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Genetics in nursing
Genetics news, nursing practice, and clinical research for nurses
Genetics and Genomics in Health
Understanding the role of genetics and genomics in health 2: implications for practice
With major advances in genetics and genomics, nurses need to develop their knowledge and understanding of the topic and know how to integrate this into practice
Genetics: Genetic counselling
Genetic counselling is a process whereby people are supported through genetic investigation or testing.
Genetics: Family history and risk assessment
That illness can ‘run in families’, because related family members will each share some of their genetic code and often live in or share similar environments, is a familiar concept. As a result, multiple individuals within a family may be diagnosed with the same or similar condition.
Genetics: Genetic testing
Having a genetic test is a very personal decision and the decision to proceed with testing will depend on a variety of factors and life experiences.
Nursing practice and clinical research
Exploring men’s experiences of penile cancer surgery to improve rehabilitation
This qualitative study examined men’s experiences of penile cancer surgery with the aim of improving the rehabilitation process
Genes and Chromosomes Part 4 - Genetic anomalies and disorders
Genetic disorders are caused by anomalies in genes or chromosomes. These can range from a small alteration in a single gene to the addition or deletion of entire chromosomes.Nigam, Y., Bexfield, A. (2008) Genes and Chromosomes Part 4 - Genetic anomalies and disorders. Nursing Times; 104: 26, 24-25.
Genes and Chromosomes; Part 1 - an Introduction
This article, the first in a four-part series, introduces genes and chromosomes.
E-learning for cancer nurse education
VOL: 103, ISSUE: 9, PAGE NO: 30-31Mark Irving, RGN, Dip HE, BSc; Ray Irving, BA, MBA; Stuart Sutherland, MA, MA, PGCE.Mark Irving, is a clinical nurse specialist at Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle; Ray Irving and Stuart Sutherland are e-learning consultants at the University of Warwick, Coventry; all arevolunteers at the charity Nurse Learning.Irving, M.J. et al (2007) E-learning for cancer nurse education. www.nursingtimes.net
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New Developments in genetic testing and screening
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Cancer genetics: the importance of obtaining a family history
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An overview of acne vulgaris
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Sudden infant death syndrome
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Alzheimer's disease
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Ovarian cancer: addressing a continuing health care challenge
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The benefits of switching to nurse-led management of patients with psoriasis
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Emerging concerns related to CJD.
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Issues relating to puerperal psychosis and its management.
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Bipolar Disorder.
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Childhood obesity: its incidence, consequences and prevention
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Meeting the national service framework standards for diabetes
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Schizophrenia
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Genetics education for nurses, midwives and health visitors
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Phenylketonuria (PKU)
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Young-onset Parkinson's disease: a guide to care and support
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Implementing a research project on the development of diabetes
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Child brain development
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Osteoporosis
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A breast unit care pathway: enhancing the role of the nurse
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Evaluating the merits of interdisciplinary education
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Managing hypertension: measurement and prevention
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CPR: is it cruel or is it kind?
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The problem of obesity and the onset of Type 2 diabetes in children
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Practical solutions to help parents deal with childhood bedwetting
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Addressing the problem of increased antibiotic resistance
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Psoriasis: the role of the genetic research nurse
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Breast Cancer: an overview
In Depth
Understanding the role of genetics and genomics in health 2: implications for practice
With major advances in genetics and genomics, nurses need to develop their knowledge and understanding of the topic and know how to integrate this into practice
Understanding the role of genetics and genomics in health 1: background
Adavances in research have created a knowledge revolution, which is helping our understanding of the effect of genetics and genomics on health and disease
Genetics news
Study finds cancer gene
A US research team has discovered a new genetic marker that can identify women who have a high risk of inherited ovarian cancer.
Breast cancer breakthrough
Scientists have identified the role played by a gene in the spread of an aggressive breast cancer - a discovery which could lead to new treatments.
Obesity gene and Alzheimer's linked
Scientists believe Alzheimer’s disease could be linked to an obesity gene that causes weight gain.
Olaparib gene has anti-tumour effect
Two concept trials of a drug hoped to fight advanced ovarian or breast cancer have found olaparib has an anti-tumour effect in carriers of the gene mutations BRCA1 or BRCA2.
Depression linked to dementia
People who suffer from depression could be at a much greater risk of developing dementia later in life, a study has revealed.
Huntington's disease figures underestimated
More people in the UK suffer from Huntington’s disease (HD) than is assumed, according to medical experts.
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Multiple sclerosis relapse guidance released
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Stomach cancer survival rate improves
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Diabetes doubles risk of heart disease
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Heart disease linked to watching television
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Gene linked to blood clots in cancer patients
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Tailored cancer care pilot launched
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Synthetic hormone recommended for child growth disorders
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Gene mutations linked to smoking
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Prematurely born women 'more likely' to have pre-term baby
