Traditionally, safeguarding within the social care sector has focused primarily on the risks present within the home or family environment. However, as our understanding of child exploitation has deepened, it has become evident that for many young people, the most significant threats exist in the "extra-familial" context. Contextual safeguarding is an approach that recognizes that as children...

The transition from a raw audio recording of a corporate meeting to a polished, professional set of minutes is a journey that requires more than just fast fingers. In the modern business environment, the sheer volume of digital communication means that secretaries, administrative assistants, and transcriptionists are often overwhelmed by hours of dialogue that must be condensed into actionable...

Ensuring that surgical instruments are free from residual proteins is a critical step in preventing infections and maintaining patient safety. Lumen-containing instruments, such as cannulas, suction devices, and endoscopes, are particularly challenging because their narrow channels can trap protein residues even after standard cleaning. The introduction of 2025-standardized swab kits provides...