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Number of trusts reporting ‘critical incidents’ in England on the rise

One of the biggest hospital trusts in the country has declared a ‘critical incident’ due to pressures on its services, joining other acute providers that took the same step earlier this week

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Number of trusts reporting ‘critical incidents’ in England on the rise
One of the biggest hospital trusts in the country has declared a ‘critical incident’ due to pressures on its services, joining several more.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:17 AM
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Are you an RCN Health and Safety Rep?

Read Andrew Mather's latest blog, which explores the importance of assessing and controlling risks to nursing staff from respiratory illness in the wake of an unprecedented 55% rise in hospital admissions due to flu.

Read more: https://bit.ly/493CQkR
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December 17, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Dr. Leila Denmark co-developed the pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine.

World's oldest practicing pediatrician until she retired at age 103 (after 73 yrs). At the time of her death at age 114 & 60 days, she was the 5th-oldest validated living person in the world & 3rd-oldest in the US. #WomenInSTEM
A black-and-white photo shows Dr. Leila Denmark (center), an elderly woman with glasses, seated and smiling while looking at a baby who is laughing and facing her. Another younger woman is also seated to the right, laughing and placing her hand near the baby's midsection. The scene suggests a warm, inter-generational interaction, possibly in a clinical or home setting. Dr. Denmark was a pioneering pediatrician, known as the world's oldest practicing pediatrician upon her retirement at age 103.
December 15, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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The latest NHS data shows just how dangerous the situation is across its hospitals.

With a flu virus adding pressure to already-full wards & emergency departments, the government must invest in nursing now: from hospitals to community services & social care.

Read our comment ➡️ bit.ly/4pwmsAf
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December 11, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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🆕 | The NHS faces a devastating winter, with 12-hr+ A&E waits up 9000%, new RCN analysis can reveal.

We need urgent investment in staffing levels and hospital and community capacity to avoid another winter crisis.

Read the full analysis ⬇️
Corridor care crisis: 12-hour waits surge as RCN warns of 'devastating' winter | News | Royal College of Nursing
The Westminster government’s failure to rapidly invest in beds, staff and community services has set the stage for a dangerous winter
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December 3, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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Real-world data shows drop in cervical cancer rates thanks to HPV vaccine

Vaccination against Human papillomavirus (HPV) before the age of 16 cuts a woman’s chances of developing cervical cancer by 80%, a comprehensive analysis of real-world data has revealed.

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Real-world data shows drop in cervical cancer rates thanks to HPV vaccine
Vaccination against HPV before 16 cuts a woman’s chances of developing cervical cancer by 80%, analysis of real-world data has revealed.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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More training needed for nurses to deliver needed menopause care

Experts have welcomed government plans for raising menopause awareness during routine health checks, but warn more training for nurses will be needed to meet subsequent increased demand for care.

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More training needed for nurses to deliver needed menopause care
Experts have welcomed plans for raising menopause awareness during routine health checks, but warn more training for nurses will be needed.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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Investing in nurses has knock-on benefits for doctors, suggests study

Hospitals with better nurse staffing levels and working environments are not only better for nurses but are also associated with less burnout among doctors, according to researchers.

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Investing in nurses has knock-on benefits for doctors, suggests study
Hospitals with better nurse staffing levels are not only better for nurses but are also associated with less burnout among doctors.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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This week is National #SelfCareWeek.

Nursing is a demanding profession, and your wellbeing matters.

Head to our website to find practical tips and resources to help manage physical and emotional stress: https://bit.ly/4p9cp3z
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November 17, 2025 at 6:53 PM