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A tribute to the nurses of Boston

In the wake of Monday’s tragic bombing of the Boston Marathon, nurses and doctors have stepped up to treat more than 170 people wounded by two roadside bombs. The explosions killed three. They went off seconds apart as runners neared … Continue reading

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International Nurses Day photo contest – win a Hunter Valley stay!

Stop press: we’ve extended the contest till Monday May 28! Send us your photo of nurses celebrating International Nurses Day and you could win two nights at Harrigan’s Irish Pub in the lovely village of Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley! Also … Continue reading

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A victory for aged care nurses

The Gillard government delivered its aged care reform package last Friday, which has been well received by the aged care sector. The reforms carry broad implications for all Australians, whether we have ageing parents or grandparents or are getting close … Continue reading

Posted in: Because We Care, Nursing - Aged Care
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Dermatitis – an occupational hazard

Healthcare workers are, unsurprisingly, one of the main groups who suffer from occupational contact dermatitis (OCD), according to a major report recently released by Safe Work Australia. OCD is the most common occupationally-caused skin disease and one of the most common … Continue reading

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