Sunflower lanyard scheme
What is a Sunflower Lanyard? Sunflower lanyards can be worn by individuals with hidden disabilities as a way of discreetly letting others know they might…
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Optimum Medical events – Summer/Autumn 2019
It’s been a busy few months for Optimum Medical with our summer 2019 events. Our team have been here, there and everywhere – working hard…
Supporting catheter patients through hospital discharge
Catheter support after hospital discharge Optimum Medical understands the importance of joined-up care between acute and community services and the impact this can have on…
Supporting fluid intake in elderly patients
Dehydration in the elderly Fluid intake in the elderly is important, and particularly in these warmer, summer months. According to the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF),…
Stress in nursing
Nurses, are you too stressed? Managing stress is an important skill to learn, particularly when working in high-pressure roles. Stress in nursing can be a…
How are Optimum Medical supporting healthcare professionals?
Supporting healthcare professionals The team at Optimum Medical are always supporting healthcare professionals. Whether this is ensuring they have access to the best continence products,…
Catheterisation product training & support
In the ever-changing healthcare industry, we understand clinicians are always learning. Whether it’s completing best practice training to keep clinical skills up-to-date, or having an…
Catheter valve or leg bag – which one to use?
Catheter drainage choices The choice of whether to use a catheter leg bag or valve is an important decision for every catheter user, as both…
Caring for someone with incontinence and dementia
Caring for someone with incontinence and dementia Supporting patients with dementia can be incredibly rewarding. However, it’s not without its challenges. The prevalence of dementia…
