This article explores how stigma impacts healthcare for people with learning disabilities and how nurses can improve the patient experience and outcome through inclusive practice. Supporting nurses to understand and address stigma towards people with learning disabilities appeared first on Nursing Times.

Aromoke Sanjo-Odutayo argues that language skills for overseas nurses working in the UK should be continuously supported and not a mere registration requirement. ‘Should NMC language requirement be a proficiency test or continuous support?’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

One of our key roles at Nursing Times is to be an advocate for nurses, midwives and other nursing staff, both nationally and internationally. Campaign: help support nursing by supporting Nursing Times appeared first on Nursing Times.

Former mental health nurse Gemma Fieldsend discusses why menopause and perimenopause deserves year-round understanding, open conversation and consistent support. ‘Menopause didn’t break me – but the silence nearly did’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

Unison’s outgoing national officer for nursing has warned that the NHS has “taken its eye off the ball” when it comes to safe staffing, in an interview marking his departure. Interview: Unison’s departing nurse discusses pay, politics and progress appeared first on Nursing Times.

Community nurses must play a central role in the development of the government’s plans for a new ‘neighbourhood health service’, according to leading figures who represent those who work in the setting. Community nurses ‘must be central’ in new neighbourhood health service appeared first on Nursing Times.

Public health nurses have welcomed the government's prevention agenda, including “bold action” on obesity, tobacco, vaccines and children’s mental health, but have warned a clear delivery plan is needed to make the ambitions a reality. Nurses call for delivery plan to achieve NHS prevention agenda appeared first on Nursing Times.

Associate professor in adult nursing Melanie Stephens shares the stand-out moments of her career in higher education, as well as the details of her role and responsibilities. ‘Seeing the impact on all involved was both humbling and a privilege’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

Royal Star & Garter has marked Armed Forces Day at its Homes. The veterans’ charity held a series of events, activities and outings to mark... Veterans Celebrate Armed Forces Day appeared first on The Carer.

Pupils and residents recently gathered in celebration as Avondale Care Home presented a specially donated buddy bench to the children of Haydon Abbey School, marking... Aylesbury Care Home Unveils Buddy Bench to Haydon Abbey Pupils appeared first on The Carer.

Care England has welcomed the ambitions of the Government’s 10-Year Health Plan – but warns that without clarity on how adult social care is integrated... NHS 10-Year Plan Welcomed, But Success Hinges on Social Care Leadership and Integration appeared first on The Carer.

Two studies in Brain today found that retired professional rugby players had changes in their brains and raised levels of proteins in their blood that... Studies Suggest Rugby Players Have Brain Changes That May Increase Risk Of Dementia appeared first on The Carer.