Today is World Thrombosis Day, a global awareness campaign led by the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH), recognized annually on October 13 to bring awareness to conditions caused by thrombosis, commonly known as a blood clot(s), that are responsible for one in four deaths worldwide. Ahead of its 10th anniversary in 2023, the World Thrombosis Day campaign, with the tagline “Eyes Open to Thrombosis,” is dedicated to spreading awareness of the signs, symptoms and risk factors of blood clots with the help of more than 3,000 partner organizations who organizing upwards of 10,000 awareness activities worldwide Blood clots…
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North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College (NWSLC) has been recognised with a Silver award for promoting employment policies that support member of the armed forces, veterans, and their families. The college first signed the Armed Forces Covenant three years ago formalising its status as a forces-friendly employer when it pledged to guarantee an interview to all service leaver applicants. Initially NWSLC gained a Bronze award as part of the Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) following its pledge to support employment for reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses and their partners. The ERS recognises the commitment and support of UK employers…
New research from American Express reveals British shoppers are increasingly seeking better value for money, quality, and convenience during the current economic climate, offering retailers new opportunities to engage customers and drive loyalty. According to the survey of 2,000 UK consumers, over three quarters (77%) of Britons are increasingly focused on value for money, with 71% saying they proactively look for sale items when shopping. It’s also clear that customers are looking for more support from businesses on price, with almost seven in 10 (68%) believing that retailers could do more to help counter rising prices. The research also points to signs…
Ultrahuman, the world’s most advanced metabolic fitness platform, has today announced the creation of a medical & sports science advisory board which will be led by globally renowned medical and med-tech experts. This announcement comes as Ultrahuman starts clinical trials of its continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) health platform with non-diabetics and pre-diabetics. A world renowned line up of medical and sports science professionals have joined the Medical and Sports Science Advisory board of Ultrahuman, a leading metabolic fitness platform that uses various biomarkers to help people make better lifestyle decisions. Medical and med-tech experts joining Ultrahuman include Dr. Philip Ovadia…
A Yorkshire-based wealth management expert says it’s still possible for businesses to maintain growth despite rising inflation. With UK inflation rising at its fastest rate in 40 years and analysts saying the situation is likely to get worse before it improves, Matt Hammond, Chief Executive of Yorkshire-based Navigation Wealth Management, says that while it’s probably the last thing any business needs after coming through the covid pandemic, it’s vital to face up to the realities of the situation. “Companies are facing all sorts of issues, from increasing supply-chain costs to demands from staff for higher wages, so it’s really important…
After the Bank of England announced it would spend up to £65 billion to save pension funds last week, economic historian Dr George Maher warns the UK should have followed the example of the Romans’ pensions system and steered clear of risky liability-driven investment strategies… “The move over the past decade for pension funds to adopt liability-driven investment (LDI) strategies to help match liabilities with their assets was a short-sighted risk which we should have known would plunge our economy into crisis. “Prominent business leaders such as Next chief executive Simon Wolfson have warned the strategies were a time bomb.…
KYND renowned tech trailblazers in the cyber risk management field have been feautured in a roundup of companies who are said to be shaping the future of the financial services industry. This is the first ever global round up of its kind. KYND Limited, a leading provider of next-generation cyber risk management solutions, today announced it has been named on the first annual ESGFinTech100 list. This inaugural initiative, organised by specialist research firm FinTech Global, highlights the world’s most innovative ESG solution providers that effectively address the challenges and opportunities in the areas of banking, investment, insurance, and trading. As the…
If you are considering selling your property because you’re moving to another city or want to know how much your house is worth, you may get a free property valuation in Bracknell. Online valuations only offer a broad estimate, but they can serve as a good benchmark and estimate of the value of your home. Additionally, it’s quick, simple, and handy, so we advise getting an online valuation before scheduling a face-to-face one. How are online property valuations determined? You might question how a website can make property values so rapidly, and the answer is that it draws on a…
Buying a home is one of the most significant investments you will make in your life, and when the time comes to list it on the market, you will want to make a profit. Often, this entails determining how to increase the value of your home. The rate at which your home’s value rises is affected by various considerations, including the community in which you live, local housing demand, and the overall economy. However, homeowners can add value to their home over time by making additions and adjustments that increase its aesthetic and make it worth a higher selling price.…
Victor Olerskiy served as Head of the Federal Agency for Maritime and River Transport for the Russian Government from 2016 to 2018. He was also Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation, affording him unique insights into the transport industry. This article will explore the Arctic route and its potential to revolutionise the global shipping industry. The melting of sea ice in the Arctic Circle presents huge ecological challenges that could impact the entire world. However, at the same time, transport experts submit that geographical changes could potentially present opportunities too, chief among them development of the Arctic route.…
