What to say to patients and the public about why nurses are going on strike in the NHS
Tips on how to reassure patients and debunk myths about cushy pensions and starting pay
07 Dec 2022
Expert advice
Money-saving tips, cards and apps to cut your Christmas costs
The discounts on offer for food, fuel and treats ahead of the festive season
06 Dec 2022
What nurses’ strikes will mean for those who didn’t vote for them
How action will work and how those providing life-preserving care can cross picket lines
29 Nov 2022
Can a cuppa help prevent dehydration – or is there such a thing as too much tea?
There is some confusion over whether it improves patient hydration and has health benefits
15 Nov 2022
Language tests for overseas nurses: how are the rules changing?
What the NMC’s new requirements will mean for internationally-trained staff
08 Nov 2022
Help with the cost of living: the discounts available to nurses and students
From food shopping to eating out, find out what’s on offer and if you’re eligible
01 Nov 2022
Winter ready: infection prevention and control measures to take now
Getting flu and COVID-19 vaccinations are top of the list of actions you can take
27 Oct 2022
NHS pensions: how the October 2022 changes will affect your income and retirement
Will the next stage of the pensions overhaul leave an ill-timed dent in your pay packet?
20 Oct 2022
Falls prevention in older people with impaired vision: guidance and practical advice
How to assess hazards in homes and care settings, and the importance of a holistic approach
11 Oct 2022
Industrial action ballot: how it works and what you need to know
Our guide explains the rules on the poll and its potential impact on pay
10 Oct 2022
Menopause at work: what if employers were required to make reasonable adjustments?
The workplace changes that could help nurses cope with debilitating symptoms
20 Sep 2022
What happens when someone makes a complaint about you: a step-by step guide for nurses
Take some of the stress out of the process by finding out what to expect at every stage
13 Sep 2022
Flu vaccine: who is included in this year’s programme and how it will work
The UK Health Security Agency has issued fresh guidance for the coming 2022-23 flu season
06 Sep 2022
Acting up: find out if you should be getting more money
What you need to know if you are taking on work that is not part of your normal role
09 Aug 2022
DNACPR notices: the patient’s role in decision-making and when consent is needed
The discussions required for valid notices, and how patients and their families are involved
02 Aug 2022
Hypertension: what non-specialist nurses need to know about high blood pressure
Symptoms to look out for, risk factors and treatment options
26 Jul 2022
Medical records: am I allowed to look at my own notes at work?
What the law says about accessing your records, plus your rights of access
19 Jul 2022
Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool: how to use it in practice
Steps to identify malnutrition issues among patients and develop a care plan
12 Jul 2022