The wrong way to remove ear wax
It would be so much easier if we could just lift the top of the head and use a bottle brush! Unfortunately with ears it’s not that easy - one needs a microscope and light and a good level of experience to know what you are looking at and how to approach the job.
Even Anne, our ear nurse practitioner, without thinking, scratched her ear some years back, which resulted in full-on outer ear infection - nasty, painful and unnecessary!
These are all the wrong ways to clear your ears:
Keys, pens, screwdriver etc - dirty and sharp
Cotton bud - this will result in the wax being pushed deep in the canal and/or onto the Tympanic membrane (ear drum). They often break-off and remain lodged in the ear.
Finger or finger nail - bacteria can enter a break in the skin – infection can easily occur.
Water syringing - pressure in the canal can cause irritation and pain. Wax can be forced onto the ear drum, it’s a messy and time consuming process. But most of all, if you have every suffered an ear drum perforation (a whole in the ear drum) or have scarring on the ear drum from repetitive ear infections pressure in this area is definitely is no advised as the membrane is likely to be compromised already!
Micro suction is the safe way to remove wax from your ears, enquire today.
Landmarks talk
Just a note for people to get an update regarding Knowledge Bank
Landmarks History Talk
When: Tuesday 8 October 2024 at 5.30pm
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library
Our October speakers are Cynthia Bowers, Chairperson, and Linda Bainbridge, Manager, of Knowledge Bank Hawke's Bay.
Title: Knowledge Bank Hawke's Bay: Looking to the Future
The Knowledge Bank has been through a period of disruption and change and our speakers will share the strategies and plans that are place to ensure the future of this valuable local institution.
These talks are open to the public and all are welcome. Entry by gold coin donation please.
Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).
Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.
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65.9% Yes
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31.4% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?
Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.
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27.3% I love it!
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31.3% Only in designated areas
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41.3% No, it should be outdoors only.
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