Wool in Medicine: From the Dark Ages to Modern Clinical Science
Online Lecture: ‘Wound Man: Three Early Modern Afterlives of a Medieval Surgical Image’ with …
Author: Roy Summerhayes
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The Mastery of the Blackberry
Patience, young grasshopper“Master Po to Kwai Chang CaineKung Fu, 1970 The last couple of months the thought has occurred to me that perhaps a name-change is in order. Methinks instead of Thistledown Farm a more apt moniker would be Tough Love Farm
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How to Apply for a Federal Disability Tax Credit (DTC).
The Federal Disability Tax Credit can provide financial relief for seniors whose physical or mental health significantly affects daily living. Approval may reduce taxes, generate refunds for previous years, and unlock other benefits. Eligibility depends on the impact of your condition, not simply the diagnosis. It is important to apply whether you pay income tax or…
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First‑Aid Protocol: Preventing an Ulcer at the First Sign
(For heels, feet, coccyx, sacrum – early redness, warmth, shiny skin, or irritation)
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Wool for First Aid & Protective Solutions
You can use loose wool for first aid and protection to reduce rubbing and eliminate pressure points. Place a small tuft of loose wool: Merino Wool Strands Between Toes A 12” merino strand prevents: Wool Insoles for Synthetic‑Surface Damage Synthetic insoles trap heat and moisture, causing sores under the foot. A wool insole: Wider Shoes…
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Footwear‑Related Skin Breakdown: First Aid & Prevention for Medical Staff
Footwear Problems That Lead to Skin Breakdown Shoes That Chafe Chafing occurs when shoes rub repeatedly against the skin, usually at the heel, ankle, or top of the foot. Common causes: stiff materials, synthetic linings, poor fit, or new shoes not yet broken in. Chafing can quickly progress to blisters, cuts, and pressure injuries. Shoes…
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Shocking news of Island Deaf & Hard of Hearing closure
When I received this notification a few days ago from the Island Deaf and the Hard of Hearing Association I was instantly surprised, saddened and angry. How can this be happening? And why?
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Sheep’s Wool: An Old‑World Solution Poised to Transform Modern Healthcare
For more than a century, sheep’s wool quietly served as one of the most effective, accessible, and humane tools in medical care.
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No Prescription Needed: B.C. Allows Over-The-Counter Sale of Hearing Aids
Adults with mild to moderate hearing loss can now buy over-the-counter hearing aids without a prescription, the B.C. government said in a statement. B.C. becomes the first province in Canada to allow such sales after approval by Health Canada.
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Keeping Victoria’s Seniors Connected One Conversation at a Time with Seniors Tech Support
A few years ago, I visited my grandmother after not seeing her for a long time. My mom had given her an iPad so she could stay connected with family through technology, but when I arrived, the device was sitting untouched on a table in her living room.
