches out once again in this psychological thriller, based on the 2018 New York Times best-seller of the same name. Many may be familiar with Adams' early career in films such as Enchanted (2007), where the audience was encouraged to see her as light-hearted, comedic and fun Giselle, rather than one to take on serious or darker roles. However, over the last decade, she has continuously broken the type-casting barriers – to mention a few: Sci-fi Arrival (2016),...
How Technology Can Transform Social Housing: Interview with Vericon Systems
Vericon is a manufacturer of IoT devices. Their range of solutions span across various applications, including boiler management and emergency light testing, as well as temperature & humidity monitoring and power consumption solutions. At the core of Vericon’s mission lies a deep commitment to helping housing providers cut costs while simultaneously enhancing efficiency, maintaining regulatory compliance, and delivering an improved overall service to tenants.
One of the big concerns is the curre...
One of the big concerns is the curre...
ADHD & Autism Diagnosis Service Launched to Tackle Wait Times
With a mission to improve access to high quality mental health diagnoses, and address growing wait times for critical mental health support.
Average NHS wait times for autism and ADHD assessments reach one to two years across the country.
Healthcare in Mind is providing a necessary and much needed alternative for families and individuals seeking answers and support.
The service is now live and allows patients to access remote or in-person appointments instantly.
A wide range of services will...
Average NHS wait times for autism and ADHD assessments reach one to two years across the country.
Healthcare in Mind is providing a necessary and much needed alternative for families and individuals seeking answers and support.
The service is now live and allows patients to access remote or in-person appointments instantly.
A wide range of services will...
"Brighton was perfect for a story like Justine" - Director Jamie Patterson On His New Film 'Justine' (The FH Interview) - FILMHOUNDS Magazine
Justine is coming to Curzon Home Cinema on March 5, promising to bring a realistic, and gritty drama to our screens, whilst exploring the heart-breaking storyline of a young addict. Justine struggles with addiction in all aspects of her life, but the underlying hopeful theme of love constantly tries to break down her barriers.
Brighton-born indie director Jamie Patterson, known for Tucked (2018) and Fractured (2016), sat down with me over Zoom to discuss the ins and outs of his new release.
So,...
Brighton-born indie director Jamie Patterson, known for Tucked (2018) and Fractured (2016), sat down with me over Zoom to discuss the ins and outs of his new release.
So,...
Mental Health Awareness: Fight stigmas around mental health in your school
5 Reasons to Work With an Education Executive Search Firm for Leadership Recruitment - M/LK Search
An Education Executive Search Firm is not just your typical recruitment agency – it is an experienced team of specialist talent consultants who work with you to achieve your hiring objectives for long-term effectiveness!
Want to know more?
This blog will cover the reasons to utilise the expertise of an executive search firm, including:
Through our advanced search and selection techniques, we have access to vast talent pools of incredible middle-senior leaders and educational professionals t...
Want to know more?
This blog will cover the reasons to utilise the expertise of an executive search firm, including:
Through our advanced search and selection techniques, we have access to vast talent pools of incredible middle-senior leaders and educational professionals t...
Could 'Frozen II' Win Best Original Song? - Oscars 2020
This article was written exclusively for The Film Magazine by Sophie Cook of Sophie Beatrice’s blog.
Is it finally time to let “Let It Go”, go? The soundtrack of Frozen II (2019) certainly puts forward a solid case for doing so.
With the same songwriters from the first smash hit, Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (each two-time Oscar winners – 2014; 2018), this film was destined to have a great collection of songs. However, few could have expected the sequel to produce such catchy, emotive...
Is it finally time to let “Let It Go”, go? The soundtrack of Frozen II (2019) certainly puts forward a solid case for doing so.
With the same songwriters from the first smash hit, Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (each two-time Oscar winners – 2014; 2018), this film was destined to have a great collection of songs. However, few could have expected the sequel to produce such catchy, emotive...
Baz Luhrmann's Iconic Postmodern Trilogy: An Exploration
As Jay Gatsby says… “Can’t repeat the past? Well of course you can!”
This iconic quote from The Great Gatsby reflects Baz Luhrmann’s postmodern style as a filmmaker. Luhrmann is an Australian director renowned for his quirky adaptations, musicals, and his inventive and eccentric auteurship. His most famous, and most postmodernist films, are arguably: William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet (1996), Moulin Rouge (2001) and The Great Gatsby (2013). These films nicely form a postmodern romantic-tragedy...
This iconic quote from The Great Gatsby reflects Baz Luhrmann’s postmodern style as a filmmaker. Luhrmann is an Australian director renowned for his quirky adaptations, musicals, and his inventive and eccentric auteurship. His most famous, and most postmodernist films, are arguably: William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet (1996), Moulin Rouge (2001) and The Great Gatsby (2013). These films nicely form a postmodern romantic-tragedy...
Stockport Gin considering expansion as business couple struggle with work-life balance - The Northern Quota
Stockport Gin owners Paul and Cheryl Sharrocks have serious expansion plans in mind as they struggle to keep up with their growing business.
The couple started their home-run business this year and have already sold more than 3,000 bottles.
Cheryl explained how Stockport Gin came about: “So, we both worked full time in other jobs, Paul worked for an architect and I had a little hairdressing business.
“We’ve always loved gin anyway but it was like a bit of a hobby and we’d go to gin bars and try...
The couple started their home-run business this year and have already sold more than 3,000 bottles.
Cheryl explained how Stockport Gin came about: “So, we both worked full time in other jobs, Paul worked for an architect and I had a little hairdressing business.
“We’ve always loved gin anyway but it was like a bit of a hobby and we’d go to gin bars and try...