It is crucial for nurses to educate patients on the cardiovascular benefits of exercise
Seeta Bhardwa presents the exclusive findings of Independent Nurse's revalidation survey
New tests to help guide treatment for people with Crohn’s disease require further research before they can be recommended for routine use in the NHS, according to NICE.
A self care project for older people with long-term conditions has halved their hospital admissions
Nurse practitioners are reporting an increase in the number of claims and complaints says the Medical Defence Union (MDU)
Practice nurses and GPs shoud have better training to be able to tackle the low levels of physical health screenings taken up by people with mental health conditions says the Mental Health Taskforce.
Careful procedures must be in place to protect both patient and nurse
Text messages can improve blood pressure control and adherence with antihypertensives compared to usual care
GPs are currently debating whether their responsibilities under the current GP contract should include home visits for patients who are living in care homes writes Crystal Oldman
There is a growing epidemic of type 2 diabetes in the UK, writes Beverley Bostock-Cox
Ensuring that diabetic feet do not produce complications is essential, write Melissa Blow and Annie Clothier
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) is consulting member’s on their view of the nursing associate role.
Health secretary Jeremy Hunt has finally decided to use his ‘nuclear option’ on the junior doctors’ dispute and impose a contract, writes Mike Shallcross
The Scottish government has pledged to invest £3million into recruiting 500 more advanced nurse practitioners.
Patients in Manchester can now book GP appointments seven days a week due to an innovative service launched in the city.
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