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Creative Ways to Keep Kids Active in the Summer
Discover fun and engaging activities to ensure your kids stay active and healthy during the summer months.
Medical Tracker Blog
Get tips and advice on using Medical Tracker to monitor medical needs of students and staff.
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Green Initiatives in Schools for Clean Air Day
Medical Tracker: June 20 2024
Discover how schools are implementing green initiatives to promote clean air on Clean Air Day.
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How to safely administer medication in schools 2024
Medical Tracker: June 17 2024
Whether it’s Calpol or long-term medication, it is essential school staff are confident with medical procedures in schools. This blog covers guidelines on medication policies, what to do when you’re on a school trip and administering medication in EYFS.
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4 ways schools can safeguard children
Medical Tracker: May 29 2024
It goes without saying that ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children within a school environment is absolutely paramount. After all, schools don’t only serve as centres of learning and education, they should also represent nurturing environments...
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Walk To School Week
Medical Tracker: May 20 2024
Discover the benefits of walking to school and join the movement during Walk To School Week!
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5 ways to promote health and safety in the classroom
Medical Tracker: April 26 2024
There are many ways to boost safety standards in schools. Using online first aid books is a great example. This technology makes it easier for you to monitor accidents, injuries and near misses across your school, allowing you to identify any dangers and...
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First aid: treating bumps, bruises and sprains
Medical Tracker: March 25 2024
Even the most safety-conscious school can’t eliminate the risk of students suffering bumps, bruises and sprain injuries. So, when these injuries occur, what is the best way to treat them?
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Student Well-being: Understanding the Challenges and Encouraging Resilience
Medical Tracker: March 22 2024
In the 21st century, children and students can have a lot to contend with. There’s the pressures of school, including performance demands and social worries, and the added burden that social media can bring. Comparisons with who’s wearing what and who’s...
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Which secondary school subjects present common hazards?
Medical Tracker: March 20 2024
In our recent article focusing on the hazards presented by certain primary school classes, we looked at the dangers schools need to be aware of when it comes to subjects such as science and PE. We also looked at the risks posed by breaks and lunchtimes.
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Which primary school classes present common hazards?
Medical Tracker: February 29 2024
As you will be well aware, if you work in a primary school, a lot of effort goes into making these educational environments safe for pupils. Thorough risk assessments are carried out and actions are taken to minimise potential dangers to children and...