Nursing blogs
Doctor’s Burnout – Is our NHS on the Road to a New Crisis?
Here in the UK, it’s safe to say that there are a number of things we take for granted, too many to list in fact. Out of the many, many things taken for granted, however, the NHS (National Health Service) has to be up there towards the top. The NHS is a wonderful concept…
Read MoreNursing shortages and declining patient safety – What can be done?
Even before the entire country was plunged into a global pandemic, the NHS in this country was dangerously close to reaching crisis point. With budget cuts, talks of privatization, staff shortages, a lack of funding, poor pay, poor working conditions, unsafe working environments, and very little empathy or compassion from their peers, nurses were…
Read MoreThe State of Mental Wellbeing on the Frontline – Striking the right balance
Over 50% of A&E nurses are found to put work demands before their own mental health, a new study reveals. The old-fashioned attitude that nursing is a vocation has outdated itself. Yes, nursing is a unique role that requires care, compassion and dedication, but nurses are human too and increasing workloads will break the…
Read MoreWorld Mental Health Day 2021
Mental health has been defined as a state of well-being where people positively contribute to their communities, are relatively happy and can cope with whatever the world throws their way without stressing too much. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social wellness. However, everyone experiences a unique mental health status as everyone is…
Read MoreBullying – Know the Signs
Seeing anyone of any age being bullied is heart-wrenching, but when it’s your own child, it can leave you as a parent or guardian feeling helpless. There are things you can do to support a child who may be experiencing harassment or bullying. The first step is to know the tell-tale signs. Know…
Read MoreWhat’s happening in A&E?
Accident and Emergency (A&E) medicine is a challenging, fast-paced and rewarding specialty for any doctor considering this path in medicine. You’ll manage the full and varied spectrum of emergencies at any hour of the day or night. A&E is the hub of any NHS acute hospital. Open 24/7, 365 days a year, yes, it is…
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