The Do’s And Don’ts Of Helping Someone With Alcohol Poisoning
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, offers essential advice on what to do—and what to avoid—in cases of alcohol poisoning. The holiday season and year-round celebrations can sometimes lead to excess alcohol consumption, increasing the risk of alcohol poisoning—a severe and potentially...
Travel Health Kit Tips: Keeping Your Child Safe And Well On Holiday
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, offers essential travel health kit tips to help families keep children safe and healthy for a worry-free holiday experience. “Family holidays are enjoyable, yet travelling with children demands additional planning to prioritise their safety and well-being,” says...
Snake Bite Myths Debunked: What Works In A Medical Emergency
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores snakebite myths and what works in a medical emergency for a snakebite. Snakebites may be rare, but they’re severe and quick; accurate actions can make all the difference. Unfortunately, several myths about snakebite treatment cause...
Managing Holiday Visitors: Keeping Your Baby Safe Around Family And Friends
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores how to keep your baby safe around family and friends this December. With the holiday season comes the excitement of family gatherings, visits from friends, and festive cheer. However, if you have a new baby...
Coping With Holiday Loneliness: Mental Health Tips For Seniors
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores how to support seniors during the holiday season. While holidays are generally happy, they can also bring loneliness and isolation. This period can heighten feelings of loss, sadness, and nostalgia, particularly for those who live alone...
How Antivirals Minimise The Risk Of Severe Viral Infections
When a virus invades your body, it can unexpectedly impact your health and well-being. However, antiviral medications are designed to stop the spread of viruses and help your body recover without complications from these infections. Read on to learn how antiviral treatments work and how...
How Antibiotics Work: Uncovering The Use, Risks And Side Effects
Did you know that before the discovery and development of antibiotics, people lived in a world where a simple throat scratch was fatal? Nowadays, this lifesaving medication protects you from infections that can lead to life-threatening illnesses if left untreated. Read on to find out...
Hydration Hacks: Why Drinking Water is Key to Wellness
Staying hydrated might sound simple, but it’s easy to overlook the importance of drinking water in a world with many options like coffee and sugary drinks. However, when your body starts to feel the effects of a lack of hydration, it can take its toll...
How Stress Affects Your Oral Health
“We know stress impacts mental well-being, but did you know research by the National Institutes of Health also suggests stress can affect your oral health?” said Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. Here’s how stress can affect your mouth, teeth, and gums and how to...
Encouraging Good Sleep Habits For Children During The Holidays
During the holidays, it’s easy for your child’s sleep routine to get a little out of sync. “School-aged children typically need around nine to 12 hours of sleep each night, according to the ...