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How to Become a Medical Supplies Distributor
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2 August 2023

How to Become a Medical Supplies Distributor

In 2021, the UK medical equipment market share had an estimated value of £6.35 billion. The UK has Europe's third largest medical equipment market after Germany and France. Distribution of medical supplies can be a lucrative business, especially when you consider perks like dropshipping and white-label products. Where fewer resources need to be invested in building a brand reputation and making a profit in an industry that will never be out of demand, distribution is an enticing option for entrepreneurs everywhere.

Posted in: General Medical
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Types of Airway Management Devices2
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16 June 2023

Types of Airway Management Devices

We cover the essentials of an airway management equipment list and help you understand the most common types of airway management devices in use today to enhance patient care.

Posted in: General Hospital Medical
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Removing Surgical Tape: All Your Questions Answered
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27 October 2022

Removing Surgical Tape: All Your Questions Answered

Avoid pain, patient distress, unwanted hair removal, and sticky residue with these trusted surgical tape removal methods.

Posted in: General Tapes & Strapping Medical
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Vaccination centre disposables
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25 August 2022

Vaccination Centre Disposables

This post aims to provide a checklist of all the essential items and medical provisions you need to stock your practice or vaccination centre with, to help you to expand your capacity and provide as many safe vaccinations as possible.

Posted in: General Infection Control Coronavirus Medical
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How do Infrared Thermometers Work?
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16 August 2022

How do Infrared Thermometers Work?

To people who haven’t seen them before, infrared thermometers might look like something straight out of an episode of Dr Who. It’s no wonder some people are hesitant about the safety of using an IR thermometer. But infrared thermometers are far more hygienic than oral, axillary and rectal thermometers, and tend to be more accurate too, provided you use a CE Certified unit.

We’ll go through how infrared thermometers work in this article.

Posted in: General First Aid Infection Control Medical Diagnostics
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How to Use a Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
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16 August 2022

How to Use a Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer

Non-contact thermometers have become an essential component of an infection control plan for many businesses. But lack of knowledge about how to use an infrared thermometer with a laser pointer correctly could mean you’re recording temperatures wrong, making your efforts futile.

Follow this guide, or show it to your staff, for how to use a non-contact forehead thermometer correctly.

Posted in: General First Aid Infection Control Hospital Medical Diagnostics
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What is a Pulse Oximeter?
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12 August 2022

What is a Pulse Oximeter?

This year, researchers at the University of Washington at Seattle found that of hospitalised patients with Covid-19, those with low blood oxygen saturations were 1.8 to 4.0 times more likely to die in hospital. This led many people to purchase pulse oximeters for use at home to check their blood oxygen saturation. 

A pulse oximeter is a non-invasive device that can be used to measure the saturation of oxygen in the blood. They are easy to use and can be used by anyone, even people who aren’t medically trained.

In this article, we’ll cover how a pulse oximeter works and what they are used for.

Posted in: General First Aid Hospital Medical Diagnostics
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How to Use a Pulse Oximeter
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12 August 2022

How to Use a Pulse Oximeter

Some people are more at risk of their blood oxygen saturation decreasing if they find it difficult to intake enough oxygen through breathing. Using a pulse oximeter helps you or your carer keep an eye on your bloody oxygen saturation.

Using a pulse oximeter is easy and anyone can do it. In this article, we’ll cover how to use a pulse oximeter, how to keep a pulse oximeter readings chart, and when you should seek medical advice.

Posted in: General First Aid Hospital Medical Diagnostics
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The Digital Pulse Oximeter: Uses
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12 August 2022

The Digital Pulse Oximeter: Uses

Digital pulse oximeters are used in a wide range of healthcare settings to monitor blood oxygen (SpO2) levels for even the slightest of changes that could indicate a warning sign that the patient needs medical attention.

In this article, we’ll cover some of the most common uses of a pulse oximeter.

Posted in: General First Aid Hospital Medical Diagnostics
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Nonin Pulse Oximeter: Troubleshooting Problems with Your Nonin 2500 PalmSAT
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12 August 2022

Nonin Pulse Oximeter: Troubleshooting Problems with Your Nonin 2500 PalmSAT

If your Nonin 2500 PalmSAT Pulse Oximeter doesn’t seem to be working properly you can’t be sure it is taking accurate readings. This could result in dangerously low blood oxygen saturation going undetected and wasted time when you should be seeking medical attention. 

Before calling customer service to have your device repaired, check if the problem can be resolved using this chart.

Posted in: General Hospital Medical Diagnostics
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