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Researchers are keen for findings on the effects of the pandemic, but sensitivity must be considered

17 Aug 2020
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Without steps to allow families access, the psychological effect of lockdowns will be immense

22 Jul 2020
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How to deal with bereavement at work and where to go for support

09 Jun 2020
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Picture shows an older man being assisted by a medic in a promotional picture for the 30 Days Wild challenge.
Taking part in a challenge to spend time closer to nature can reduce stress and depression
20 May 2020
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Picture shows a resident of Wren Hall nursing home talking to a medic who is wearing personal protective equipment
Anita Astle says pandemic has pushed her to the brink and her nursing home towards bankruptcy
13 May 2020
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Community collaboration
Our community nursing teams have increased collaboration and enhanced rapid discharge
06 May 2020
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Picture shows an older woman lying in bed looking unwell. Follow Public Health England advice and also be aware that older patients can become suddenly unwell, says advanced clinical practitioner Neal Aplin.
Follow advice from PHE and be aware that older patients can become suddenly unwell
29 Apr 2020
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Two older people going through a video consultation on a smart phone. Consultations can now take place via video call over the internet. Picture: iStock

Those with COPD should self-isolate to avoid infection, but nurses can provide care remotely

07 Apr 2020
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COVID-19: illustration showing how the pandemic is reshaping social care nursing
Blurring organisational boundaries and how we share information are among the changes
31 Mar 2020
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Picture of an older man in a hospital gown. Delirium is an acute state of confusion that commonly affects older people, but many risk factors can be mitigated and nurses need to be knowledgeable about it, says Vicky MacRae.
Many risk factors can be mitigated and nurses need to be knowledgeable about it
09 Mar 2020
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SAlly Kitchin and colleagues collecting the 2019 RCNi Commitment to Carers Award

How Commitment to Carers award nominees have shared their work and inspired others

09 Jan 2020
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Picture shows playing cards created by the charity Marie Curie to help broach the subject of death and dying. Early and open conversations with patients and their families can make a huge difference to the end of life experience.
Early and open conversations can make a huge difference to the end of life experience
07 Jan 2020
Nurses should have the courage to talk about sexual health issues with older patients
10 Dec 2019

Nurses need to debunk the myths about weight and appetite in older age

10 Dec 2019

Focus instead on the widespread myths in the community about healthy eating

13 Nov 2019
Nursing Older People readers are invited to comment on research findings
22 Oct 2019
Clinical systems must reflect the diverse range of beliefs that people hold
16 Aug 2019

The Royal Osteoporosis Society has issued guidance on the advice nurses should give

15 May 2019

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