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Upcoming nursing strikes
Unison members are going on strike this September - here's everything you need to know. Who is striking? Unite nurses are returning to...
Scarlette Isaac
Sep 8, 2023


Student nursing applications down across the UK
Acceptances onto nursing courses have declined by 11%, finds new UCAS data. We also saw a fall in the number of students applying for...
Scarlette Isaac
Sep 4, 2023


Agency workers no longer permitted to cover nurses on strike
Agency workers are no longer permitted to cover nurses on strike, the high court has ruled. The legislation came into force just last...
Scarlette Isaac
Aug 15, 2023


Scams to look out for when moving to the UK to pursue nursing
Moving to the UK to pursue a job in nursing is an exciting career move and comes with a wealth of perks and opportunities for growth....
Scarlette Isaac
Aug 8, 2023


Help us spread awareness for Sarcoma
Today, we wanted to talk about Sarcoma and help spread awareness for this often misunderstood type of cancer that impacts around 500...
Scarlette Isaac
Jul 28, 2023


Concerns rise as nursing applications drop
According to new UCAS data, Scotland has seen a 19% decline in nursing applications. The Royal College of Nursing have voiced their...
Scarlette Isaac
Jul 27, 2023


Practising sustainability as a nurse
In this blog, we share five helpful tips for reducing your carbon footprint as a nurse. Carry on reading to find out how you can do your...
Scarlette Isaac
Jul 25, 2023


Significant increase in the number of people using private healthcare
Recent data shows that there has been a significant increase in the number of individuals opting for private healthcare. A...
Scarlette Isaac
Jul 17, 2023


15-year NHS plan set out by government
The NHS will undergo a series of changes over the coming 15 years, ministers have revealed. From training nurses and doctors on the job,...
Scarlette Isaac
Jul 12, 2023


Nursing strikes have come to a halt after latest ballot results
Nurses in the UK have indirectly voted against taking further industrial action in ongoing pay NHS dispute. Despite the majority...
Scarlette Isaac
Jul 5, 2023


Wellbeing Week: prioritising self-care as a nurse
Here at MCM Medical, we’re celebrating World Wellbeing Week! Carry on reading for our team’s top tips on prioritising self-care as a...
Scarlette Isaac
Jun 26, 2023


Rainbow-washing: why it's a problem and how to avoid it this pride month
Seen a lot of rainbows recently? That’s probably because it’s Pride Month! While it’s great to see so many businesses getting involved...
Scarlette Isaac
Jun 21, 2023


Navigating the transition from student to professional nurse
You’ve just completed your nursing degree - congratulations! But now your first day in practice is rapidly approaching and you’re not...
Scarlette Isaac
Jun 15, 2023


Is there a nursing retention crisis?
New data nods to a nursing retention crisis, with almost 27,000 leaving the register last year alone. The Nursing and Midwifery Council...
Scarlette Isaac
Jun 13, 2023


What is 'corridor care' and why is it a problem?
You may have noticed the term ‘corridor care’ cropping up in the news lately - but what does it actually mean and why is it a problem for...
Scarlette Isaac
Jun 7, 2023


Mental health service users at higher risk of HIV, finds research
Mental health service users are at a higher risk of HIV, new research has found. The study involved more than 181,000 adults who had used...
Scarlette Isaac
Jun 5, 2023


Could GP sign offs for prescriptions become a thing of the past?
GP sign offs for prescriptions could become a thing of the past, according to a new government proposal. Instead, pharmacists would be...
Scarlette Isaac
May 31, 2023


Nurses to train on shift to reduce staffing shortages
One in three UK nurses are being trained on the job in a bid to reduce staffing shortages. It is hoped this move will help encourage...
Scarlette Isaac
May 19, 2023


The impact of Covid-19 on nursing: lessons learned and future implications
Throughout the Covid-19 crisis, nursing staff have been burdened with new challenges, unprecedented numbers of hospital admissions and...
Scarlette Isaac
May 17, 2023


Tips for staying motivated and engaged in your nursing career this International Nurses Day
It’s International Nurses Day! To mark the occasion, we wanted to share our top tips for staying motivated and engaged in your nursing...
Scarlette Isaac
May 12, 2023
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