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Nursing drives prosperity, if you invest in it
RCN Director of Policy Amber Jabbal outlines how investing in the nursing profession supports both the health and wealth of the nation - and why the Chancellor's budget this week must deliver this.
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Disability History Month content list
This month aims to celebrate disabled people's achievements and spotlight key disability rights issues. Our book display and list of online resources goes into many topics - from delivering accessible healthcare, to disabled nurses' experiences, to this year’s national theme, 'Disability, Life and Death'.
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RCN reports 116% rise in members facing racist abuse
Alarming data from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) shows calls for help from nurses facing racism in the workplace have more than doubled in the past three years.
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Celebrating National Learning Disability Nurses’ Day: Recognising this Vital Fielding of Nursing
On 1st November, we proudly celebrate National Learning Disability Nurses’ Day – a moment to shine a light on the incredible work of learning disability nurses across the UK.
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Cervical Screening and Cervical Cancer
This updated edition includes guidance for registered nurses working in a range of health care settings, in particular those involved in women’s health, cervical screening and public health. It focuses on an overview of HPV (including the current vaccination recommendations), the national cervical screening programme, information about colposcopy and some key facts on cervical cancer.
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'One stop shops' announced by Chancellor need a plan for the workforce, says Royal College of Nursing
Executive Director of RCN England, Patricia Marquis, said: "The very nurses crucial to these centres are likely to be those already working out in the community, including district nurses and health visitors, but their numbers have collapsed by thousands in the last decade or more."
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Have you had your flu vaccination yet?
The headlines about this being the worst winter on record are already prevalent. As we know, in the coming weeks and months, flu will become even more widespread.
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Glove awareness resources
Download posters, leaflets and social media visuals for Glove Awareness Week 2022.
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Budget 2025: nursing and NHS ‘just a footnote’ despite promises to protect health care
The chancellor offered no transformative funding for nursing, despite RCN calls for fair pay and workforce investment
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RCN Scotland welcomes change in rules on access to FFP3 masks
RCN Scotland has welcomed confirmation from the Scottish government that staff working in health and social care can now have access to FFP3 masks based on risk assessment and personal preferences.
