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Blogs



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  • Stephanie O'Donohue Stephanie O'Donohue 10 Jun 2025

    TIGER UK: Reflections on the first six months

    After a traumatic gynae procedure, I founded TIGER UK to unite patients, professionals & researchers for safer, kinder care. We host monthly discussions, share insights, and drive change. Join us to help make positive gynae experiences the norm.

  • Lisa Gower Lisa Gower 5 Jun 2025

    RCN Congress 2025

    This Blog discusses RCN Congress 2025 and describes some of the key debates and educational events. 

  • Michelle Raddings Michelle Raddings 5 Jun 2025

    Discovering pathways: The specialised world of Community Sexual Health Nursing

    Sexual health nursing is far more than testing for and treating sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

  • Lynsey Russell, RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year 2024 Lynsey Russell Lynsey Russell 4 Jun 2025

    Reflecting on my year as RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year

    When I heard my name announced as Scotland’s Nurse of the Year, I was stunned. It felt surreal – a wave of disbelief, pride and overwhelming emotion all at once.

  • Stephanie Pryor Stephanie Pryor 4 Jun 2025

    The role of social media in fertility nursing

    Social media has become a double-edged tool in the world of fertility nursing. As a Fertility Midwife and Clinical Lead at Juniper, I’ve seen first-hand how platforms like Instagram and TikTok have reshaped the landscape of fertility support, advocacy and misinformation.

  • Emma Weir Emma Weir 2 Jun 2025

    Person-centred care of older people with diabetes

    Older people with diabetes face complex physical, emotional and social challenges. Person-centred, holistic care delivered by skilled nurses and allied healthcare professionals is key to improving health outcomes and quality of life through individually tailored support and shared decision-making.

  • Sarah Seeley Sarah Seeley 2 Jun 2025

    Returning to my roots with RCN President Bejoy Sebastian

    Sarah Seeley, RCN Eastern lead nurse for independent health and social care, talks about her life-long passion championing nursing in social care and her visit to the nursing home where she started her career.

  • Rebekah Hill Rebekah Hill 30 May 2025

    Self care for Gastroenterology Nursing

    This Blog discusses nursing shortages in gastroenterology nursing and initiatives that show promise in relation to positive impact on staff retention.

  • Paul Morris Paul Morris 28 May 2025

    Working with you

    New RCN Regional Director of the Eastern and East Midlands regions, Paul Morris, talks about RCN Congress and the challenges facing nursing.

  • Michelle Raddings Michelle Raddings 28 May 2025

    Unlocking the benefits of student nursing placements in diverse environments

    Michelle Raddings, our Lead Nurse for Independent Health and Social Care in Yorkshire & Humber, recaps a panel discussion at this year's RCN Congress in Liverpool.

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