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Students: how to make positive changes at uni and on placement
Going into nursing was not a decision Patrina took lightly, but now her efforts to educate others about learning disabilities and commitment to patients has been recognised with an RCN award
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Community nursing: ‘They come in as a patient and leave a friend’
From empathy and team work to taking bloods, Melaine Stronge talks through her role as a senior health care assistant working with patients with life-limiting illnesses
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Sign, speech and symbols: using Makaton in nursing
Discovering Makaton as a nursing student inspired Claire to harness the power of social media to help make health care more accessible for all
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‘Why are we still talking about racism and inequality?’
Former RCN President Cecilia Akrisie Anim CBE reflects on the continued lack of equal recognition for internationally educated and Black nursing staff and the progress that still needs to be made
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First time at Congress? Prepare for a memorable week
It doesn’t matter if you’ve never been – or even heard of – RCN Congress before, you'll get so much out of your first visit, says Sunil
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Going from student to nurse: ‘Know you can do this’
Lucy reflects on the challenges she’s overcome during her transition from student to newly registered nurse, and how a bit of self-belief goes a long way
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Making mental health care a priority for prisoners
Simon reflects on his experience giving evidence to a government committee on mental health care in prisons
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Making your RCN branch meeting a success
Mike Smith, Chair of the RCN Outer South West London Branch, shares some inspiration for increasing member engagement at branch level
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FGM: 'It’s a hidden abuse’
Learning about female genital mutilation as a nursing student gave Grace the drive to campaign for mandatory training
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Video: Recovery through sport
Dorian and Kevin run an innovative outreach programme helping people overcome mental health problems through sport. Watch as they explain its physical and psychological benefits.
