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Gynaecological cancers
Increase your knowledge of the common signs and symptoms associated with gynaecological cancer, understand the risk factors, and respond to any red flags. This resource also looks at the role of the Gynaeoncology Clinical Nurse Specialist.
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Pregnancy and disability
Expand your knowledge about how to care for women and their families during pregnancy, childbirth and postnatally, where the woman has a defined disability. Find out how best to support women to have a positive and fulfilling childbirth experience.
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Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome
Increase your understanding of the serious complication some women may suffer as a result of stimulation of the ovaries during In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), known as Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome. Here we look at the risk factors, treatment and prevention
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Increase your knowledge of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) by learning more about the causes, symptoms and treatment of the condition, which can affect periods and fertility, as well as having long-term health consequences.
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Premenstrual Syndrome and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Boost your knowledge about the symptoms and impact of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), which are a collection of physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms affecting girls and women who menstruate.
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Urogynaecology
Explore the topic of urogynaecology, which is a sub speciality of gynaecology, and provides assessment, investigations and treatment for women with urinary incontinence, vaginal prolapse, recurrent urinary tract infections and more.
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Women’s health equity, diversity and inclusion
Increase your understanding around the latest facts, research and advice on equality, diversity and inclusion in women’s health. Read more about health inequalities, inclusive language and intersectionality.
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RCN student members meet Deputy CNO to help shape professional strategy
Student nurses made their voices heard on the issues affecting students and newly registered nurses, including financial pressures and the challenge of balancing placement hours
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Reading’s private nursing service, 1873 to 1940
In keeping with other voluntary hospitals in the late nineteenth century the Royal Berkshire Hospital (RBH), Reading, introduced a private nursing service. At the time, these were a popular employment option for many nurses. This blog uses the archival records of the RBH to explore the scheme.
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‘All signs are pointing to a corridor care disaster this winter and ministers must now take urgent steps to keep patients safe’, warns Royal College of Nursing
RCN General Secretary and Chief Executive Professor Nicola Ranger said:. "All signs are pointing to a corridor care disaster this winter and ministers must now take urgent steps to keep patients safe."
