‘Lived experience tells us about what matters most to patients’
Emily John on how chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapies have transformed outcomes for people with advanced blood cancers. #nursing #cancer #rarediseases #RareDiseaseDay #nurses #health
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‘Working as a healthcare assistant solidified my desire to work as a nurse’
Student editor Esme Ray reflects upon her decision to apply for a registered nurse degree apprenticeship course.
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HPV vaccine provides ‘sustained protection’ against cervical cancer
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination shows no indication of waning in the protection it provides nearly 20 years after immunisation, according to Swedish researchers. #hpv #womenshealth
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‘Why the killing of ‘one of our own’ is important for all nurses’
Chris Hart reflects on the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti, and its political implications for nursing in the UK. #Alexpretti #nursing #nurses #america #global
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RCN calls for ‘urgent’ band 5 review for nurses working in Wales
Leaders of the Royal College of Nursing in Wales have issued a call for action on pay progression in the wake of moves to review of staff nurse roles in England and Scotland. #nursing #wales #nhs
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New wireless pacemaker given green light for NHS by NICE
Patients with an irregular heart rhythm can now be managed by a miniature wireless device implanted directly into the wall of their heart, according to guidance for the NHS in England and Wales. #nursing
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Patients with both diabetes and mental health problems lacking support
Poor coordination between specialist services is causing “life-changing harm” to people with diabetes and mental health problems, according to a new report. #diabetes #mentalhealth #health
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Pay levels in social care sector failing to reward staff experience
The gap in pay between brand new social care staff and those who have racked up five years or more of experience is tiny and getting worse, a report has revealed. #socialcare #workforce #pay
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Be part of life-changing medical research with a gift in your will
Medical Research Foundation is the independent charitable arm of the Medical Research Council. We believe in the power of science to solve the toughest health challenges. #research #will #legacy
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Obituary: Kristine Mary Pourgourides (1941–2026)
A survivor of wartime internment in China, Kristine Pourgourides went on to build a remarkable 50-year nursing career – exceptional in its breadth and imbued with the unmistakable Florence Nightingale touch.
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Giving nurses a sense of contribution and effectiveness at work
A sense of contribution allows nurses to experience meaning, effectiveness and purpose in their work, improving nurse wellbeing and the quality of care. #nurse #nurses #nursing #wellbeing #work
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Obituary: Clive Jackson (1965-2026)
Clive Jackson, who won the coveted Practice Supervisor of the Year category at the Student Nursing Times Awards in 2023, sadly died in January of this year after a sudden illness. #nursing #nurse #nurses
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RCN responds to concerns about ANPs being used for ‘doctor substitution’
The RCN has issued a statement on advanced nursing practice, in response to concerns over a survey run by the BMA on the risks of doctor substitution. #nursing #nurses #ANP #doctors #nurse
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Drama approach helping to prepare student nurses for dementia care
A university in West Yorkshire is aiming to enhance the expertise of future nurses when they care for patients with dementia through the use of applied drama techniques. #dementia #nurses #drama
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Questions raised over lack of focus on nursing in new GP contract
Nurse leaders have criticised an absence of recognition of the vital primary care role of the nursing profession in the new GP contract for England. #nursing #nurse #primarycare #generalpractice
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‘Self-understanding is the root from which all adaptive leadership grows’
Chrissla Davis on the importance of self-understanding and adaptive leadership in today’s complex healthcare environments. #nursing #leadership #nurses #healthcare #nurse #health
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Former nurses’ house site could be home again to NHS staff
A former nurses’ house on Skye has been sold by the NHS to a community-led project as part of efforts to create more affordable housing on the island. #nursing #nurses #skye #workforce #nhs #housing
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‘Why have we come to accept corridor care in hospital emergency departments?’
Ruth Oshikanlu asks when did did treatment in corridors become acceptable and is it time to ditch the term? #nurse #nurses #corridorcare #hospital #nhs #nursing #healthcare #emergency
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Nursing Times Awards 2025: Nurse Leader of the Year winner and shortlist
Find out more about the winner and shortlisted entries in the Nurse Leader of the Year category at the 2025 Nursing Times Awards. And make sure you enter the 2026 Nursing Times Awards!
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Survey suggests a third of graduate midwives ‘can’t find a job’
One in three newly qualified midwives “haven’t secured a job”, according to findings from a new survey of recent graduates. #midwifery #midwives #midwife #earlycareer #nhs #workforce #career #rcm
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First treatment for devastating skin condition backed by NICE for NHS
A cream that effectively treats the underlying cause of the skin condition vitiligo has been recommended for use by the NHS in England and Wales. #nursing #skin #dermatology #vitiligo #nhs
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Trust’s longest-serving acute assessment nurse opens new unit
A sister who is the longest-serving nurse in Royal Sussex County Hospital’s acute assessment service has officially opened its state-of-the-art new acute medical unit (AMU). #brighton #nursing #nurse
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Student Nursing Times Awards shortlist announced for 2026
The students, educators and organisations that have made the shortlist for the 16th Student Nursing Times Awards have been revealed. #education #students #SNTA #nursing #university #healthcare #awards
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Nurse strike in New York comes to an end after 41 days of action
A final group of nurses who had been on strike in New York for over a month voted at the weekend to accept a new deal that sees them return to work this week. #nurses #nursing #healthcare #newyork
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Fitness to drive advice for patients: everybody’s responsibility
A person’s fitness to drive may be impaired by acute and chronic conditions and health professionals should ensure patients are aware of the regulations. #nursing #driving #dvla #fitnesstodrive
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Essex nurse reflects on 50-year career for Mental Health Nurses’ Day
A nurse originally inspired by young patients he met on a football field is celebrating almost 51 years working in mental health care. #nurse #nursing #mentalhealth #careers #mentalhealthnurse
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‘To be a leader, you don’t have to hold a title’
Student edior Mushrag Kahin shares her tips and recommendations for studying as a mature nursing student. #leadership #education #students #university #nursing #nurses #nurse #healthcare #maturestudent
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Teenage cannabis use linked to serious mental health problems
Teenagers who use cannabis are at increased risk of developing serious mental health disorders, according to the authors of a US study. #cannabis #mentalhealth #nursing #nurses #healthcare #teenager
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‘A bolder, braver approach is needed to help tackle consent rates’
Anthony Clarkson argues that the NHS and society must take bold action on organ donation policy to close the consent gap and save lives. #organdonation #healthcare #nursing #nhs #nurses #health
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Future mental health nurse ‘shaped by her own care experiences’
A final-year mental health nursing student, who has been supported for 20 years by her local prosthetic service, says her own patient journey and lived experience will help in her future career.
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