School of Health and Social Care
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Several of Edinburgh Napier University’s School of health and social care academics, current students and alumni attended the Lothian Health & Care Professions Research Conference at the John McIntrye conference centre on Tuesday 7 November. Amongst them, there were 6…
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By Programme Leader, Jacqueline Taylor Learning Disability nursing? So… are you are real nurse? Did you do your ‘proper’ nursing first and then specialise in learning disabilities? Yes, yes, and no. Questions I have been frequently asked throughout the whole…
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For World COPD Day on 15 November, we are encouraging people to record their physical activity in miles, minutes of activity, or steps and share using #WorldCOPDDayBatonPass
Digital technology is developing at a rapid rate and new digital technology can be used to support those diagnosed with a health condition. The rapid rate of technological advancement means that there are many questions unanswered about digital technology and…
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Embodying the spirit of being an ENU difference maker, second year adult nursing student Eilidh Holmes recently provided urgent medical care to a man found injured in a local street. Sadly, due to the severity of his injuries, the man…
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By Devi Kandel, Lecturer in Adult Nursing Introduction In this blog, I am going to embark on a metaphorical journey, drawing parallels between my summiting the majestic Mera peak, earlier this year, and the strenuous task of crafting a Ph.D. proposal!…
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The Postgraduate Certificate in Neonatal Care has been shortlisted in the Education Provider of the Year (post-registration) category of the Student Nursing Times Award 2023. The programme is the only in neonatal education in the UK to be shortlisted, testament…
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The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) established the Merit Award in 2008 to recognise and celebrate the excellence of its members. Peers can submit nominations for those who they consider have contributed to the profession in an innovative way….
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The Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards celebrates the partnerships between business, third-sector or public-sector organisations and academia. The annual event recognises, rewards, and celebrates the impacts achieved through these exciting collaborations that enrich society and support sustainable and inclusive economic growth….
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Previous efforts to vaccinate healthcare staff against influenza have not always reached their uptake targets. Little was known about similar hesitancy (delays or refusal) around the COVID-19 vaccine among the Scottish health force. However, given the role of health workers…
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