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Cold weather brings real risks for older and vulnerable people, especially as heating costs rise and changes to the Winter Fuel Payment leave many families concerned. This guide explains how to keep loved ones safe and warm during winter, how to spot early signs of illness, and how to monitor their health at home using simple tools such as a thermometer and pulse oximeter. With practical advice on normal temperature, oxygen, and heart rate ranges, it’s designed to help families protect those most at risk.
Private ambulance services in the UK follow strict regulation to ensure safe, high-quality care. From CQC registration to clinical governance, safeguarding, medicines management, and vehicle standards, this article explains exactly how the industry is overseen — giving patients, commissioners, and organisations confidence in the services they choose.
Private ambulance companies that provide long-distance patient transfers play a crucial role in helping patients travel safely and comfortably across the UK and Europe. From hospital-to-hospital moves to specialist repatriation, these services offer tailored medical support, purpose-built vehicles, and compassionate crews who ensure every mile of the journey is handled with care. MET Medical delivers reliable long-distance transfers for patients who need clinical expertise and a smooth, stress-free experience.
When a loved one becomes unwell overseas, bringing them home safely requires careful planning and expert clinical care. In this story, MET Medical shares how our team successfully repatriated a patient from Spain to the UK by road and sea — a journey that demanded detailed risk assessment, advanced clinical oversight, and compassionate coordination. Discover how we ensure safety and comfort, even when travelling beyond hospital or helicopter range.
Skiing holidays are full of excitement — but an accident on the slopes can quickly lead to thousands in rescue and medical bills if you’re not properly insured. From mountain rescue and hospital treatment to repatriation by road or air ambulance, the costs can be staggering. This guide from MET Medical explains why you need comprehensive winter sports travel insurance, how pre-existing medical conditions and alcohol can affect your cover, and what to check before you travel to stay protected on and off the slopes.
Fireworks bring excitement and colour to our celebrations — but they also cause thousands of injuries every year. Whether you’re hosting a small garden display or organising a public event, safety must come first. This guide from MET Medical covers essential firework safety advice, legal requirements for event organisers, and first aid for burns — including why cooling immediately is the most important step and how even small burns can worsen if underestimated.
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