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Life After Seafaring: Career Transition Advice
For many seafarers, life at sea is more than just a job—it’s a way of life. The unique experiences, the camaraderie of the crew, and the...
Sep 20, 2024


Tackling Hypertension – The Silent Killer
Dr Marcus Brauer, a General Practitioner from one of the UK Club’s PEME approved clinics in South Africa, provides valuable medical...
Sep 12, 2024


Healthy heart – healthy you
Keeping your heart healthy, whatever your age, is the most important thing you can do to help prevent and manage heart disease. Healthy...
Aug 2, 2024


Addressing Bullying Among Seafarers: Practical Tips and Creative Solutions
Bullying among seafarers is a serious issue that can severely impact the mental health and overall well-being of those involved. The...
Jul 27, 2024


Effective Communication Techniques and Adapting to Frequent Crew Rotations: Practical Tips for Seafarers
Life onboard a vessel can be both challenging and rewarding. One of the significant challenges seafarers face is the frequent rotation...
Jul 23, 2024


Excessive stress and panic attacks
Seafarers, who are often exposed to adverse working conditions with multiple stressors, are a population at acute risk of panic attacks....
Jul 3, 2024


What is Resiliency?
Resilience is about bouncing back from stressful situations and recovering quickly from difficulties. It is overcoming problems through...
Jun 28, 2024


Comprehensive Guide to Preparing for a Difficult Voyage
As a new seafarer embarking on a difficult trip, it's essential to be thoroughly prepared both mentally and physically. Understand the...
Jun 24, 2024


What does Psychological Safety mean?
Working at sea is a unique and rewarding profession, filled with adventure and camaraderie. However, it also comes with its own set of...
Jun 19, 2024


Understanding Adjustment Disorder Versus Triggered Disorders
A Guide for Seafarers Seafaring is a demanding and unique profession that requires immense adaptability and resilience. The extended...
Jun 14, 2024


`Improving Soft Skills as a Seafarer
As a seafarer, your job demands a high level of technical expertise and physical endurance. However, soft skills—often overlooked—are...
Jun 10, 2024


Team Dynamics Using Empathic Communication in Maritime Environments
The Importance of Empathy Onboard Hello, everyone. I’m Io Baltazi, a clinical psychologist, here to talk about something vital for our...
May 29, 2024


Top 20 Tips for New Seafarers
Entering the maritime industry is an exciting venture, filled with the promise of adventure, professional growth, and the opportunity to...
May 27, 2024


The Importance of Online Courses for Seafarers
The life of a seafarer is marked by long voyages, extended periods away from family and friends, and the unique challenges of working in...
May 24, 2024


Building Bridges in a Multicultural Crew
The maritime industry is a melting pot of cultures, with seafarers hailing from various parts of the world. This cultural diversity...
May 20, 2024


Crew Health Advice: Hernias
What is a hernia? A hernia occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall....
May 7, 2024


Crew Health Advice: Preventing and reducing malaria transmission
Recently, UK Club Members reported cases of death and two cases of serious illness (three months in hospital each) due to malaria. These...
May 1, 2024


Understanding and preventing sepsis in your crew
Although a precise estimate of the global sepsis cases is difficult to ascertain, some scientific publications report that it affects...
Apr 29, 2024


Online Mental Health Support
The isolation experienced while being miles away from home, the relentless demands of shipboard duties, and the minimal social...
Apr 25, 2024


Mastering the Art of Conflict Resolution Part 2
This is a follow up blog post that is designed to help you further resolve any conflicts that you encounter with your colleagues at sea...
Apr 19, 2024


Identifying Mental Health Disorders Onboard
Recognizing and Managing Mental Health Disorders Among Seafarers Mental health disorders can affect anyone, including those working in...
Apr 17, 2024


Loneliness Onboard
Loneliness is a complex emotion that signifies a gap between desired and actual social connections. It's not merely about being...
Apr 15, 2024


My Mental Health After Witnessing Injury Onboard
Handling and managing emotions following a witnessed injury onboard a vessel is crucial not only for the individual’s mental health but...
Apr 14, 2024