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Sedatives during pregnancy ‘not linked’ to psychiatric disorders in children
A large study has found no increased risk of psychiatric or neurodevelopmental disorders in children whose mothers used sedative drugs, like benzodiazepines or Z-hypnotics, during pregnancy. Sedatives during pregnancy ‘not linked’ to psychiatric disorders in children appeared first on Nursing Times.
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Father and daughter qualified together as mental health nurses
Simon Reynolds and his daughter Emily Franklin now work as mental health nurses at the same trust, having also qualified together in September last year. Father and daughter qualified together as mental health nurses appeared first on Nursing Times.
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NMC launches consultation on reducing student placement hours
The UK nursing and midwifery regulator is asking for views on plans to reduce the number of placement hours that student nurses are currently required to complete in order to join the register. NMC launches consultation on reducing student placement hours appeared first on Nursing Times.
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NMC condemns appalling anti-Jewish attack
The NMC has condemned the attack on two Jewish people in Golders Green, London yesterday – the latest in a series of appalling anti-Jewish hate incidents.
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A story that began with a chance encounter in February has reached a moving crescendo at Ghyll Royd Care Home, as a resident has been... Aireborough Piano Teacher Overcomes Dementia Challenges to Play Again Following Heartfelt Reunion at Ghyll Royd Care Home appeared first on The Carer.
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NMC consults on improving nursing and midwifery practice learning
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Hesley Group Resident Jack Raises Over £3,100 for Great Ormond Street Hospital After Completing Multiple 5K Runs
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A resident supported by Hesley Group has raised more than £3,100 for Great Ormond Street Hospital after completing multiple 5K runs with the encouragement of... Hesley Group Resident Jack Raises Over £3,100 for Great Ormond Street Hospital After Completing Multiple 5K Runs appeared first on The Carer.
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Call for National Campaign to Tackle Dementia Awareness Gap
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A leading UK charity has urged the Government to introduce a nationwide campaign to improve public understanding of brain health and reduce the risk of... Call for National Campaign to Tackle Dementia Awareness Gap appeared first on The Carer.
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Frome Nursing Home Visits Local College
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