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‘Fertility has a huge emotional impact on people’s lives’
Specialist nurse Francesca takes us behind the scenes of fertility nursing, where COVID-19 is having an impact on women’s mental health, vaccine hesitancy and her ability to physically comfort her patients.
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Maternal mental health matters
Hannah talks about her role in charge of a mother and baby unit in Devon supporting women experiencing severe postnatal depression
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Get the lowdown on feeding tubes
Enteral nutrition technician Ilva says it’s helpful for all nursing staff to have an understanding of feeding tubes
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Mouth care at the end of life: what you need to know
It’s an essential and caring component of holistic care, says Carolyn Doyle, RCN professional lead for end of life care
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A seat at the table
The RCN’s professional nursing forums can have a real-world impact on health policy via influential panels and committees. Cancer and Breast Care Forum chair Nikki tells us how
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Endometriosis explained
It takes patients eight years on average to get an endometriosis diagnosis. Nurse practitioner Deb tells us about her specialist role and how nursing staff could help spot the condition earlier
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Breaking free from HCV
Award-winning charge nurse Kirsty is helping reduce cases of hepatitis C in prison
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Making surgery successful
With efforts to clear COVID-related surgery waiting lists underway, the role of nursing staff before, during and after operations is more important than ever
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Allies for women's health
Fertility nurse Francesca and midwife Angela pooled their specialist knowledge to create RCN guidance to improve patient transition between their services
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Genomics: become a DNA detective
How this growing area of research can help you find answers to provide more tailored care