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FIRST AID: THE LIFE SAVING SKILL EVERY ONE SHOULD KNOW

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INTRODUCTION : Emergencies and accidents are an inevitable part of life. Whether it's a minor cut, a sudden illness or a serious accident, time between the incident and professional medical help can be critical. First aid is the initial assistance or treatment given to some one who is injured or suddenly taken ill before professional medical services can be accessed. This preliminary help can mean the difference between life and death, rapid or prolonged recovery and temporary or permanent disability. In this essay, we will explore the definition, importance, principles, basic procedures, common scenarios and the global need for wide spread first aid knowledge.   WHAT IS FIRST AID? : Definition and Scope: First aid refers to the immediate care provided to an injured or ill person until full medical treatment becomes available. This care may range from cleaning a wound and applying a bandage to performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or managing choking. It aims to preserve ...

EDUCATIONAL REFORMS WHICH ARE LONG OVERDUE

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INTRODUCTION : The educational sector is in dire need of reforms. The slow pace of reforms, inadequate funding and poor infrastructure are some of the main problems plaguing the sector. There is a need for better teacher training, more use of technology in class rooms and more focus on research and development. The government also needs to provide adequate funding to the sector. These are the educational reforms which are long overdue. While there have been many positive changes, the overall system still leaves a lot to be desired. A number of educational reforms are long overdue and need to be implemented without delay. Some of the most pressing issues which need to be addressed include poor quality of teaching, shortage of teachers, inflexibility of the curriculum and the lack of access to quality education for all. The need for educational reforms has been felt for a long time but it has only been in recent years that the government has started to take some concrete steps in thi...

SOLUTIONS TO THE GLOBAL ENERGY CRISIS WE ARE FACING TODAY

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INTRODUCTION : An energy crisis is currently affecting the entire world. The demand for energy is increasing at an alarming rate, while the supply of energy is diminishing. This has led to a rise in the price of energy, which has had a negative impact on the economy. The energy crisis is a global problem that needs to be addressed urgently. The governments of all countries must come together and find a solution to this problem. There are a number of measures that can be taken to solve the energy crisis. These include reducing the demand for energy, increasing the supply of energy and using alternative sources of energy. Read on to find out more about the solutions to the global energy crisis we are facing today. The demand for energy is increasing at a rapid pace, while the supply of traditional energy sources is dwindling. This has led to a sharp increase in energy prices and a decrease in the availability of energy. The energy crisis is a global problem that needs to be solved ur...

HOW TO ACHIEVE TRUE GENDER EQUALITY IN THE WORK PLACE

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INTRODUCTION : The gender equality conversation has been happening for decades but it seems that we are no closer to achieving true equality in the work place. There are a number of factors that contribute to this inequality including the fact that women are more likely to take on care giving roles, both at home and at work. In order to achieve true gender equality in the work place, organizations need to make some changes. They need to provide support for working mothers, ensure that women have access to the same opportunities as men and create a culture of inclusion and respect. Making these changes will help to close the gender equality gap and create a more fair and just work place for everyone. The work place is one of the most important arenas in which to achieve gender equality. After all, it is where most adults spend a large portion of their time and where they earn their livelihood.   There has been considerable progress made towards gender equality in the work place ...

ADVERSE IMPACTS OF ILLITERACY ON THE SOCIETY AND THEIR REMEDIES

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INTRODUCTION : Illiteracy is a curse on the society. It has a number of adverse impacts on the individuals as well as the society as a whole. Illiteracy leads to ignorance and superstition. It gives rise to poverty and crime. It is a major hindrance in the way of socio-economic development of the country. This blog provides an in -depth analysis of the adverse impacts of illiteracy on the society. It explores the various ways in which illiteracy affects the individuals and the society. It also looks at the possible solutions to this problem. Illiteracy is a serious problem that has many adverse impacts on the society. It limits people's ability to participate fully in social and economic life. According to UNESCO, over 757 million adults remain illiterate. That is 1 in 5 adults world wide. The majority of them are women. In addition, 115 million children are out of school. Illiteracy has serious consequences on people's health, livelihood and well being. It also has a negat...

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES FOR WATER SCARCITY ACROSS THE GLOBE

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INTRODUCTION: Water scarcity is a major issue facing the world today. With the global population continuing to grow and with climate change causing more frequent and severe droughts, the demand for water is only going to increase. Water scarcity is a major global problem that is going to get worse in the coming years. With the population continuing to increase, the demand for water is outstripping the supply. This is leading to water shortages in many areas as well as a decline in the quality of water available. The problem of water scarcity is exacerbated by the effects of climate change. As the climate warms, Earth’s water cycle is becoming more erratic. This means that there are more extreme weather events such as droughts and floods. These events can lead to even more water shortages. It is important to take precautionary measures to ensure that we have enough water to meet our needs. This includes things like water conservation, water efficiency and water storage. In this arti...

GLOBAL WARMING DEMANDS ATTENTION OF THE WHOLE WORLD

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INTRODUCTION : Currently, global temperatures are the highest they’ve been in recorded history. Earth is going through a rapid, man made warming trend, meaning that we are on the brink of an environmental disaster. Global warming is the long term rise of the Earth’s average surface temperature. CO2 emissions from human activity are the main driver of global warming. Burning fossil fuels like natural gas, oil and coal releases heat trapping gases in to the atmosphere. These gases form a “blanket” around Earth that traps energy from the sun. Earth's atmosphere becomes warm as a result of this trapped energy, which also affects the planet's temperature. It is not just the Earth’s temperature that we must worry about in the near future. Climate change caused by global warming has the potential to cause various types of disasters including hurricanes, famine, drought and displacement of species. Climate change has the potential to cause all sorts of other risks as well. Despite al...