Health and Safety

Health and Safety

Whether you’re studying or travelling abroad, feeling safe and confident in a new environment is essential. This guide covers everything you need to know to protect your health and wellbeing while living or visiting the UK. Learn why it’s important to bring your medication and whether you need insurance. Find out how to handle accidents and get the most out of a visit to the doctor with key tips. Stay active without spending a penny and discover practical ways to manage stress and overcome loneliness. Understand the role of local police, and get smart advice on keeping your belongings secure. Plus, stay informed on how to keep yourself safe after dark, especially when alcohol or drugs are involved, and learn how to enjoy nights out while staying protected. With these tools and insights, you’ll be ready to embrace your new adventure with confidence and peace of mind.

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Health and Safety
  • Bringing Your Medication From Abroad

    If you regularly take medication and need to take it to your new host country - it is VITAL you know the rules! Additionally, if you want to find out how to access certain medicine when you are studying abroad, then this is the right film for you!

  • Do I Need Insurance?

    In this video, you'll discover why insurance is crucial, even if it doesn't seem like a priority at first. You'll learn how having insurance can prevent you from facing significant expenses if things go wrong unexpectedly and understand that insurance is a choice that you need to consider careful...

  • What To Do If You've Had An Accident

    Where to find help if you've had an accident and what healthcare professional to contact if you've had a minor injury or something more serious.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - Which healthcare professional to contact in case of an accident, from small to large

  • 10 Things To Know When Visiting A Doctor

    Find out how to make the most of your visit to the GP with this simple advice.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - the best way to book an appointment
    - what to do when you get there
    - what to do afterwards

  • Stay Fit For Free

    Staying fit and healthy is great for our bodies and our minds. Discover easy ways to exercise for free!

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - Ways to exercise that don't cost anything

  • How I Deal With Stress

    A group of students recount the methods they use to cope with study pressure.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - How other people cope when they feel stressed at university
    - Ways that might help you deal with your own stress

  • Ways To Stop Feeling Lonely

    Moving to university is a big step and it's common to feel lonely sometimes. Students share their experiences and how they deal with it.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - That loneliness affects most people at some point
    - Ways to that could help you feel better
    - When to reach...

  • The Role Of The Police

    Find out how the police services across the UK help their communities.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - The role of the police in the UK
    - That they are independent of government and army

  • Keeping Your Belongings Safe

    Reduce your risk of street theft with these simple steps to keep laptops, phones and bikes safe.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - Ways to prevent personal belongings being a target for theft while out of the house

  • Staying Safe After Dark

    Getting home after dark is something to think about as a student in the UK - and our super helpful guide is full of tips to help you stay safe after sunset.

  • Staying Safe Around Alcohol

    Dr Ben Watson gives tips for staying safe around alcohol and details of where to find help if you need it.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - Basic details about the UK alcohol law
    - Why people drink alcohol
    - What makes alcohol dangerous

  • Staying Safe Around Drugs

    Illicit drugs are illegal in the UK. Dr Ben Watson explains why they are dangerous and how to stay safe if you encounter them.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - Basic details of the UK drug law
    - Why illicit drugs are dangerous
    - Where to find help

  • How to Stay Safe On A Night Out

    Heading out for the night? These nine simple tips will help ensure you and your friends have a great time and get home safely.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - A few of the best ways to stay safe when out at night