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Storm Darragh: What weather warnings mean and their impact on mental health
This weekend, Storm Darragh has brought heavy rain and strong winds, with the Met Office issuing weather warnings in different colours: yellow, amber, and red. But what do these warnings actually mean? Let’s break it down. Understanding Weather Warnings The Met Office issues warnings to alert people to severe weather that might disrupt their daily lives. These warnings are colour-coded based on how likely the extreme weather is and how severe...
Mental health in the construction industry
The construction industry is often synonymous with toughness, resilience, and strength. It's a world where workers brave challenging conditions, both physical and environmental, to build the structures that shape our cities and communities. However, behind the steel...
Navigating the silent storm: Men and the weight of parental expectations
In the intricate tapestry of life, one common thread weaves through the experiences of many men: the pervasive pressure to meet the expectations of parents or other family members. While societal norms may dictate that men are stoic and impervious to emotional...
The impact of the September 11 Attacks: Physical and mental health illnesses
On September 11, 2001, the world witnessed one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in human history. Coordinated hijackings of commercial airplanes struck the World Trade Center towers in New York City and the Pentagon, while another plane crashed in Pennsylvania. The...